1. Introduction
Pizzaiolo ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website pizzaiolo.art (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Platform, create an account, or use our services. By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, password (hashed), and role selection (Pizzaiolo or Business) when you register.
- Profile Information: Bio, phone number, location, nationality, skills, languages, certifications, experience, social media links, and profile photos.
- Business Information: Company name, sector, address, city, country, description, logo, Instagram handle, phone, and email.
- Job Listings: Job title, description, location, salary range, requirements, and other details you provide when posting jobs.
- Messages: Content of messages sent through our internal messaging system.
- Applications: Cover letters, resumes, and other materials submitted through job applications.
- Newsletter: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and access timestamps.
- Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences. See our Cookie Policy for details.
- Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and browser settings.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
- Google OAuth: When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from Google. We do not receive your Google password.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Display your public profile on the Network directory (name, bio, skills, location — never phone number or date of birth)
- Facilitate job postings, applications, and hiring processes
- Enable messaging between users and businesses
- Send email notifications (application updates, new messages, newsletter)
- Monitor and enforce platform rules through activity logging
- Improve the Platform's features, performance, and user experience
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Public Profiles: Your name, bio, skills, location, and profile photo are publicly visible on the Network directory. Sensitive information (phone number, date of birth) is never shared publicly.
- Businesses and Applicants: When you apply to a job, the business receives your application details. When a business contacts you, your message content is shared with that business.
- Service Providers: We use third-party services including Google (Gmail API for email notifications), Replit (hosting and object storage for images), and PostgreSQL (database).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including password hashing (bcrypt), HTTP-only session cookies, CSRF protection for OAuth flows, and encrypted connections (HTTPS). However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at info@pizzaiolo.art. Some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information through your dashboard or by contacting us.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.
California Residents (CCPA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
8. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 16, we will delete that information promptly.
9. International Users
The Platform is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the Platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: