Introduction
Inspired Work in Progress ("IWIP," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at inspiredworkinprogress.com, use our mobile applications (iOS and Android), or engage with our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, username, password
- Profile Information: Professional background, career goals, skills, experience
- Contact Information: Phone number, mailing address (if provided)
- Payment Information: Billing details for paid services (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Communications: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with us
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: How you interact with our website and mobile apps, features used, time spent
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, unique device identifiers
- Location Data: General location information (with your permission on mobile devices)
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
Information from Third Parties
- Social Media: If you connect social media accounts, we may receive publicly available information
- Professional Networks: Information from LinkedIn or other professional platforms (with your consent)
- Partners: Information from business partners or service providers that help us provide our services
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Service Provision
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Create and manage your account
- Personalize your experience and content recommendations
- Process transactions and send related information
Communication
- Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Send important notices about our services
Analytics and Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
- Conduct research and analytics
- Develop new features and services
Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Enforce our terms of service
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
We will share information when you explicitly consent to such sharing.
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our services, such as:
- Cloud hosting providers
- Payment processors
- Email service providers
- Analytics providers
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
- Government requests
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Prevention of fraud or illegal activities
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Employee training on data protection
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access and Portability
- Request access to your personal information
- Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
Correction and Deletion
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
Control and Limitation
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Limit the processing of your information
- Object to certain uses of your data
Mobile App Permissions
For our mobile applications, you can:
- Manage app permissions through your device settings
- Control location sharing
- Disable push notifications
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@inspiredworkinprogress.com.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
- Improve our services
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will also retain information as required by law or to resolve disputes and enforce our agreements.
Specific retention periods:
- Account information: Until account deletion plus 30 days
- Usage data: Up to 2 years
- Communications: Up to 3 years
- Payment information: As required by law and payment processors
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending an email notification (for significant changes)
- Providing in-app notifications (for mobile app users)
The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.
Contact Information