Welcome to uTalentd, a platform designed to connect freelance talents with companies seeking specific expertise and services. This Privacy Policy outlines how OG-ZONE SAS, the company behind uTalentd, collects, uses, and protects the personal information of its users. Understanding this policy is important as it affects your legal rights regarding your personal data.

• Company Name: OG-ZONE SAS
• Designation: OG-ZONE
• Business Unit: Solutions & Systems
• SIRET: 83075629200017
• VAT Number: FR67830756292
• Address: 1 rue George Stephenson, 78180 Montigny Le Bretonneux, France
• Contact Information: contact@og-zone.com

OG-ZONE SAS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its users and complying with applicable privacy laws.

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to provide transparency into our privacy practices and to inform you about:

• The types of personal information we collect and how we collect it.
• How we use your personal information.
• The legal bases for processing your personal information.
• How we share and disclose personal information with third parties.
• Your rights regarding the personal information we hold about you.
• How we protect your information and keep it secure.
• Changes to the Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our platform, uTalentd, whether accessed via web or mobile application, and any related services, sales, marketing, or events.

Understanding this policy helps you make informed decisions about your interaction with our platform. By using uTalentd, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined here, you should discontinue the use of our services.

At OG-ZONE SAS, we collect several types of information to provide and improve our services on uTalentd. These include:

• Personal Information: This refers to data that can be used to identify you personally. It typically includes:
  • Name: Helps us to personalize your user experience and communicate effectively.
  • Email Address: Used for communication, sending updates, news, and alerts, depending on your preferences.
  • Phone Number: Used for direct communication when necessary.
  • Postal Address: Required mainly for invoicing or when physical documents or products need to be sent.
  • Payment Information: Collected for processing transactions when applicable.
• Professional Information: Data related to your professional background, such as your resume, qualifications, work experience, portfolio samples, and skills, which helps companies evaluate your suitability for projects.
• Usage Data: This data is automatically collected when you use the uTalentd platform and may include information such as your IP address, browser type, browser version, the pages of our platform that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

Data collection on uTalentd occurs through several methods:

• Registration Forms: When you sign up for uTalentd, you fill out registration forms that gather your personal and professional details necessary for creating and managing your account.
• Browsing Activity: As you navigate through and interact with our platform, we automatically collect certain information about your equipment, browsing actions, and patterns using cookies, log files, web beacons, tags, or other tracking technologies.
• Communications: When you communicate with us directly via email, phone calls, or other messaging services, we collect the information you provide to us during these interactions.
• Third-Party Sources: We may also receive data about you from other sources, such as social media platforms and other third-party service providers, and add this to information we get from your use of the platform.
• User Contributions: Information you provide when you post on the platform, respond to surveys, subscribe to newsletters, or participate in promotions.

Understanding the types of data we collect and the methods by which we collect them helps you better manage your personal information while using our services. It is our commitment at OG-ZONE SAS to handle your data transparently and responsibly.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, the data collected from users serves several fundamental purposes that allow us to provide and enhance our services efficiently. Below are the primary purposes for which user data is utilized:

• Service Provision: User data is crucial for the effective operation and maintenance of the uTalentd platform. It enables user registration, profile management, project matching, mission facilitation, and the fulfillment of other interactive features provided by our service.
• Communication: We use the contact information provided by users to communicate important platform updates, respond to inquiries, and manage user accounts effectively. This includes sending notifications regarding changes to our services, security alerts, and support messages.
• Marketing: With user consent, we use data to inform users about promotional offers, features, surveys, and services that might be of interest. This includes tailored marketing strategies that enhance user engagement and satisfaction with our platform.
• Improving Services: Data analysis plays a critical role in our efforts to enhance the functionality and user experience of uTalentd. By understanding how our services are used, we can identify trends, develop new features, and optimize existing services to better meet the needs of our users.

OG-ZONE SAS processes user data under several legal bases to comply with applicable laws and regulations:

• Consent: We obtain consent from users for processing their data where required by law. For instance, we ask for explicit consent to send marketing emails and to collect data through certain types of cookies and similar technologies.
• Contractual Necessity: Processing of personal data is often necessary to enter into or perform a contract with a user. For example, when a Talent agrees to take on a mission, we need to process personal details to fulfill our obligations under that contract.
• Legitimate Interests: We process data on the basis of legitimate interests where doing so does not unduly affect the rights and freedoms of the individuals concerned. For instance, we analyze user behavior on our platform to improve the efficiency and functionality of our services.
• Legal Obligation: We may process personal data to comply with a legal obligation, such as maintaining records for tax purposes or providing information to a public body or law enforcement agency.

We believe in empowering our users with control over their personal data. Users can manage their preferences and consent through the platform settings, and they have the right to withdraw consent at any time, where relevant. We provide mechanisms for updating, deleting, or accessing personal data, which can be done directly through the user's account settings or by contacting our support team.

uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, engages with various third parties to facilitate the provision of services and to enhance the functionality of our platform. Data sharing with third parties is governed by the following conditions:

• Service Providers: We share data with service providers who perform services on our behalf, including payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting services, customer service, and marketing assistance. These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use the data shared with them in accordance with our directives.
• Business Partners: Occasionally, we might share data with selected partners who offer complementary services or products that could enhance your experience with uTalentd. For example, we might share limited data with a company offering professional training courses that could benefit our Talents.
• Legal Requirements and Safety: We may disclose your data if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the notice to users and continued adherence to the privacy practices stated in this policy.

Data collected on the uTalentd platform may be transferred to, and stored at, a destination outside the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA). When we transfer your data internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to ensure an adequate level of data protection:

• Adequacy Decisions: Where possible, we transfer personal data to countries that have been deemed by the European Commission to provide an adequate level of data protection.
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): For countries without adequacy decisions, we rely on standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, which impose data protection obligations on the parties that receive your information.
• Corporate Rules and Other Mechanisms: We may also implement binding corporate rules or rely on other mechanisms approved by EU regulators, ensuring all data transfers comply with EU data protection laws.

Before sharing any data with third parties or transferring it internationally, we ensure that user consent is obtained where necessary. We also provide clear information regarding the nature of the data sharing and transfers in our updates to this Privacy Policy.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we prioritize the security of your personal data. We implement a variety of technical and organizational measures designed to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These security measures include:

• Encryption: We use strong encryption technologies to protect data during transmission and when stored on our servers.
• Access Controls: Access to personal data is strictly limited to personnel who need access to perform their job functions. We ensure that our employees are trained in the importance of data privacy and security.
• Network Security: We employ advanced network security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security audits to prevent unauthorized access to our network systems.
• Secure Development Practices: Our software development follows industry-standard secure coding practices, including regular code reviews and updates to address potential security vulnerabilities.
• Data Minimization: We adhere to the principle of data minimization, collecting only the data necessary for the specified purposes and retaining it only as long as necessary.

Despite our best efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. In the unlikely event of a data breach, uTalentd has a comprehensive breach response plan designed to protect data, assess the situation, mitigate any negative effects, and comply with applicable laws:

• Detection and Assessment: We continuously monitor our systems for signs of unauthorized access or data breaches. In the event of a breach, our security team will assess the scope and impact of the breach to identify the data involved and the individuals affected.
• Containment and Recovery: Once a breach is detected, our priority is to contain it and prevent any further unauthorized access. This involves isolating the affected systems, securing data pathways, and taking necessary steps to remove vulnerabilities.
• Notification: In accordance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws, we will notify the relevant supervisory authorities within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach. If the breach poses a high risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals, we will also notify the affected individuals without undue delay.
• Documentation and Review: Each data breach is documented, detailing the facts about the breach, its effects, and the remedial action taken. Following a breach, we conduct a thorough review to update security measures and prevent future breaches.

OG-ZONE SAS is committed to regularly reviewing and updating its security policies and controls to adapt to new challenges and threats. We engage with security experts and incorporate user feedback to strengthen our data protection practices.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we recognize and support the rights of our users to control their personal data in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws. The following outlines these rights:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you. This allows you to receive a copy of the personal data we have about you and to check that we are lawfully processing it.
• Right to Correction: You also have the right to request that any incomplete or inaccurate data we hold about you is corrected. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.

• Right to Deletion: You can ask us to delete or remove personal data where there is no good reason for us continuing to process it. You also have the right to ask us to delete or remove your personal data where you have successfully exercised your right to object to processing (see below), where we may have processed your information unlawfully, or where we are required to erase your personal data to comply with local law.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we suspend the processing of your personal data in the following scenarios: (a) if you want us to establish the data's accuracy; (b) where our use of the data is unlawful but you do not want us to erase it; (c) where you need us to hold the data even if we no longer require it as you need it to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims; or (d) you have objected to our use of your data but we need to verify whether we have overriding legitimate grounds to use it.

• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your personal data to you or to a third party in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. This right only applies to automated information which you initially provided consent for us to use or where we used the information to perform a contract with you.

• Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data where we are relying on a legitimate interest (or those of a third party) and there is something about your particular situation which makes you want to object to processing on this ground as you feel it impacts on your fundamental rights and freedoms. You also have the right to object where we are processing your personal data for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: In the limited circumstances where you may have provided your consent to the collection, processing, and transfer of your personal data for a specific purpose, you have the right to withdraw your consent for that specific processing at any time. Once we have received notification that you have withdrawn your consent, we will no longer process your information for the purpose or purposes you originally agreed to, unless we have another legitimate basis for doing so in law.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly through our provided contact methods. We may need to request specific information from you to help us confirm your identity and ensure your right to access your personal data (or to exercise any of your other rights).

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our platform and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. Cookies are sent to your browser from a website and stored on your device. Tracking technologies also used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze our service.

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are crucial for the basic functions of the uTalentd platform and are automatically enabled when you use the site. They help in managing the login and authentication of users, ensuring secure access to user profiles, and maintaining the functionality of the service during a session.
• Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use our website, like which pages you visited and which links you clicked on. None of this information can be used to identify you. It’s all aggregated and, therefore, anonymized. Their sole purpose is to improve website functions. This includes cookies from third-party analytics services as long as the cookies are for the exclusive use of the owner of the website visited.
• Functional Cookies: Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you have made in the past, like what language you prefer, what region you would like weather reports for, or what your user name and password are so you can automatically log in.
• Advertising Cookies: These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad. These cookies can share that information with other organizations or advertisers. They are persistent cookies and almost always of third-party provenance.

Users have control over their cookie preferences and can manage or disable cookies at any time through their browser settings. Here’s how you can manage cookie preferences in various browsers:

• Google Chrome: Users can adjust their cookie settings in Chrome by navigating to the Chrome settings, clicking on "Privacy and Security," followed by "Site Settings" and then "Cookies and site data." From here, you can choose to block or allow cookies from specific sites or altogether.
• Mozilla Firefox: To manage cookie settings in Firefox, access the Options menu, click on "Privacy & Security," and under the "Cookies and Site Data" section, adjust your settings as required.
• Apple Safari: For Safari, go to the Preferences menu, then to "Privacy," where you can manage your cookie settings.
• Microsoft Edge: In Edge, go to "Settings," then "Privacy, search, and services" where you can manage cookie settings under "Clear browsing data" and "Cookies and other site data."

In addition to browser settings, some third-party management tools are available to help manage, control, or block cookies, such as the Ghostery or Privacy Badger browser extensions.

On your first visit to our platform, you will be prompted to accept or decline the use of non-essential cookies. You have the option to manage your cookie preferences, accepting only essential cookies or extending consent to performance and advertising cookies.

Understanding these options and configuring settings according to your preferences ensures a personalized browsing experience while respecting your privacy preferences.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we are committed to only retaining personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. This includes the period required to meet any legal, regulatory, tax, or accounting requirements.

• Account Information: Personal data associated with your account, including your contact information and professional details, is retained as long as your account is considered active. If you choose to deactivate or close your account, your personal data will generally be removed from our systems within 30 days unless other retention periods apply due to legal requirements.
• Project and Mission Data: Information related to projects and missions, such as work history and transactions, is retained for a period necessary to fulfill contractual obligations and for audit and compliance purposes, typically up to six years following the closure of an account, in accordance with local tax laws.
• Marketing Information: If you have opted to receive marketing communications from us, we retain information about your marketing preferences for a reasonable period from the date you last expressed interest in our content, products, or services, such as when you last opened an email from us or ceased using your uTalentd account. We retain information derived from cookies and other tracking technologies for a reasonable period from the date such information was created.

The criteria we use to determine the retention periods for different types of personal data include:

• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: We consider whether we need to keep the data to comply with a legal, accounting, or reporting requirement, such as keeping records for tax purposes or providing information to a government agency or law enforcement.
• Purpose of Data Collection: We consider the need to keep the data to manage our relationship with you, provide our services, and continue to improve and tailor our services to your needs.
• Statute of Limitations: We consider the statute of limitations under applicable law(s), which dictate the maximum period after an event within which legal proceedings based on that event may be initiated.
• User Consent: For data that we hold based on your consent, such as marketing preferences, we retain the data for as long as we have your consent to do so.

When personal data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, we securely delete or destroy it. We also review our data periodically to ensure that we are not retaining data unnecessarily.

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data. If you make such a request and there are no legal grounds to retain it, we will comply with this request without undue delay.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we recognize the importance of protecting the privacy and safety of children. Given the nature of our platform, which is designed for professional and business use, it is not intended for children under the age of 18.

• Minimum Age Requirement: Our services are aimed at adults who meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years. We do not knowingly engage or collect personal data from children under the age of 18. If it comes to our attention that we have collected personal data from a child under this age without parental consent, we will take steps to remove such information from our servers promptly.
• Verification Measures: We implement age verification measures at the point of account creation to ensure compliance with our age restriction policy. Users are required to provide a valid date of birth and must agree to the terms and conditions which affirm that they are at least 18 years old.

• No Targeting of Children: While our platform is not designed for use by children, if, for any reason, a service on uTalentd needs to collect data from children under the age of 18 in jurisdictions where parental consent is required, we will obtain that consent before collecting the data. This includes any potential educational services or workshops that might be suitable for younger audiences in the future.
• How to Provide Consent: Parents or guardians who wish to allow their children access to such services must review the terms and provide their consent directly through our platform or by contacting our customer support.

• Notification of Violations: If you believe that we might have any information from or about a child under the age of 18 without the proper consents, please contact us immediately. We take such concerns seriously and will investigate and address them promptly.

• Resources for Parents and Guardians: We believe in educating our users about online safety and privacy. We encourage parents and guardians to instruct their children never to give out personal information when using the internet without their permission.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we continually evolve our services and technologies. Consequently, changes to our Privacy Policy may be necessary to accurately reflect our data processing practices and compliance with the changing legal landscape. Here is how we handle changes to this policy:

• Regular Updates: We review and update our Privacy Policy periodically to ensure it accurately reflects our practices and any changes in legal requirements. In the event of significant changes, adjustments to the ways we process user data, or updates that affect user rights or obligations, we will provide clear and prominent notification to our users.
• Methods of Notification: Changes to the Privacy Policy will be communicated through one or more of the following methods:
  • Email Notifications: For significant changes, we will send an informational email to the email address associated with your uTalentd account, explaining the nature of the changes and their possible impact on you.
  • Platform Notifications: We will post notices on the uTalentd platform, such as banners, pop-ups, or other conspicuous notifications when users log in or visit the platform.
  • Updated Policy on Website: The revised Privacy Policy will always be accessible on our website, with the effective date of the updates noted at the top of the policy.

• Responsibility to Review: While we do our best to notify you of any changes, it remains your responsibility to review the Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed of any updates. Changes to the policy will become effective as soon as they are posted on the website.
• Acceptance of Changes: Continued use of the uTalentd platform after changes to the Privacy Policy have been posted will signify that you accept and agree to the changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you have the option to close your account and cease using our services.

• Access to Previous Versions: We provide access to previous versions of our Privacy Policy for your review. This archive can be accessed through our website, allowing you to review historical versions and understand the evolution of our privacy practices.

At uTalentd, operated by OG-ZONE SAS, we are committed to maintaining open and transparent communication with our users. If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy, data practices, or if you need to report a concern or file a complaint regarding your data privacy, here are the ways you can reach us:

• Email: For quick and direct communication, you can email us at privacy@utalentd.com. This email address is monitored regularly, and our dedicated privacy team is committed to addressing your inquiries or concerns promptly.
• Postal Mail: If you prefer to contact us via traditional mail, you can send correspondence to the following address:
  • OG-ZONE SAS
  • Attn: Privacy Compliance Officer
  • 1 rue George Stephenson
  • 78180 Montigny Le Bretonneux
  • France

• Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries and complaints within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of receiving them.
• Escalation: If you are not satisfied with our response, or if you believe that your complaint has not been adequately addressed, you are entitled to escalate the issue. We will provide information on how to pursue further recourse, including contact details for data protection authorities in France or within the EU.

• Data Access and Correction Requests: For requests related to access, correction, or deletion of your personal data, please specify your request in detail in your communication to ensure a swift and accurate response.
• General Queries: For general questions about our privacy practices or how we handle your data, feel free to reach out. We’re here to provide clarity and assistance.

• Privacy Resource Center: We also encourage you to visit our Privacy Resource Center on the uTalentd website, where you can find detailed FAQs, resources on privacy practices, and tips on how to manage your data and privacy settings on our platform.