Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how WaddleWork (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares personal information when you use our platform, services, website, or mobile application (collectively, the “Services”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to operate, improve, and personalize our Services:

A. Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you sign up or create a profile, we collect your name, email address, and any profile information you choose to provide (e.g., display name, photo, or zone preferences).

  • Application Data: When you apply for jobs (“quests”) through WaddleWork, we collect the details of your application, resume (if submitted), and any messages sent to employers.

  • Reflections or Submissions: If you post a reflection, story, or feedback, we may collect and store that content.

  • Payment Information: For purchases made on the platform (such as cosmetic upgrades or employer features), payment is processed through third-party providers. We do not store payment card details.

B. Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use the Services, including job views, application history, search queries, and completed shifts.

  • Device Information: Information about the device and browser used to access WaddleWork, including IP address, operating system, device type, and app version.

  • Location Data (Optional): General geographic location may be collected to suggest relevant opportunities, only with your permission.

C. Information from Third Parties

  • Social Login Services: If you sign in through third-party platforms (e.g., Google or Facebook), we may receive basic profile information as permitted by those services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To Provide the Services: Enable account creation, job search, job application, profile customization, and communication.

  • To Improve the Services: Analyze usage trends and user feedback to develop new features and enhance performance.

  • To Personalize Content: Recommend quests, jobs, or cosmetic items based on your activity and preferences.

  • To Communicate with You: Respond to inquiries, send support updates, service notifications, or optional newsletters.

  • To Ensure Security: Detect and prevent abuse, fraud, or other illegal activity.

3. Sharing of Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information as follows:

  • With Your Consent: When you voluntarily share reflections, or connect with employers.

  • With Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services, payment processors) who assist in operating WaddleWork.

  • For Legal Compliance: When required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., subpoenas or court orders).

  • In the Event of a Business Transfer: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You may request a copy of the data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You may request that we update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: You may request the deletion of your account and associated data.

  • Objection/Restriction: You may object to or restrict certain data processing activities.

  • Marketing Preferences: You may opt out of promotional emails via unsubscribe links.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@waddlework.com.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. After that, we delete or anonymize your data.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption: Secure transfer of data over HTTPS.

  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information.

  • Monitoring: Routine checks for unauthorized access or misuse.

Despite these measures, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Children’s Privacy

WaddleWork is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. International Transfers

If you access WaddleWork from outside Singapore, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not offer the same level of data protection. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If changes are material, we will notify you via the Services or email. The most current version will always be available at waddlework.com/privacy-policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us at:

Email: privacy@waddlework.com

10. Additional Resources