Discover the top freelance platform on the market! Learn more

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Introduction

Hacklio respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of all users who interact with our platform, including organizations and ethical hackers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other applicable laws.

What Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Full name, email address, and contact details
  • IP address and browser/device information
  • Account role (organization/hacker) and registration data
  • Communication history, bug reports, and submitted content
  • Payment and reward details (for bounty processing)

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for:

  • Creating and managing your account
  • Facilitating bug bounty programs and interactions
  • Improving platform performance and user experience
  • Processing rewards and financial transactions
  • Legal compliance and fraud prevention
  • Sending notifications and support updates

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent (when registering or submitting content)
  • Contractual obligations (for account and bounty management)
  • Legal obligations (fraud detection, tax compliance)
  • Legitimate interest (platform security and performance)

Data Sharing and Storage

  • Data may be shared with service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting services) under strict confidentiality.
  • Data is stored securely on UK or EU-based servers with encryption and access control measures.
  • We do not sell or lease your personal data to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting [email protected].

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access, rectify, or erase your data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Port your data to another service
  • Withdraw your consent at any time

 

Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact our Data Protection Officer:
DPO Email: [email protected]