Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 16th Sept 2026

At Gig.MyStudyTown (https://gig.mystudytown.in/), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency, fairness, and respect. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what rights you have regarding your data.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our platform.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We understand that trust is the foundation of our community. Whether you are a freelancer seeking opportunities, an employer posting gigs, or a visitor exploring our platform, you deserve to know how your information is handled. Our privacy practices are guided by the following principles:

Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: We process your data lawfully and explain clearly what we do with it .
Purpose Limitation: We collect data only for specific, legitimate purposes and use it only for those purposes .
Data Minimisation: We collect only the information necessary to provide our services .
Accuracy: We take reasonable steps to keep your information accurate and up to date .
Storage Limitation: We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy .
Integrity and Confidentiality: We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data .
Accountability: We take responsibility for complying with these principles and demonstrating our compliance .

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Information You Provide Directly:

Identity Data: Name, username, or similar identifier.
Contact Data: Email address, phone number, or postal address.
Profile Data: Skills, qualifications, work experience, portfolio links, and other information you include in your profile or gig applications.
Communication Data: Messages, feedback, inquiries, or correspondence you send to us.

Information Collected Automatically:

Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, device information, and operating system.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To Provide Our Services: To create and manage your account, facilitate gig listings and applications, and connect freelancers with employers.
To Communicate With You: To respond to your inquiries, send you platform updates, and provide customer support.
To Improve Our Platform: To analyse usage patterns, troubleshoot issues, and enhance user experience.
To Ensure Security: To detect and prevent fraud, unauthorised access, and other security incidents.
To Comply With Legal Obligations: To meet applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Where we rely on consent as the basis for processing, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time .

How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal data in the following circumstances:

With Other Users: When you apply for a gig or interact with an employer, relevant information from your profile may be shared with that party.
With Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist with hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data .
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Gig.MyStudyTown, our users, or others.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements . When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymise it.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction . These measures include encryption, access controls, secure servers, and regular security reviews.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal limitations .
Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
Right to Grievance Redressal: You can lodge a complaint with us regarding how we handle your data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@gig.mystudytown.in.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyse usage, and personalise your experience. For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete it .

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law .

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

📧 Email: support@gig.mystudytown.in

🌐 Website: https://gig.mystudytown.in/

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24–48 hours.

Our Promise to You

At Gig.MyStudyTown, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. We will continue to review and improve our practices to ensure that your trust in us is well placed.

Thank you for being part of our community.

Warm Regards,
The Gig.MyStudyTown Team
📧 support@gig.mystudytown.in
🌐 https://gig.mystudytown.in/