Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

At Traction (a product of HackBoats), we collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, including the Green Tool, 1-2-1 Conclave, and Atlas. This includes:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, profile picture, profession, and company details provided directly by you or via third-party OAuth providers (e.g., Google).
• Location Data: To enable features like Atlas, we may request access to your device's precise geolocation. We only collect location data with your explicit consent.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform, performance metrics for the Green Tool, and your networking activity.

2. How We Use Information

We process your information for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and provide the core functionality of the Traction platform.
• To personalize your experience, such as showing relevant professionals nearby on the Atlas map.
• To facilitate 1-2-1 Conclave matchmaking and professional networking opportunities.
• To send administrative notifications, updates, and security alerts.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We value your privacy and do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following scenarios:

• With other users: Profile information and business locations (if opted-in via Atlas) are visible to other approved members to facilitate networking.
• Service Providers: We may employ third-party companies (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics) to facilitate our Service. These parties have access to your data only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose it.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4. Your Data Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete the personal information we have on you. You can manage your profile and location data directly within your Traction account settings. If you wish to completely delete your account and associated data, please contact our support team.

5. Data Security

The security of your data is important to us. We implement robust, industry-standard security measures, including encryption in transit and at rest, to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Contact Us

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

Email: support@hackboats.com