Privacy Policy

Your privacy and security are our top priorities

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to TeenWorkHub. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of all our users, especially minors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

By using TeenWorkHub, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian must review and agree to this Privacy Policy on your behalf.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Name, email address, and zip code
Date of birth (to verify age eligibility)
Parent or guardian contact information (for users under 18)
Profile information and preferences
Communication preferences
Messages and correspondence with us or other users

1.2 Job-Related Information

Job postings and descriptions
Work history and experience
Skills and qualifications
Application materials
Transaction and payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
Location information (based on zip code or IP address)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Connect teens with appropriate job opportunities
Verify user identities and ensure platform safety
Enable parental oversight and controls
Process transactions and send related information
Send administrative information, updates, and security alerts
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, or technical problems
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Special Protections for Minors

We take extra precautions to protect the privacy of users under 18:

Parental Consent: We require verifiable parental consent before teens can create accounts or apply for jobs
Limited Data Collection: We collect only the minimum information necessary for teens to use our platform safely
Parental Access: Parents can review, update, or delete their teen's information at any time
No Targeted Advertising: We do not use teen data for targeted advertising or marketing
Restricted Sharing: Teen information is never sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes
Communication Monitoring: Parents can monitor all platform communications involving their teen

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Other Users

When teens apply for jobs, certain profile information is shared with job posters. For minors, we limit the information shared and require parental approval.

With Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform (payment processing, hosting, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or to ensure user safety.

With Parental Consent

For users under 18, we will obtain parental consent before sharing information in ways not covered by this policy.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security audits and updates
Employee training on data protection
Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Parental Rights: Parents can exercise these rights on behalf of their minor children

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

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect platform functionality.

We do not use tracking technologies to build advertising profiles of minors.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your information within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it by law.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. International Users

TeenWorkHub is based in the United States. If you access our platform from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our platform. For users under 18, we will obtain renewed parental consent if changes materially affect how we collect or use their information.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@teenworkhub.com

Mail: TeenWorkHub Privacy Team, [Your Address]

Phone: [Your Phone Number]

For parents or guardians with questions about their teen's privacy, we are here to help and will respond promptly to all inquiries.