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Worca Privacy Policy

Last updated January 19, 2026

Worca Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Worca, Inc. (“Worca,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (worca.io), use our platform, apply for positions, or engage with our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

From Website Visitors:

  • Contact information (name, email, phone number)
  • Inquiry details and form submissions
  • Communication preferences

From Talent Applicants:

  • Personal identification (name, address, email, phone)
  • Employment history and work experience
  • Educational background
  • Skills and qualifications
  • Resume/CV and portfolio materials
  • References
  • Work authorization status

From Clients:

  • Company information (legal name, address, contact details)
  • Billing and payment information
  • Authorized representative details
  • Job requirements and specifications

From Talent Partners/Referral Partners:

  • Business contact information
  • Payment details for fee disbursement
  • Tax documentation (W-9 or equivalent)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our website or platform, we automatically collect:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • IP address
  • Device identifiers
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring URLs
  • Clickstream data

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain session state
  • Remember preferences
  • Analyze site usage
  • Deliver relevant content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

Service Delivery:

  • Matching talent with client opportunities
  • Processing applications and placements
  • Managing employment/contractor relationships
  • Processing payroll and payments
  • Administering benefits

Communication:

  • Responding to inquiries
  • Providing service updates
  • Sending job opportunities (with consent)
  • Delivering marketing materials (with consent)

Operations:

  • Improving our services
  • Analyzing usage patterns
  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Ensuring platform security
  • Complying with legal obligations

Legal Compliance:

  • Tax reporting and withholding
  • Employment law compliance
  • Responding to legal requests

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

Service Providers:

  • Payroll processors
  • Benefits administrators
  • Background check providers
  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Analytics services

Clients (for Talent):

  • Relevant qualifications and experience
  • Work samples (with consent)
  • Contact information (after placement)

Legal Requirements:

  • When required by law
  • To respond to legal process
  • To protect rights and safety
  • In connection with business transfers

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Maintain business records
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Typically, we retain:

  • Active talent profiles: Duration of engagement + 5 years
  • Client records: Duration of relationship + 7 years
  • Application data (not placed): 2 years
  • Website analytics: 26 months

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures including:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Employee training
  • Incident response procedures

No system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to protect your information using industry-standard practices.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your information
  • Port your data
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Opt out of marketing

To exercise these rights, contact privacy@worca.io or legal@worca.io.

7. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

Right to Know: Request information about data collection and use.

Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information.

Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate information.

Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of sale or sharing of personal information.

Right to Limit: Limit use of sensitive personal information.

Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

Categories of Information Collected:

  • Identifiers (name, email, phone)
  • Professional information (employment history, skills)
  • Internet activity (browsing, usage data)
  • Geolocation data (approximate location from IP)
  • Inferences (job matching preferences)

We do not sell personal information.

To submit a request, email privacy@worca.io with “California Privacy Request” in the subject line.

8. International Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Contract: To perform services you’ve requested
  • Legitimate Interest: For business operations and improvements
  • Consent: For marketing and optional data uses
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

International Transfers: We transfer data to the United States. We use Standard Contractual Clauses and other safeguards for such transfers.

Data Protection Officer: Contact our DPO at dpo@worca.io.

Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. Marketing Communications

We may send marketing communications with your consent. You can opt out at any time by:

  • Clicking “unsubscribe” in emails
  • Contacting us at marketing@worca.io
  • Texting “STOP” to SMS communications

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting a notice on our website
  • Sending an email notification
  • Updating the “Last Updated” date

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

Email: privacy@worca.io or legal@worca.io

Mail: Worca, Inc. Attn: Privacy 1631 Electric Ave Venice, CA 90291

Phone: Available upon request

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above.

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