Effective Date: September 19, 2024
Website: https://firedpeople.com
FiredPeople is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share personal data collected through our website and forms. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined here.
If you have questions or require clarification, please contact us at [contact@firedpeople.com].
1. Data Controller Information
FiredPeople acts as the Data Controller for the personal data collected on this site. Our contact details are:
- Email: contact@firedpeople.com
- Phone: +213697652634
- Address: Mohous BEK, Algiers, 16000 Algeria
2. Types of Information Collected
We collect and process personal information necessary for platform participation, account creation, and communication with users. The information we collect includes:
- Personal Identification Information: First Name, Last Name, NIF (National Identification Number), Phone/Mobile Number, Address
- Contact Information: Email Address
- Employment Information: Job Position, Company, Start Date, End Date, Relocation Status, Dismissal Compensation (in Euros €)
- Additional Information: Media Consent Preferences, User Requests to Companies, Additional Notes
- Documents and Signatures: File uploads and optional signatures (for legal representatives or lawyers)
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and interactions with the website (collected automatically for analytics and improvement purposes)
3. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and process your personal information for the following purposes:
- Participation in Platform Activities: Verification of user identities and information to ensure accountability and quality of platform interactions
- Content Submission and Media Consent: Processing of user submissions for platform publications, including media sharing preferences
- User Communication: Contacting users regarding their posts, submissions, or inquiries
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Responding to lawful requests by regulatory authorities, complying with legal requirements, and ensuring platform security
- Improving Platform Functionality: Using anonymized data for analytics and to enhance site performance
4. Legal Basis for Data Processing
We rely on the following legal grounds for processing personal data in compliance with GDPR:
- User Consent: We obtain explicit consent when users provide their information through the Participation Form or other forms on the site.
- Performance of a Contract: Data processing is necessary to fulfill the platform’s purpose, enabling you to participate in discussions, share experiences, and engage with content.
- Legal Obligation: Certain data processing is required to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to legitimate requests from regulatory authorities.
- Legitimate Interests: We process some personal data to maintain and improve platform security and performance, in alignment with user interests and expectations.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
FiredPeople respects your privacy and only shares personal information as necessary:
- With Media (upon consent): If you agree to be contacted by media, press, or TV, your contact information will be shared with authorized media outlets.
- With Regulatory and Legal Authorities: We may disclose information as required by law or to protect the platform’s integrity, rights, and users’ safety.
- With Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers for website hosting, analytics, and email services. These providers are required to comply with GDPR and protect your data.
We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.
6. Data Storage and Retention
We store personal data securely and retain it only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:
- Retention Period: Personal information will be retained as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.
- Data Deletion: You may request data deletion by contacting us at [contact@firedpeople.com]. We will delete or anonymize your data as legally permitted.
7. User Rights
Under the GDPR, you 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 Rectification: You may update or correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request a restriction on processing where applicable.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request a transfer of your data to another platform where technically feasible.
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data based on legitimate interests or direct marketing purposes.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [contact@firedpeople.com]. We will respond to requests within 30 days, as required by GDPR.
8. Data Security Measures
We employ strict security measures to protect your personal data:
- Encryption and Secure Storage: Personal data is stored securely, with encryption where applicable.
- Access Control: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Regular Security Audits: Our systems undergo periodic audits to detect and prevent vulnerabilities.
Despite these precautions, no internet transmission is entirely secure. While we strive to protect your data, you acknowledge that transmission of information over the internet is at your own risk.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
FiredPeople uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and website performance. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as outlined in our Cookie Policy. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect website functionality.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any linked sites.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
FiredPeople may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” of the latest revision. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.
12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: contact@firedpeople.com
- Phone: +213697652634
- Address: Mohous BEK, Algiers, 16000 Algeria
This Privacy Policy helps ensure users are informed about their rights, data use, and your platform’s commitment to GDPR compliance and privacy protection.
Who We Are
Our website address is: https://firedpeople.com.
FiredPeople is an independent platform dedicated to promoting labor rights and defending employees’ rights by facilitating collective actions. Our platform enables employees to share their experiences, fosters open communication with companies, and provides resources for legal support in labor issues.
We are committed to defending the rights of employees by collecting and securing data for collective actions. Our platform facilitates contact with companies, coordinates legal actions with lawyers, and manages responses from companies on employee requests.
Disclaimer of Responsibility for User-Generated Content
As the administrator of FiredPeople, I provide this platform for users to publish articles, share personal experiences, and participate in discussions related to labor rights. Please note that I, as the website administrator, am not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or content of articles published by users. Any legal responsibility or liability for user-generated content rests solely with the individual who posted the content.
Users can publish posts or share personal experiences directly on our designated public page here: Public Publisher Page. This page allows the public to submit posts or experiences related to workplace rights, labor issues, or other relevant topics.
In compliance with Portuguese, European (GDPR), and international data protection laws, FiredPeople reserves the right to disclose information about a user to legal authorities if required or if any published content presents potential legal risk, defamation, or harm. This ensures that all personal and sensitive information is handled in accordance with legal frameworks that protect individuals’ rights.
Data Collection for Public Publisher Submissions
When using our public publisher page (https://firedpeople.com/people-publisher/) to submit posts, experiences, or reports related to employment and labor rights, we collect the following personal data to ensure accountability, compliance with legal obligations, and the safety of our community:
- Full Name: Collected to verify the identity of the publisher.
- Contact Information (Email and Phone Number): Enables us to verify the authenticity of submissions, contact the publisher for clarification if necessary, and provide verifiable information to authorities if legally required.
- Employment Details (Position and Company Name): Helps add credibility and context to the post while allowing us to fulfill our objective of promoting transparency in labor rights.
- IP Address: Automatically collected to help ensure security, verify location, and support fraud prevention measures.
- Date and Timestamp: Recorded at submission time for accountability and reference in case of disputes.
- Optional Supporting Documents: Publishers may submit relevant documents to support their post, which are stored securely and only accessed for verification or legal requirements.
We collect this data to fulfill our legitimate interest in maintaining a responsible and credible platform for sharing labor-related information. Additionally, users must acknowledge that their information may be disclosed to relevant authorities if required by law. Data collected through the public publisher page will not be publicly displayed unless consent is explicitly provided.
Retention of Publisher Data: Data collected from public publisher submissions is retained as necessary to respond to legal or regulatory inquiries and to maintain accountability on the platform. Users may request data deletion unless it is subject to legal retention requirements.
Automatic Subscription upon Submission
By participating or publishing a post on our platform, you consent to being automatically subscribed to our mailing system and newsletters. This subscription enables you to receive updates on community activities, labor rights news, and relevant information regarding the platform.
- Purpose: We use this subscription to keep contributors informed about updates, relevant news, and platform enhancements.
- Opt-out Option: If you wish to unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time, you may do so by following the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of each email or by contacting us directly at [insert contact email].
This automatic subscription is an integral part of participation on our platform and helps to keep our community connected and informed.
Right to Company Response
Our platform supports open and fair discussion. We welcome responses from companies on articles or posts that may pertain to them and will facilitate the opportunity for any company to respond to allegations or complaints in the interest of transparency. If companies wish to contact the community or respond to specific posts, they are encouraged to reach out, and we will facilitate an official reply.
Compliance with Portuguese, European, and International Law
Our privacy practices and user rights policies comply with Portuguese law and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This compliance includes protecting the privacy and rights of all users, ensuring that users’ data is only used as outlined in this policy, and providing users with control over their personal information. Additionally:
- Data Collection and Sharing: Any data collected through the website will be used solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Data will only be shared with authorities or third parties when legally required or upon user consent.
- Right to Access and Control: Users have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal data under GDPR. Requests related to personal data can be directed to contact@firedpeople.com.
- International Regulations: Our practices adhere to international standards, including those defined by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 19), which supports freedom of expression, while balancing this right with protection against defamation and misuse.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here. After your comment is approved, your profile picture will be visible alongside your comment to the public.
Media
If you upload images to the website, avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download and extract any location data from images on the site, which could compromise your privacy.
Contact forms and Participate form
When you fill out a contact form on our website, we collect the personal data you provide (name , NIF , email address, employment details, and concerns) to facilitate communication, organize collective actions, contact companies on your behalf, and engage lawyers for collective legal representation.
Cookies
- Comment Cookies:
If you leave a comment, you can opt-in to save your name, email address, and website in cookies. This is for your convenience so you don’t have to re-enter details for future comments. These cookies last for one year. - Login Cookies:
If you log in, we set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies (no personal data is stored in this cookie). We also set cookies to store your login details and screen preferences. Login cookies last for two days, while screen options cookies last for a year. Choosing “Remember Me” will extend the login cookies for two weeks. - Editing/Publishing Cookies:
When you publish or edit an article, a cookie is saved to your browser indicating the post ID of the article, which expires after one day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you are visiting the original website. These sites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction with the content, particularly if you are logged into their platform.
Analytics
We may use third-party analytics services to track and analyze how visitors use our website. This helps us understand site traffic, user behavior, and improve user experience.
Posting of News and Employee Experiences
We may publish news articles, reports, and employee experiences related to workplace rights and issues. These pieces of content may include information from the following sources:
- Internet and Publicly Shared News: News or reports shared across public sources or media platforms related to employee rights and company practices.
- Employee Experiences: First-hand accounts or experiences shared by employees using our platform.
We aim to maintain objectivity and fairness in all content published, ensuring equal treatment for both employees and companies. When publishing such content:
- Attribution of Sources: If the content is derived from public news, we will cite the source directly on the site. For employee experiences, we may anonymize the names unless permission is explicitly given to disclose details.
- Onsite Information: In some cases, the full source of the information may be posted directly on the site for transparency.
- Upon Request: If a specific source is not immediately posted, we can provide it upon request to ensure clarity and fairness.
Our goal is to assist both employees and companies in resolving disputes and promoting transparency in workplace issues. All information shared is aimed at better assisting employees in defending their rights while allowing companies an opportunity to address concerns fairly and responsibly.
Who we share your data with
We only share your data when necessary, and only with:
- Lawyers and Legal Counsel: To support collective actions or legal advice for employee rights.
- Companies: If we contact companies on your behalf as part of collective action.
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who assist us with website operations, data storage, and security.
- Spam Detection Services: Your comments may be checked through automated spam detection services.
We will never sell your personal data to third parties.
How long we retain your data
- Comments: If you leave a comment, it and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This allows us to automatically approve future comments instead of holding them in moderation.
- User Profiles: If you register for an account, we retain the personal information you provide in your profile. You can view, edit, or delete your personal information at any time (except for changing the username). Website administrators also have access to edit this information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an export of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we delete any personal data we hold, with the exception of data we are legally required to retain for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where we send your data
Visitor comments may be screened using automated spam detection tools. In cases of legal or collective actions, we may share your data with relevant companies and legal professionals.
Your contact information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your data or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: press@firedpeople.com
Phone: +213697652634
Mailing Address: Mohous BEK algiers 16000 Algeria
Additional Information
How we protect your data
We employ the following security measures to protect your data:
- Data Encryption: All personal data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
- Access Control: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Regular Security Audits: We regularly review and update our data protection procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
What data breach procedures we have in place
In the event of a data breach, we will promptly notify affected users and regulatory authorities where necessary, and take immediate steps to secure our systems, investigate the breach, and minimize damage.
What third parties we receive data from
We may receive data from third-party legal service providers, industry partners, or platforms that assist in collective actions or defending employee rights.
What automated decision-making and/or profiling we do with user data
We do not currently engage in automated decision-making or profiling using your personal data. All actions taken are reviewed by human personnel to ensure fair and accurate handling of cases.