Privacy Policy

Floating Dots (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, contact us, apply for jobs, or use our services.

1. Who We Are

Floating Dots
Email: hello@floatingdots.co
Website: https://floatingdots.co

We operate as a digital product studio offering software development, UX/UI design, MVP development, SaaS solutions, team augmentation, and consulting services.

We act as a Data Controller for the information you provide to us.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that is necessary for communication, project collaboration, career opportunities, and improving our website.

a) Data You Provide Voluntarily

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company name

  • Project details

  • Contact messages

  • Files you upload (CVs, portfolios, project briefs)

  • Job application details

  • Billing information (for clients)

b) Data Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Browser type

  • Cookies and tracking pixels

  • Pages visited

  • Approximate location

  • Time spent on the website

c) Cookies & Analytics

We use:

  • Google Analytics (anonymous tracking)

  • Session cookies

  • Marketing and performance cookies (if consented)

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data for:

Service delivery

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Sending proposals

  • Project planning and communication

  • Contracting and billing

  • User support

Hiring and recruitment

  • Reviewing candidate applications

  • Scheduling interviews

  • Evaluating skills

  • Communicating about job opportunities

Website optimization

  • Improving user experience

  • Monitoring site traffic

  • Preventing spam or fraudulent activities

Marketing (only with consent)

  • Sending newsletters

  • Sharing content or updates

  • Retargeting ads (if consented via cookie banner)

We never sell your data to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process data under GDPR based on:

  • Consent (contact forms, newsletter, cookies)

  • Contractual obligation (clients and service agreements)

  • Legitimate interest (analytics, security, recruitment)

  • Legal compliance (invoices, tax records)

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain data only as long as necessary:

  • Contact inquiries: 24 months

  • Client project data: for the duration of the contract + 5 years

  • Job applications: 24 months (or longer with your consent)

  • Analytics data: according to Google’s retention policies

You may request deletion at any time.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We use industry-standard security measures to secure your information:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure servers and backups

  • Access restricted to authorized team members

  • Encrypted data transfer

  • Strong password and authentication policies

However, no internet transmission is fully risk-free. We take all reasonable precautions.

7. Third-Party Services We Use

We may share data with trusted service providers to operate our business:

  • Web hosting provider

  • Email providers (e.g., Gmail, Outlook)

  • Analytics tools (Google Analytics)

  • Payment processors (if applicable)

  • Project management tools (Jira, Trello, Slack)

  • Recruitment platforms (optional)

All partners comply with GDPR and process data only as instructed.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to processing

  • Request a copy of your data (data portability)

To exercise your rights, contact: hello@floatingdots.co

We will respond within 30 days.

9. International Data Transfers

Some third-party tools may store data outside the EU (e.g., the United States).
In such cases, providers are required to use GDPR-compliant safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

10. Links to External Websites

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

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years old.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, you can contact us at: 📧 hello@floatingdots.co