Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AeroScout ("we," "us," or "our"), operated by AeroScout, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our aviation job board platform.

By using AeroScout, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account: Email address, password, name
• Complete your profile: Aviation experience, licenses, type ratings, total flight hours, certifications
• Subscribe to premium: Payment information (processed securely by our payment provider Paddle)
• Contact us: Any information you include in communications

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Service, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and general location
• Usage data (pages viewed, features used, search queries)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Match you with relevant job opportunities based on your qualifications
• Process your subscription and payments
• Send you job alerts and notifications (with your consent)
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Communicate with you about your account and our Service
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

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

• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate our Service (e.g., payment processing by Paddle, hosting, analytics)
• Employers: When you apply for a job, your application information is shared with the employer
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Service to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at Aero@aeroscout.net.

8. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our Service
• Improve our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Our payment processing is handled by Paddle, which has its own privacy policy governing payment data.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us