LifeShack – Privacy Policy

LifeShack Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 10, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how LifeShack Inc. (“LifeShack,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit lifeshack.com or use any related mobile/desktop apps, APIs, browser automations, or services (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described below.


1. Interpretation & Definitions

Capitalized terms not defined here have the meanings provided in our Terms & Conditions (e.g., Account, Affiliate, AI Automation, Application Data). “You” may also be referred to as “Consumer,” “Data Subject,” or “User.”


2. Data We Collect

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

CategoryExamplesPurpose
Contact InfoName, email, phone, mailing addressAccount setup, support, legal notices
CredentialsUsername, passwordSecure login/authentication
Application DataRésumé/CV, job history, skills, preferences, third‑party logins for Job BoardsOperating AI Automation & submitting applications
Billing DataBilling name, address, last 4 of card (Stripe)Subscription and payment processing

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data – IP address, browser type/version, pages visited, time‑stamps, referring URLs, clicks & scrolls, diagnostic logs.
  • Device Data – OS, device model, unique IDs, crash logs.

2.3 Data from Third‑Party Services

If you link Google, Facebook, Twitter, or provide Job‑Board credentials, we receive profile, diagnostic, or account‑related data as permitted by your settings on those services.

2.4 Tracking Technologies

We and our partners use cookies, pixels, SDKs, and similar tech to remember your preferences, keep you logged‑in, analyze traffic, and personalize/measure marketing. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some functionality may break.


3. How We Use Personal Data

Legal Basis (GDPR)Purpose of ProcessingTypical Data Used
Performance of ContractCreate & manage your Account; run AI Automation; submit job applications; provide supportContact Info, Credentials, Application Data
Legitimate InterestPrevent fraud, secure & debug the Service, product analytics, feature improvementsUsage & Device Data
ConsentMarketing emails, non‑essential cookies, optional surveysContact Info, Usage Data
Legal ObligationTax, accounting, regulatory complianceBilling Data, minimal identifiers

No automated decision making that produces legal or similarly significant effects occurs without human review.


4. How & Why We Share Personal Data

4.1 Disclosures to Employers & Job Boards (“End Recipients”)

To perform the Service, we transmit your Application Data to third‑party job boards, staffing firms, and potential employers selected by our algorithms and/or by you. These End Recipients operate under their own privacy policies. By using LifeShack, you instruct us to share your data with these parties at your own risk.

4.2 Service Providers

  • Hosting (AWS), analytics (Google Analytics, Hotjar), error monitoring, email delivery (Postmark), payment processing (Stripe), support tools.
  • All providers process data under written agreements & data‑processing addenda.

4.3 Business Transfers

If we undergo a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, Personal Data may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to this Policy.

4.4 Legal & Safety Disclosures

We may disclose Personal Data to comply with law, enforce agreements, investigate fraud, or protect the rights, property, or safety of LifeShack, our users, or the public.

4.5 Aggregated / De‑identified Data

We may create and share aggregated statistics that cannot identify you.

4.6 No Monetary Sale of Personal Data

We do not sell your Personal Data for money. Limited sharing with ad partners to deliver interest‑based ads could be deemed a “sale” or “share” under CCPA; see Section 7.2 for your opt‑out rights.


5. International Transfers

Your data is processed in the United States and sometimes other countries. We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards for cross‑border transfers.


6. Retention & Deletion

  • We keep Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes above, or for up to six years where tax or contract laws apply.
  • Application Data sent to End Recipients is outside our control after submission; contact the End Recipient directly to exercise rights over their copy.

7. Security

We use encryption (in transit & at rest), least‑privilege access, regular penetration tests, and incident‑response procedures, but no method is 100 % secure. We will notify you of any data breach as required by law.


8. Your Rights & Choices

8.1 GDPR (EEA/UK)

Access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, objection, withdraw consent at any time. Email privacy@lifeshack.com.

8.2 CCPA/CPRA (California)

Notice, access, deletion, correction, opt‑out of “sale/share,” and non‑discrimination. Submit verified requests via our contact page.

8.3 Marketing Preferences

Opt out of marketing emails via the “unsubscribe” link or Account settings.

8.4 Cookie Controls

Manage cookies through your browser or our on‑site banner.


9. Do Not Track & Ad Choices

Our Service doesn’t respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals. Opt out of interest‑based ads via NAI, DAA, EDAA, or platform settings (Google, Meta, LinkedIn).


10. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13; we do not knowingly collect their data. Contact us if you believe we inadvertently did so.


11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be announced via email and/or a banner at least 30 days before they take effect. “Last updated” reflects the effective date.


12. Contact Us

Email: privacy@lifeshack.com
Web: lifeshack.com/contact


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