Privacy Policy

I. Purpose of this Privacy Policy and Data Controller

This Privacy Policy explains the nature, scope, and purpose of how we collect, use, and process personal data within our online offering and associated websites, functions, and content. It applies regardless of the domains, systems, platforms, or devices (e.g., desktop or mobile) used to access the Website.

The website [[https://devmatch.biz → https://devmatch.biz]] (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”) is owned and operated by Scion e.U.

Scion e.U. is the data controller responsible for processing your personal data in accordance with this policy.

Company Details:
Scion e.U., Jutegasse 4, 1220 Vienna, Austria
UID: ATU66706139
Company Register Number: FN 495409 V (Republic of Austria)
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In this Privacy Policy, the terms "we", "our", etc. refer to Scion e.U. The terms "you", "your", etc. refer to users of our Website.

II. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and manage “personal data” from users of our Website and under what circumstances we may disclose such data to third parties.

“Personal data” refers to any information that can identify you directly or in combination with other information.

This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with any legal notices or terms of use presented elsewhere on our Website, including our Terms and Conditions

III. How, When and Why We Collect and Use Personal Data

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data only where permitted by law, particularly under the following conditions:

• To respond to inquiries

• To conduct marketing campaigns

• To provide services or information you requested

• To operate and manage our Website

• To provide technical support

• To prevent fraud or other criminal activity

• To ensure network and information security

• If you have consented to the use for specific purposes

• To comply with legal obligations

The legal basis is generally our legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR), your explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR), or compliance with legal obligations (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR).

2. How We Use Data You Provide

Contact Forms
If you submit data via forms on our Website, we collect information such as your name, role, company, email address, phone number, and preferences or requirements. We use this data to handle your request and provide the relevant services or information.

Advertising & Promotions
We may contact you using the information provided for promotional purposes, including updates about our services or industry developments. We will only send electronic communication (e.g., via email) if you have consented to it. Your ability to use the Website is not affected by whether you give or withhold consent.

Opting Out
You can opt out of receiving marketing messages at any time using the "unsubscribe" link in each promotional email or by contacting us.

We also use the data you provide:

• For any specific purpose indicated at the time of collection

• As permitted or required by law

3. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies on our Website. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy

Where permitted by law, we may combine cookie data with other information we have about you for lawful purposes.

4. Data from other sources

Where legally permitted, we may enrich your data with other data sources we lawfully hold to enhance our services or communications.

IV. User Profiles and Public Data

As part of our services, you may create a personal or professional profile on DevMatch. Certain information you provide (e.g., name, skills, portfolio, availability) may be visible to other users or the public, depending on your privacy settings.

• Public profiles are visible on the open web and may be indexed by search engines.

• Private profiles are not discoverable but may still be accessed via a direct link if shared.

You can change the visibility of your profile at any time in your account settings.

V. Automated Decision-Making

We may use automated systems to assist with matching candidates to projects, displaying relevant profiles, or recommending opportunities. These decisions are based on the data you provide (e.g., skills, availability) and do not produce legal or similarly significant effects.

You can contact us if you would like more information or to object to automated decision-making where legally applicable.   

VI. Payment Processing

If you choose to make a payment through our platform (e.g., for premium features), payment processing is handled by Stripe, Inc., an external PCI-compliant payment service provider.

We do not store your payment card details. Stripe may collect and store payment-related information subject to their own privacy policies: https://stripe.com/privacy

VII. Sharing Personal Data with Third Parties

1. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze user interactions.

Your IP address is anonymized within the EU or EEA before processing. In rare cases, full IP addresses may be transferred to and anonymized in the US. We do not associate IP addresses with other Google data.

You can opt out via your browser settings or use this browser plugin: Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool

See our Cookie Policy for more information.

2. Facebook (Meta) Plugin
We use social plugins from Facebook, operated by Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd., 4 Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2, Ireland. These plugins may collect data such as IP address or visited pages, even if you are not logged into Facebook.

If logged in, Facebook may associate your activity with your account. To avoid this, log out of Facebook before visiting our Website.

For details, see Facebook’s privacy policy: Facebook Privacy Policy 

3. X (formerly Twitter) Plugin
Our Website integrates plugins from X Corp. (formerly Twitter Inc.), 1355 Market Street, Suite 900, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA. By using X features like “Re-Tweet,” your activity may be linked to your X profile.

We do not receive details about the data shared with X.
For more info, see: X (Twitter) Privacy Policy
You can adjust your settings here: X Account Settings

4. Newsletter
Our newsletters are sent only with your consent. They include information about our products, services, offers, and updates.

Double Opt-In: You will receive an email asking for confirmation after signing up. We log your IP address, time of registration, and email for verification purposes.

Cancellation: You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of each newsletter.

5. Third-Party Service Providers (EEA)
We may share your data with service providers within the European Economic Area (EEA) for hosting, maintenance, and related services. These providers process data only in accordance with our instructions and this Privacy Policy.

6. Other Third Parties
We may disclose personal data to government authorities or law enforcement if required for fraud prevention, legal compliance, or network security.

VIII. International Data Transfers

We only transfer your data outside the EEA if:

• The destination country has adequate data protection (per Article 45 GDPR), or

• We implement suitable safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), or

• You have explicitly consented or we are otherwise permitted to do so.

IX. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

For information on cookie storage durations, see our Cookie Policy

X. Data Security

Our Website is hosted within the EEA. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including secure servers and encryption where applicable.

While we follow best practices, please note that data transmission over the internet is never 100% secure.

We treat your data confidentially. It will not be sold, rented, or otherwise shared except with service providers for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

XI. Age Restrictions

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

XII. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access, rectify, or delete your personal data

• Restrict or object to its processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time, where applicable

• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise your rights or for questions, please contact us via our Contact Form

Please note that we do not currently have a designated Data Protection Officer (DPO). All data protection inquiries will be handled by our internal team.

XIII. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your rights, please contact us through our [[Contact Form → https://devmatch.biz/contact]].

XIV. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page and take effect upon publication unless otherwise required by law.

If significant changes are made, and we already hold your data, we will notify you and, where necessary, request renewed consent.

Status: 15.07.2025