Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 14, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to ABRAM Network ("ABRAM," "we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how ABRAM Network collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you use our creative talent marketplace platform, including our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Platform.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

Account Information:

  • Name, email address, phone number

  • Username and password

  • Company name and role (for enterprise clients)

  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

  • Tax identification information (for contractors receiving payments)

Profile Information:

  • For Contractors: Skills, experience, equipment, software proficiency, portfolio samples, work history, availability, hourly rates, location, certifications, references

  • For Clients: Industry, project types, company size, typical project budgets

Project Information:

  • Project briefs, descriptions, requirements

  • Deliverables, timelines, budgets

  • Communication between clients and contractors

  • Files uploaded to projects

  • Feedback and reviews

Communication Data:

  • Messages sent through the Platform

  • Support inquiries and correspondence

  • Survey responses and feedback

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Information:

  • Pages visited, features used, time spent on Platform

  • Search queries, filters applied, projects created

  • Clicks, navigation patterns, and interaction data

Device Information:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system

  • Device identifiers, mobile network information

  • Language preferences, time zone settings

Location Information:

  • General location based on IP address

  • Precise location (only if you grant permission for location-based services)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

  • We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect usage data and improve your experience

  • See Section 7 for detailed cookie information

1.3 Information from Third Parties

Integration Data:

  • Information from connected services (Monday.com, Asana, Slack, Google Calendar, etc.)

  • OAuth authentication data from social login providers

Payment Processors:

  • Payment confirmation and transaction data from Stripe, QuickBooks, and other payment partners

Background Checks:

  • Verification data for contractors (if applicable and with consent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Platform Services

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Match clients with contractors using AI-powered algorithms

  • Facilitate project creation, team assembly, and capacity tracking

  • Process payments and generate invoices

  • Enable communication between clients and contractors

  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

2.2 AI Matching and Analysis

  • Analyze project briefs to extract requirements

  • Generate work packages and hour estimates

  • Match contractors based on skills, availability, portfolio fit, location, and other factors

  • Provide AI-generated match reasoning and recommendations

  • Analyze team chemistry from collaboration history

  • Optimize team composition

2.3 Platform Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve features and user experience

  • Develop new products and services

  • Conduct research and testing

  • Monitor and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues

2.4 Communications

  • Send transactional emails (account confirmations, project notifications, payment receipts)

  • Provide customer support and respond to requests

  • Send marketing communications (with your consent, where required)

  • Notify you of Platform updates, new features, or policy changes

2.5 Legal and Compliance

  • Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests

  • Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements

  • Protect the rights, property, and safety of ABRAM, our users, and the public

  • Resolve disputes and troubleshoot problems

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Between Platform Users

  • Contractor profiles are visible to clients when matched or browsed (skills, portfolio, rates, availability)

  • Client company information is visible to contractors when invited to projects

  • Project details are shared with assigned contractors

  • Communication between clients and contractors on projects

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the Platform:

  • Cloud hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud)

  • Payment processors (Stripe, QuickBooks)

  • Email service providers

  • Analytics providers

  • Customer support tools

  • Integration partners (Monday.com, Asana, Slack, Frame.io, etc.)

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

3.3 Business Transfers

If ABRAM is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal process (subpoenas, court orders, government requests)

  • Enforce our Terms of Service

  • Protect our rights, property, or safety

  • Investigate fraud, security issues, or violations

  • Protect the rights and safety of our users and the public

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

4.1 Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest

  • Secure authentication and access controls

  • Regular security audits and penetration testing

  • SOC2 compliance certification

  • Single Sign-On (SSO) support for enterprise clients

4.2 Organizational Safeguards

  • Employee training on data protection

  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

  • Confidentiality agreements with employees and contractors

  • Incident response and breach notification procedures

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

5.1 Access and Portability

  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

  • Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

5.2 Correction and Update

  • Update your account information and profile at any time through Platform settings

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

5.3 Deletion

  • Delete your account and associated data

  • Request deletion of specific information (subject to legal retention requirements)

5.4 Opt-Out of Marketing

  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails via the link in each email

  • Adjust notification preferences in account settings

5.5 Cookies and Tracking

  • Manage cookie preferences through browser settings

  • Opt out of analytics tracking (see Section 7)

5.6 Do Not Sell My Personal Information

  • We do not sell personal information

  • You may opt out of certain data sharing through privacy settings

5.7 Withdraw Consent

  • Withdraw consent for processing based on consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@abram.network

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

Retention Periods:

  • Active accounts: Information retained while account is active

  • Deleted accounts: Most data deleted within 30 days; some data retained for legal, tax, or fraud prevention purposes

  • Project data: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance

  • Payment records: Retained for 7 years per financial regulations

  • Communication logs: Retained for 3 years for dispute resolution

  • Marketing data: Deleted immediately upon opt-out

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies:

  • Authentication and security

  • Platform functionality

  • Session management

Analytics Cookies:

  • Usage statistics and performance monitoring

  • A/B testing and feature optimization

  • Error tracking

Preference Cookies:

  • Language and display settings

  • User interface customization

Marketing Cookies:

  • Advertising and remarketing (with consent)

  • Campaign performance tracking

7.2 Managing Cookies

  • Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings

  • Disabling essential cookies may impact Platform functionality

  • Third-party cookies are governed by third-party privacy policies

7.3 Do Not Track

  • Our Platform does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals

  • You can opt out of analytics tracking through privacy settings

8. Third-Party Services and Integrations

The Platform integrates with third-party services (Monday.com, Asana, Slack, Frame.io, Google Calendar, Microsoft Calendar, Stripe, QuickBooks, SAP Ariba, etc.).

When you connect third-party services:

  • You authorize data sharing between ABRAM and the third party

  • Third-party privacy policies govern their use of your data

  • You can disconnect integrations at any time through account settings

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies before connecting.

9. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.

If we learn we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child, contact us at contact@abram.network.

10. International Data Transfers

ABRAM is based in the United States. If you access the Platform from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries.

Data Transfer Safeguards:

  • We use standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities

  • We ensure third-party processors provide adequate data protection

  • We comply with applicable data protection laws for international transfers

By using the Platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

11.1 Right to Know

  • Categories of personal information collected

  • Sources of personal information

  • Business purposes for collection

  • Categories of third parties with whom we share information

11.2 Right to Delete

  • Request deletion of personal information (subject to exceptions)

11.3 Right to Opt-Out

  • We do not sell personal information

  • If we ever engage in data sales, we will provide an opt-out mechanism

11.4 Right to Non-Discrimination

  • We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

To exercise your CCPA rights, email contact@abram.network

We will verify your identity before processing requests.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

12.1 Legal Bases for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Contractual necessity: To provide Platform services

  • Legitimate interests: Platform improvement, fraud prevention, marketing (where permitted)

  • Consent: For optional features and marketing (where required)

  • Legal obligations: Compliance with laws

12.2 GDPR Rights

  • Right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing

  • Right to data portability

  • Right to object to processing

  • Right to withdraw consent

  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact contact@abram.network

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top

  • For material changes, we will notify you via email or prominent Platform notice

  • Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ABRAM Network
Email: contact@abram.network

For all privacy inquiries:
Email: contact@abram.network

15. Additional State-Specific Rights

Residents of certain U.S. states may have additional privacy rights. If you are a resident of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, or other states with comprehensive privacy laws, please contact us at contact@abram.network to learn about and exercise your rights.

By using ABRAM Network, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.