Cookie Policy (United Kingdom)

Last Updated: July 23, 2025
Last Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Applies to: UK Users of Jobbers.io (including Jersey and Guernsey)
Service Provider: Varlorys (French Company)
Governing Law: UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR 2003
Platform: International Freelance Marketplace

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Jobbers.io (operated by Varlorys, a French company) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://www.jobbers.io (the “Website”). Jobbers.io is an international freelance platform operated from France, serving users worldwide including the United Kingdom.

This policy is designed to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003 for our UK users. It describes what cookies are, how we use them, the legal basis for processing, your choices regarding cookies, and how to contact us for more information.

As a UK resident or visitor to our platform, you have specific rights under UK data protection law, which are outlined in this policy. Please note that as a French-based company, our primary operations and data processing activities are conducted from France, subject to European data protection standards, while ensuring compliance with UK privacy requirements for our UK users.

2. Data Controller Information

Data Controller: Varlorys
Address: 145 Rue du général Leclerc, 95130 Franconville, France
Email: [email protected]
Data Protection Officer: [email protected]

3. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

3.1 Cookies

A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your computer, mobile device, or other internet-connected device when you visit our Website. Cookies allow us to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences and past actions.

3.2 Scripts

Scripts are pieces of program code embedded in our Website that make it function properly and interactively. Scripts may be executed on our servers or on your device.

3.3 Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)

Web beacons are small, invisible images or pieces of code placed on our Website or in emails to monitor user activity and collect usage information.

4. Legal Basis for Processing and Consent

Legal Bases for Cookie Processing:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR) – essential for website functionality
• Functional Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)
• Analytics Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)
• Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)

When you first visit our Website, we will display a cookie consent banner in compliance with PECR requirements, explaining our use of cookies. By using Jobbers.io, you acknowledge that you are using an international freelance platform operated by a French company.

You have the right to:

• Give freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent
• Accept all cookies or select specific categories
• Customize your cookie preferences in detail
• Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting lawfulness of processing before withdrawal
• Be informed about automated decision-making and profiling

Manage Cookie Preferences

Note: Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. If you disable non-essential cookies, some features of our Website may not function optimally.

5. Types of Cookies We Use

5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our Website and are exempt from consent requirements under PECR. They are usually set in response to actions you take that amount to a request for services.

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR)

Examples: Session management, security features, load balancing, payment processing (PayPal, Stripe)

5.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings. Under PECR, we ask for your consent to place these cookies.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)

Examples: Language preferences, user interface customizations, login information

5.3 Analytics/Statistics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Website, helping us improve user experience and site performance. These cookies collect information in an aggregated form and require consent under PECR.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)

Purpose: Website optimization, usage analysis, performance monitoring

5.4 Advertising/Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. They may create profiles based on your browsing behavior and require explicit consent under PECR.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and PECR Regulation 6)

Purpose: Targeted advertising, campaign measurement, audience insights

Profiling: Some advertising cookies may involve automated decision-making and profiling to show relevant ads.

5.5 Social Media Cookies

When you interact with social media features on our Website (such as sharing buttons), social media platforms may place cookies on your device. This content might store and process information for personalized advertising.

Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, WhatsApp (all located in the United States)

Note: Please read the privacy policies of these social networks as they are independent data controllers.

6. Specific Cookies and Services

7. International Data Transfers

Important Notice: As an international freelance platform, some of our service providers are located outside the United Kingdom. When we transfer your personal data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by UK GDPR.

7.1 Transfer Mechanisms

We use the following mechanisms for international transfers:

• Adequacy Regulations: For transfers to countries deemed adequate by the UK
• UK International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA): Approved contractual safeguards
• Standard Contractual Clauses: Where appropriate and approved
• Binding Corporate Rules: For transfers within multinational companies

7.2 Recipients in Third Countries

• France: Our primary operations (deemed adequate for UK data transfers)
• United States: Google (Analytics, Fonts, YouTube), Meta/Facebook, LinkedIn, PayPal, Stripe, Twitter/X
• Other countries: Where our freelancers and clients are located globally (with your consent as part of service delivery)

8. Data Retention

We retain cookie data for the periods specified in the table above. Retention periods are based on:

• The purpose for which the data was collected
• Legal requirements and limitation periods
• Business needs and legitimate interests
• Your consent (which can be withdrawn)

9. How to Control Cookies

9.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are placed

9.2 Industry Opt-Out Tools

For advertising cookies, you can also use these opt-out tools:

• Your Online Choices (UK)
• Network Advertising Initiative
• Digital Advertising Alliance

10. Your Rights Under UK Data Protection Law

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to be Informed: Know why your personal data is needed, what will happen to it, and how long it will be retained
• Right of Access: Access your personal data that we process
• Right to Rectification: Supplement, correct, have deleted, or blocked your personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format and transfer it to another controller
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
• Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: Not be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting lawfulness of previous processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within one month of receipt (extendable by two months for complex requests).

Complaints: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.

11. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

Some of our marketing cookies may involve automated decision-making and profiling to:

• Show relevant advertisements
• Measure campaign effectiveness
• Analyze user behavior patterns

You have the right to object to profiling and request human intervention in automated decision-making processes.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our Website
• Updating the “Last Updated” date
• Obtaining fresh consent where required by PECR
• Email notification for significant changes (where we have your email)

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us:

Data Controller:

Varlorys (French Company)
Business: International Freelance Platform (Jobbers.io)
Address: 145 Rue du général Leclerc, 95130 Franconville, France
Jurisdiction: Subject to French data protection law with UK GDPR compliance for UK users

Contact Details:

Website: https://www.jobbers.io
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +33 6 88 95 37 10 (French timezone: CET/CEST)

Data Protection Officer:

For all data protection inquiries and to exercise your UK GDPR rights:
Email: [email protected]

Supervisory Authority Complaints:

If you’re not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority:

For England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Address: Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113
Email: [email protected]

For Jersey:
Jersey Office of the Information Commissioner
Website: oicjersey.org
Email: [email protected]

For Guernsey:
Office of the Data Protection Authority
Website: odpa.gg
Email: [email protected]

International Business Hours:

Primary Hours: French business hours (CET/CEST)
UK Inquiries: We respond to UK privacy matters within 24-48 hours
Urgent Matters: Mark emails as “URGENT – UK Privacy Inquiry” for priority handling