Cookie Policy (European Union)

Last Updated: July 23, 2025
Last Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Applies to: EU/EEA and Swiss Users of Jobbers.io
Service Provider: Varlorys (French Company)
Governing Law: GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679
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 European Union, European Economic Area, and Switzerland.

This policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation EU 2016/679) and the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) for our EU/EEA and Swiss 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 resident of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you have specific rights under European data protection law, which are outlined in this policy. As a French-based company, we are subject to French data protection law and the GDPR, ensuring strong protection for your personal data.

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:

• Necessary Cookies: Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) – essential for website functionality
• Functional Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) – to enhance user experience
• Analytics Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) – for website optimization
• Marketing Cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) – for advertising purposes

When you first visit our Website, we will display a cookie consent banner 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 only 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 cannot be disabled. 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) 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. We ask for your consent to place these cookies.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

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.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

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.

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

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 European Union. When we transfer your personal data to third countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

7.1 Transfer Mechanisms

We use the following mechanisms for international transfers:

• Adequacy Decisions: For transfers to countries with adequate protection (e.g., certain US companies under adequacy frameworks)
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): EU-approved contractual safeguards
• Binding Corporate Rules: For transfers within multinational companies
• Certification Schemes: Where applicable and approved

7.2 Recipients in Third Countries

• 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 limitations 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

9.2 Industry Opt-Out Tools

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

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

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

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

• Right to be Informed (Article 13-14): Know why your personal data is needed, what will happen to it, and how long it will be retained
• Right of Access (Article 15): Access your personal data that we process
• Right to Rectification (Article 16): Supplement, correct, have deleted, or blocked your personal data
• Right to Erasure (Article 17): Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18): Limit how we use your personal data
• Right to Data Portability (Article 20): Receive your data in a structured format and transfer it to another controller
• Right to Object (Article 21): Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
• Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making (Article 22): 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 a supervisory authority, particularly in your country of residence, place of work, or where an alleged infringement occurred.

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 law
• 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
Registration: Subject to French data protection law and GDPR

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 GDPR rights:
Email: [email protected]

Supervisory Authority Complaints:

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

For French residents – CNIL:
Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés
Website: www.cnil.fr
Phone: +33 1 53 73 22 22

For other EU/EEA countries:
Find your local supervisory authority at: edpb.europa.eu

For Switzerland:
Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC)
Website: www.edoeb.admin.ch