Shiftly Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 20, 2025

Students:

At Shiftly, we're committed to protecting your personal information and helping you confidently find flexible work opportunities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect student data through our website, mobile app, and services (the “Service”). By using Shiftly, you agree to this policy and the collection and use of your personal information as described below.

What We Collect from Students

When you sign up for and use Shiftly, we may collect:

  • Basic Information: Name, email, school, graduation year (optional)
  • Shift-Related Information: Shifts you apply for, accept, complete, and your rating history
  • Banking Information: Your bank account or payment service details so we can pay you after your shifts (processed via Stripe, Plaid, or other secure third parties)
  • Device and App Data: Browser type, device model, session times, IP address, app version
  • Location (optional): If you allow location access, we may use it to recommend shifts near you
  • Training Records: Confirmation that you've watched restaurant-specific training videos

How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Help you find, apply to, and work short-term shifts
  • Process payments to your linked bank account
  • Display your profile and ratings to restaurants (once you've applied)
  • Send you reminders, updates, and feedback requests
  • Improve Shiftly through usage analytics and feature testing
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your personal data
  • Request deletion of your account
  • Opt out of non-essential emails
  • Request a copy of your data

To make any privacy-related request, email us at shiftly.allston@gmail.com.

Data Retention

We keep your information as long as your account is active. Payment-related data may be retained longer to meet financial and legal requirements.

Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. If changes are material, we'll notify you via email or on the platform before they take effect. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Businesses:

At Shiftly, we understand that trust and professionalism matter—especially when it comes to staffing. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information from businesses that use Shiftly's website, mobile app, and services (the “Service”). By using Shiftly as a business, you agree to this policy and the collection and use of your business data as described below.

What We Collect from Businesses

When you use Shiftly to post shifts and hire student workers, we may collect:

  • Business and Contact Information: Business name, contact person's name, email address, and phone number
  • Account and Usage Information: Shift postings, job descriptions, contact interactions, feedback you provide about students
  • Billing and Payment Information: Payment method, subscription status, invoice history
  • Technical Data: Device type, browser, operating system, IP address, and usage session data

How We Use Your Data

We use business data to:

  • Provide access to the Shiftly platform and enable shift posting
  • Facilitate invoicing and process payments securely
  • Communicate updates, confirmations, or shift-related alerts
  • Collect analytics to improve Shiftly's performance and reliability
  • Fulfill our legal and financial obligations

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your account information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Request a copy of your business data
  • Cancel your subscription or close your account at any time

For data-related request, email us at shiftly.allston@gmail.com.

Data Retention

We retain business data as long as your account is active. Some payment and invoice-related data may be stored longer for tax or legal reasons.

Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. If changes are material, we'll notify you via email or on the platform before they take effect. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

Questions or concerns? shiftly.allston@gmail.com.