Introduction
At Wakkt, we value and respect the privacy of our users, including companies and employees using our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information collected through the Wakkt platform, including mobile and desktop applications.
By using Wakkt, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please discontinue use of our services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information such as:
- For Employees: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, employee ID, employment details, and location data.
- For Companies: Company name, admin details, company code, contact information, and industry details.
1.2 Location Data
For certain features, such as geofencing, Wi-Fi tracking, and attendance logging, we may collect:
- GPS location data
- Wi-Fi network information (SSID)
- IP addresses
- Bluetooth beacon data
1.3 Device Information
We may collect information about the devices used to access Wakkt, including:
- Device ID and MAC address
- Operating system and version
- App usage data
1.4 Activity Data
We may collect data such as:
- Clock-in/clock-out times
- Overtime requests and approvals
- Notifications received and acknowledged
- Work shift information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Facilitate employee time tracking, attendance, and payroll processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, such as location-based check-ins.
- Enable and optimize geofencing, Wi-Fi monitoring, and other advanced features.
- Notify employees and admins about requests, alerts, and updates.
- Improve platform functionality, user experience, and security.
3. Sharing Your Information
We only share personal information under the following conditions:
- With Authorized Company Admins: Employee data (e.g., location, attendance records) is shared with the company's designated administrators.
- For Compliance: Information may be shared to comply with legal obligations or protect against fraud.
- Third-Party Services: Information may be shared with service providers (e.g., email, payment processors) solely to deliver Wakkt services.
We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.
4. Location and Wi-Fi Tracking
4.1 Location Tracking
- Purpose: We collect employee location data to ensure accurate attendance tracking and adherence to geofenced work policies.
- Opt-Out: Employees can choose to disable location tracking while the app is in the background. However, disabling tracking may limit certain app features.
4.2 Wi-Fi Monitoring
- Purpose: Wi-Fi data is collected to confirm work presence or detect changes in work site locations.
- Notifications: Employees will be notified if a Wi-Fi network is saved or if a Wi-Fi change triggers admin alerts.
- Opt-Out: Wi-Fi monitoring can be disabled by the company admin in geofencing settings.
5. Employee Privacy Rights
Wakkt respects employee privacy and provides the following rights:
- Transparency: Employees can view what data is collected and how it is used.
- Access: Employees can request access to their personal data.
- Corrections: Employees can request corrections to inaccurate data.
- Opt-Out: Employees can opt out of non-mandatory data collection features, such as background location tracking.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect personal information, including:
- Data encryption (in transit and at rest).
- Multi-factor authentication for admin accounts.
- Role-based access control to ensure only authorized users can access sensitive data.
Despite our best efforts, no system is entirely secure. We encourage users to safeguard their accounts by choosing strong passwords and enabling security features.
7. Data Retention
- Employee data will be retained as long as the company account remains active.
- Upon termination of a company or employee account, data will be retained for a limited period for compliance and reporting purposes unless otherwise requested.
8. Third-Party Integrations
Wakkt may integrate with third-party services such as payroll providers, email platforms, and analytics tools. These integrations will adhere to Wakkt’s privacy standards, and only necessary data will be shared.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be communicated to users through the app or email.
10. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]