Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
GMDP.Expert ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users, including freelancers and companies registered on our platform. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Belgian and European data protection laws.
By using the GMDP.Expert platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
GMDP.Expert
Belgium
Email: info@gmdp.expert
3. Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
Account Data: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and login credentials when you create an account.
Profile Data (Freelancers): Professional title, specialization, work experience, education, certifications, competencies, languages, availability, rate preferences, CV uploads, profile images, and province/region of residence.
Company Data: Company name, contact person details, and communication preferences.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our platform, including page views, search queries, and interaction with freelancer profiles.
Communication Data: Messages sent through the platform, contact form submissions, and information requests.
4. Purpose and Legal Basis
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
Contract Performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): To provide our matchmaking services between freelancers and companies, manage your account, process contracts and agreements.
Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): To improve our platform, analyze usage patterns, prevent fraud, and ensure platform security.
Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): To send marketing communications, publish your profile in the freelancer directory (only when you explicitly enable publication).
Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR): To comply with tax, accounting, and other regulatory requirements.
5. Data Sharing
We may share your personal data with:
Registered Companies: When you publish your freelancer profile, anonymized professional information (reference code, competencies, experience) is visible to registered companies. Full personal details are only shared upon your consent or when a formal engagement is initiated.
Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services for hosting (Odoo.sh), email delivery, and payment processing. These providers are bound by data processing agreements in compliance with GDPR.
Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the rights of our users.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, unless retention is required by law (e.g., tax records retained for 7 years).
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@gmdp.expert. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Cookies
Our platform uses essential cookies required for functionality (session management, authentication). We use the Odoo cookie consent mechanism. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS), secure hosting infrastructure, access controls, and regular security assessments.
10. Contact & Complaints
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: info@gmdp.expert
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority (Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit / APD): www.gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit.be