Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 March 2026

1. Who we are

Canto ("we", "us", "our") operates the website canto.so. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our platform.

2. Information we collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Account information: name, email address, and professional details when you sign up or submit a brief.
  • Usage data: pages visited, time spent on pages, and interactions with site features.
  • Device data: browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
  • Communications: messages you send through our platform, including hiring briefs and enquiries.

3. How we use your information

  • To provide and improve our marketplace services.
  • To match clients with relevant AI experts.
  • To communicate with you about your account, briefs, or enquiries.
  • To analyse usage patterns and improve the platform experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing your information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

  • AI experts on our platform, when you submit a hiring brief.
  • Service providers that help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics, email).
  • Authorities, when required by law.

5. Data retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

6. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data.
  • Request a portable copy of your data.
  • Withdraw consent at any time.

7. Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

8. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at hello@canto.so.