Last updated: March 19, 2026
1. Who We Are
GigDrift (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a remote job aggregator website operated at gigdrift.io. We collect job listings from multiple platforms and present them in one place to help you find remote work opportunities.
Data Controller:
GigDrift
Website: https://gigdrift.io
Email: hello@gigdrift.io
Given the nature and scale of our data processing (minimal personal data, no user accounts, no large-scale monitoring), we are not required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) under GDPR Article 37. For any privacy-related questions, contact us at the email address above.
2. What Data We Collect
GigDrift is designed to be privacy-friendly. We do not require user accounts, we do not collect names or email addresses through forms, and we do not maintain mailing lists. Here is what we do collect:
2.1 Cookies
We use a small number of cookies. A detailed breakdown is provided in Section 9 (Cookie Policy) below.
2.2 Analytics Data (Anonymized)
We use Google Analytics 4 (via MonsterInsights) with IP anonymization enabled. This means your full IP address is never stored by Google. The data collected includes:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search engine
- Browser type and operating system
- Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)
- Approximate geographic location (country/city level, derived from anonymized IP)
This data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify you personally.
2.3 Server Logs
Our hosting provider (Hostinger) automatically collects standard server log data, including IP addresses, browser user-agent strings, requested URLs, and timestamps. This data is used solely for security and performance monitoring.
2.4 Contact Page
Our contact page provides an email address for you to reach us. If you send us an email, we will process the personal data contained in that email (your name, email address, and message content) solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not store contact form submissions in any database on our website.
3. How and Why We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis (GDPR Art. 6) |
|---|---|---|
| Store your cookie preferences | Cookie consent cookie | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) — essential for website operation and legal compliance |
| Understand how visitors use our site (anonymized analytics) | Anonymized usage data via GA4 | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) — analytics cookies are only set after you accept them via our cookie banner |
| Ensure website security and prevent abuse | IP address, request data (via Wordfence and server logs) | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) — protecting the website and its users |
| Deliver and optimize website performance | Technical data (via LiteSpeed Cache) | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) — providing a fast, reliable user experience |
| Respond to your inquiries | Name, email, message content (only if you contact us) | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) — responding to your request |
We do not use your data for profiling, automated decision-making, or targeted advertising.
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may process data on our behalf:
| Service | Provider | Purpose | Data Processed | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics 4 | Google LLC (USA) | Website analytics (anonymized) | Anonymized IP, usage data, device info | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Fonts | Google LLC (USA) | Font delivery | IP address (when fonts are loaded from Google servers) | Google Privacy Policy |
| LiteSpeed Cache / QUIC.cloud | LiteSpeed Technologies (USA) | Caching, performance optimization, CDN | Technical request data | LiteSpeed Privacy Policy |
| Wordfence | Defiant Inc. (USA) | Website security, firewall, malware scanning | IP address, request data | Wordfence Privacy Policy |
| WPConsent | WPConsent (USA) | Cookie consent management | Consent preferences | WPConsent Privacy Policy |
| WordPress.org | Automattic Inc. (USA) | Content Management System | None directly (self-hosted) | Automattic Privacy Policy |
| Hostinger | Hostinger International Ltd. (Lithuania/EU) | Web hosting | Server logs (IP, user-agent, URLs) | Hostinger Privacy Policy |
Rank Math (SEO plugin) operates entirely server-side and does not collect or process any visitor personal data.
5. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers are based in the United States. Transfers of personal data to the USA are protected by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF), for which the European Commission adopted an adequacy decision on July 10, 2023 (Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2023/1795). This means the European Commission has determined that the United States provides an adequate level of data protection for certified organizations under the DPF.
Google LLC is a certified participant in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. You can verify certifications at dataprivacyframework.gov.
Hostinger International Ltd. is established in the EU (Lithuania), so data processed by Hostinger does not involve international transfers outside the EEA.
6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Cookie consent preferences | 30 days (then the cookie banner reappears) |
| Google Analytics data | 14 months (GA4 default retention period) |
| Server logs | As determined by our hosting provider (typically 30-90 days) |
| Email correspondence | As long as necessary to resolve your inquiry, then deleted |
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the GDPR. You can exercise any of these rights by contacting us at hello@gigdrift.io.
- Right of Access (Art. 15) — You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification (Art. 16) — You can ask us to correct inaccurate personal data.
- Right to Erasure (Art. 17) — You can ask us to delete your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to Restriction (Art. 18) — You can ask us to restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability (Art. 20) — You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object (Art. 21) — You can object to processing based on legitimate interest, including analytics.
- Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3)) — Where processing is based on consent (e.g., non-essential cookies), you can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences through our cookie banner.
We will respond to your request within 30 days, as required by GDPR Article 12(3).
Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe we have not handled your data correctly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. Since GigDrift is operated from Italy, the competent authority is:
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Piazza Venezia 11, 00187 Roma, Italy
Website: www.garanteprivacy.it
Email: protocollo@gpdp.it
Phone: +39 06 696771
You may also contact the supervisory authority in the EU member state where you reside.
8. Referral and Affiliate Links
GigDrift contains referral and affiliate links to third-party job platforms. When you click on a job listing and sign up through one of these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This does not influence which jobs we display or how we present them.
These third-party platforms have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to read them before signing up. GigDrift is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
9. Cookie Policy
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to ensure our website functions properly and to understand how visitors interact with our content.
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit GigDrift, a cookie banner will appear asking for your consent. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies (click “X” or dismiss the banner)
- Customize your preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer. You can also delete cookies directly from your browser settings.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They do not require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wp_consent_* | WPConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences (which categories you accepted or rejected) | 30 days |
| _lscache_vary | LiteSpeed Cache | Identifies logged-in status for serving the correct cached page version | Session |
| wfwaf-authcookie-* | Wordfence | Security authentication for the firewall | 12 hours |
Statistics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. All data is anonymized (IP anonymization enabled). These cookies are only set if you give consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated ID | 2 years |
| _ga_<container-id> | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
We do not use marketing, advertising, or profiling cookies.
10. Children’s Privacy
GigDrift is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at hello@gigdrift.io and we will delete it promptly.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:
GigDrift
Website: https://gigdrift.io
Email: hello@gigdrift.io