Staff Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Lafayette Beauty ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Lafayette Staff mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information from users of the App.

Important: This App is intended exclusively for Lafayette Beauty staff members for work-related purposes. By using this App, you acknowledge that you are an authorized Lafayette Beauty employee.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

The App may collect and process the following work-related information:

• Staff Profile Data: Name, employee ID, contact information, job title, department
• Booking Information: Staff appointments, schedules, and booking assignments
• Leave Management: Leave requests, leave balances, absence records
• Performance Data: Staff ratings, performance reviews, and feedback
• Communication Data: Work-related messages, notifications, and internal communications
• Attendance Data: Work hours, shift information, time tracking

2.2 Technical Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Push Notification Data: OneSignal player ID for delivering work-related notifications
• Usage Data: App interaction data, feature usage, and access logs
• Network Information: IP address, connection type

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Workforce Management: Managing staff schedules, bookings, and assignments
• Leave Administration: Processing and tracking leave requests and balances
• Performance Management: Recording and managing staff performance ratings and reviews
• Internal Communication: Sending work-related notifications, updates, and messages
• App Functionality: Providing and maintaining App features and services
• Security: Ensuring authorized access and protecting company data
• Compliance: Meeting legal and regulatory requirements for employee data management

4. Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services:

4.1 OneSignal

We use OneSignal for push notifications to deliver work-related alerts and updates.

• Data Shared: Device identifiers, push notification tokens
• Purpose: Sending timely work-related notifications
• Privacy Policy: https://onesignal.com/privacy_policy

4.2 Web Application Backend

The App connects to Lafayette Beauty's web-based staff management system hosted at lafayettebeauty.ae. All employee data is processed and stored on our secure servers.

5. Data Storage and Security

• Storage Location: Employee data is stored on Lafayette Beauty's secure servers
• Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures including:
  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
  • Secure authentication and access controls
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to authorized personnel only
• Data Retention: Employee data is retained for the duration of employment and as required by law

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent employee information to third parties. We may share information:

• Within Lafayette Beauty: With authorized staff for legitimate business purposes
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., OneSignal) who assist in App operations
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Business Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Lafayette Beauty, employees, or others

7. Employee Rights

As a Lafayette Beauty employee, you have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact our HR department at laffayait@gmail.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking

The web-based dashboard accessed through the App may use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Session management and authentication
• Remembering user preferences
• Analytics and performance monitoring

You can manage cookie preferences through the web interface.

9. Children's Privacy

This App is intended exclusively for Lafayette Beauty employees and is not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. International Data Transfers

Lafayette Beauty operates in the United Arab Emirates. By using the App, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with UAE data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify employees of any material changes through:

• In-app notifications
• Email communications
• Updates to this document with a new "Last Updated" date