Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account on our platform
• Create or update your professional profile
• Apply for jobs through our platform
• Contact us for customer support or inquiries
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities

This information may include:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Professional experience, skills, and qualifications
• Educational background and certifications
• Resume and cover letter content
• Location and work preferences
• Salary expectations and employment history

Automatic Information Collection

We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns when you use our platform:

• IP address, browser type, and operating system
• Device information including device ID and screen resolution
• Pages visited, time spent on our platform, and click patterns
• Referral sources and search terms used to find our platform
• Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies

Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

• Social media platforms when you connect your accounts
• Professional networking sites like LinkedIn
• Background check providers (with your consent)
• Reference providers and former employers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various legitimate business purposes, including:

Platform Services

• Providing and maintaining our job matching services
• Creating personalized job recommendations using our AI algorithm
• Facilitating communication between job seekers and employers
• Processing job applications and managing your account

Communication

• Sending you job alerts and match notifications
• Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
• Sending administrative information about your account
• Delivering marketing communications (with your consent)

Improvement and Analytics

• Analyzing platform usage to improve our services
• Conducting research and development for new features
• Optimizing user experience and interface design
• Training and improving our AI matching algorithms

Legal and Security

• Preventing fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Complying with legal obligations and regulations
• Protecting our rights and the rights of our users
• Enforcing our terms of service and policies

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Employers

When you apply for a job or express interest in a position, we share relevant profile information with the employer, including:

• Your resume, cover letter, and application materials
• Professional experience and qualifications
• Contact information for interview scheduling
• Match score and compatibility assessment

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our platform:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Payment processing and billing services
• Email delivery and communication services
• Analytics and performance monitoring tools
• Customer support and help desk platforms

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal process, court orders, or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Investigate potential violations of our terms of service
• Respond to claims of illegal activity or rights infringement

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

4. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL protocols
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest using AES-256
• Secure cloud infrastructure with redundant backups
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Multi-factor authentication for account access

Administrative Safeguards

• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
• Regular security training for all staff members
• Incident response procedures for security breaches
• Data retention policies and secure disposal procedures

Physical Safeguards

• Secure data centers with restricted physical access
• Environmental controls and monitoring systems
• Secure disposal of hardware containing sensitive data

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have various rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Request access to your personal information
• Obtain a copy of your data in a portable format
• Review how we process your information

Correction and Updates

• Update or correct inaccurate personal information
• Modify your profile and preferences at any time
• Request correction of incomplete data

Deletion and Restriction

• Request deletion of your personal information
• Restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Communication Preferences

• Opt out of marketing communications
• Control job alert frequency and types
• Manage notification preferences

Account Control

• Deactivate or delete your account
• Control profile visibility to employers
• Block specific companies from viewing your profile

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and fulfill our contractual obligations
• Comply with legal requirements and resolve disputes
• Maintain business records for legitimate purposes
• Improve our services and develop new features

Specific retention periods:

• Active accounts: Data retained while account is active plus 3 years
• Inactive accounts: Data deleted after 5 years of inactivity
• Application data: Retained for 7 years for legal compliance
• Marketing data: Deleted within 30 days of opt-out request

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Adequacy decisions from relevant data protection authorities
• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory bodies
• Certification under recognized privacy frameworks
• Implementation of additional technical and organizational measures

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies

• Essential cookies: Required for platform functionality
• Performance cookies: Help us improve our services
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences
• Marketing cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly and may suspend the associated account.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

• Notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification
• Post the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
• Provide a summary of key changes when material updates occur
• Obtain your consent for changes that materially affect your rights

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Data Protection Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not addressed your privacy concerns adequately.

12. Additional Regional Rights

California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

European Residents (GDPR)

European residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right to access and data portability
• Right to rectification and erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent