Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 4, 2024

At Careersome, your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you engage with our platform and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information you provide directly when you create an account, fill out your profile, apply for jobs, or communicate with us. This information may include:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Resume and cover letter details
• Job preferences
• Work experience and educational background

1.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about your interactions with our platform. This helps us improve your experience and may include:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages you visit on our site
• Time spent on each page
• Clickstream and navigation data

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience, analyze platform usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

1.4 AI and Machine Learning

Our platform leverages AI and machine learning to better understand your preferences and behavior, providing personalized job recommendations, analyzing trends, and improving user engagement.

1.5 Recruiter Information

If you sign up as a recruiter, we collect additional information related to your company and professional role, which may include:

• Company name
• Company email
• Recruiter’s role or job title
• Company website
• Job postings and related activities

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to offer, improve, and personalize our services, which includes:

• Processing job applications and connecting you with potential employers
• Personalizing your job search and recommendations
• Communicating with you about your account, job applications, and alerts
• Analyzing usage to enhance platform functionality
• Complying with legal requirements and enforcing our terms
• Using AI to improve service offerings

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

3.1 With Employers

When you apply for a job, we share your profile, resume, and cover letter with the employer to facilitate the application process.

3.2 With Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our platform and delivering our services.

3.3 With Recruiters

For recruiters, we may share the company’s job postings, recruiter profile, and associated information with users who apply for jobs or engage with job listings. This information will only be shared for recruitment purposes.

3.4 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

4. Data Security

We employ industry-standard measures to protect your personal information. However, no online service is entirely secure, so we cannot guarantee complete protection.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. Manage your data through your account settings or contact us for assistance. You can also opt out of marketing communications.

5.1 Account Deletion and Data Retention

You may delete your Careersome account at any time by navigating to the Profile Page and selecting 'Delete Account'. Upon account deletion, all personal data associated with your account will be permanently deleted from our active systems. Some data may be retained for legal or regulatory purposes, in accordance with our retention policies.

To delete your account, follow these steps:

• Go to your Profile Page in the app.
• Select the 'Delete Account' option.
• Confirm account deletion.

Once your account is deleted, it cannot be recovered. Any information related to your job applications and activities will also be removed.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through our website, along with an updated effective date.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please reach out to us: