Privacy Policy
At HireMe, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit and interact with our website, www.hireme.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of personal and non-personal information when you use our Site. This information helps us improve our services and provide a better user experience.
a) Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you register on HireMe, we collect your name, email address, phone number, password, and other details required for account creation.
- Profile Information: If you create a job seeker or employer profile, we may collect additional information such as your resume, cover letter, work experience, skills, education, and any other information you choose to share.
- Payment Information: If you purchase any premium features or services, we may collect your billing information, such as credit card details or other payment method information.
b) Information We Automatically Collect
- Usage Data: We automatically collect data related to your use of our Site, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on the Site, and referring URLs. This data helps us analyze trends, improve the Site, and offer a more personalized experience.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to improve functionality, remember your preferences, and understand your interactions with the Site. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of the Site may not function properly without them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: We use the information to create and manage your account, connect job seekers with employers, facilitate the hiring process, and offer personalized job recommendations.
- Communication: We may contact you with updates, job opportunities, account-related information, newsletters, or promotional materials (if you have opted-in to receive such communications).
- To Improve the Site: We use usage data to enhance our services, fix bugs, improve security, and optimize the user experience.
- Security and Compliance: We use your information to monitor for and prevent fraud, security breaches, and other illegal activities. We may also use your data to comply with legal requirements and regulations.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- With Employers/Job Seekers: If you are a job seeker, your profile may be visible to potential employers. If you are an employer, your job postings may be visible to job seekers.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist in the operation of our Site (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, customer support). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to (i) comply with legal obligations, (ii) protect and defend our rights and property, or (iii) prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing related to the Site.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the security of your personal information. This includes using encryption, secure servers, and other industry-standard security practices. However, please be aware that no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and Update Your Information: You can view, correct, or update your personal information through your account settings at any time.
- Delete Your Account: You can request the deletion of your account by contacting us directly. Please note that certain data may need to be retained for legal or administrative purposes.
- Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email or by adjusting your notification preferences in your account settings.
6. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing the Site from outside the [Insert Country], please note that your information may be transferred to, processed, and stored in [Insert Country] or other countries where HireMe operates. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations.
7. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the features of the Site. We will post any updates on this page, and the effective date will be revised accordingly. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.