At JobsPassport, we are fully committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users based in the European Union (EU). We take data privacy and security seriously, ensuring that we handle your personal information responsibly and transparently.
This page outlines how we manage and protect the personal data of candidates, employers, and service providers, ensuring our platform remains GDPR-compliant at every stage.
Our GDPR Principles
JobsPassport follows these core principles to ensure that your personal data is handled in accordance with GDPR regulations:
Data Minimization
We only collect the personal data necessary for providing our services to you. Whether you're a candidate seeking job opportunities, an employer looking to hire, or a service provider offering assistance, we ensure that data collection is limited to what is required for these services.
- For Candidates: We collect data such as work experience, educational qualifications, and contact details to help connect you with global job opportunities.
- For Employers & Service Providers: We collect data relevant to managing your accounts and facilitating your interaction with candidates.
Right to Access & Portability
Under GDPR, you have the right to access your personal data. At JobsPassport, you can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. If you need this data in a portable, machine-readable format, we can provide it in compliance with GDPR’s data portability requirements.
- How to Access Your Data: Simply log into your account to view your data, or reach out to us for a copy in a portable format.
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
We understand the importance of your privacy. If you no longer want your personal data stored with us, you can request its deletion at any time. This is your Right to Erasure, often referred to as the Right to be Forgotten.
- How to Request Deletion:c You can request that your personal data be deleted from our systems by contacting our data protection team. Once we receive your request, we will promptly remove your data unless required by law to retain it.
Data Security
At JobsPassport, we implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Your personal information is encrypted and stored securely, both in transit and at rest.
- Security Measures: We use advanced encryption protocols, firewalls, and secure storage solutions to safeguard your information.
5. Data Breach Notifications
In the unlikely event of a data breach, JobsPassport will act swiftly and transparently. We are required to notify affected individuals and the relevant authorities within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, in line with GDPR regulations.
- Our Response: If a breach occurs, we will immediately inform affected users, explain the nature of the breach, and provide guidance on steps to protect your personal data.
6. Consent
Your consent is important to us. JobsPassport ensures that explicit consent is obtained before collecting, processing, or sharing your personal data. This is particularly relevant for candidates when submitting resumes, employers when posting jobs, and service providers when listing their services.
- Opt-In Approach: When signing up or submitting information on our platform, you will always be given clear options to opt-in and consent to data collection and usage.
- Withdrawal of Consent: If at any time you wish to withdraw your consent, you can do so by updating your account settings or contacting us directly.
How We Protect Your Privacy
At JobsPassport, privacy is at the heart of everything we do. We’ve implemented processes and tools to ensure that your data is handled with care, in compliance with GDPR requirements:
- Transparent Data Handling: You have full visibility into the personal data we collect and how we use it.
- Regular Audits & Compliance Checks: We regularly review our data protection practices to ensure ongoing compliance with GDPR.
- Secure Communication: We use SSL/TLS encryption for secure communication between you and our platform.
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a user of JobsPassport, you have the following rights under GDPR:
- Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: If your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections at any time.
- Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we process your data.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You can object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy or GDPR compliance, feel free to reach out to our Data Protection Officer (DPO):
Email: dpo@jobspassport.com
We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and ensuring that your rights are fully respected.
At JobsPassport, we are dedicated to building a platform that respects your privacy and empowers you with control over your data. Your trust matters to us, and we will continue to prioritize your security and data protection.