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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2024

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kalbela Jobs ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By accessing or using Kalbela Jobs, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our platform, including job seekers, employers, and visitors to our website. We may update this policy from time to time, and we will notify you of any significant changes.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and contact information
  • Resume, CV, and professional qualifications
  • Work experience, education, and skills
  • Profile photos and professional headshots
  • Job preferences and career objectives
  • Company information for employer accounts

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our services:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Usage data, including pages visited and time spent
  • Location data (with your permission)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as social media platforms when you connect your accounts or from background check services with your consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

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

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our job portal services
  • Job Matching: To match job seekers with relevant opportunities and employers with suitable candidates
  • Communication: To send you updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
  • Personalization: To customize your experience and provide personalized recommendations
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
  • Marketing: To send promotional materials and job alerts (with your consent)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Employers

When you apply for jobs, we share your profile information with relevant employers. You control what information is visible in your public profile.

4.2 Service Providers

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

  • Cloud hosting and data storage providers
  • Email and communication services
  • Analytics and marketing platforms
  • Payment processing services

4.3 Legal Requirements

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

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Investigate potential violations of our terms
  • Prevent fraud or security threats

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Measures Include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure data storage with encryption at rest
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Incident response procedures

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your data using industry-standard practices.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website usage and performance
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your information
  • Objection: Object to certain types of processing
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Note: Some rights may be limited by applicable laws or our legitimate business interests. We will explain any limitations when responding to your request.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Retention Periods:

  • Active Accounts: Information is retained while your account is active
  • Inactive Accounts: Data may be retained for up to 3 years after account deactivation
  • Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
  • Legitimate Interests: Data may be retained for fraud prevention and security purposes

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Bangladesh. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

Safeguards for International Transfers:

  • Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
  • Adequacy decisions by data protection authorities
  • Certification schemes and codes of conduct
  • Your explicit consent where required

We will take all reasonable steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information from our systems promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

When we make significant changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you via email or through our platform
  • Provide a summary of key changes
  • Give you the opportunity to review the updated policy

Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

General Inquiries

+880 1234 567890
123 Business District
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Data Protection Officer

Response within 30 days

Important: When contacting us about privacy matters, please include your full name, email address associated with your account, and a detailed description of your request or concern.