1. Introduction
TalentHub (a product of Uprety Global Business Consulting and Services) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect our data when you use our website and services. By accessing or using TalentHub, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Who are we?
TalentHub is a global job-matching platform connecting job seekers and employers, operated by Uprety Global Business Consulting and Services in Kathmandu, Nepal. We facilitate job applications, recruitment, and other professional services to help job seekers and employers meet their employment needs.
3. Who is responsible for your personal information?
TalentHub is the data controller responsible for your personal information. We determine the purposes and means of processing the personal data you provide.
4. What personal information do we collect?
We collect both personal and non-personal information to provide and improve our services.
- Personal information: When you register on our platform, we collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, job preferences, location, and resume. Employers provide similar details for job postings and account creation.
- Non-personal information: We collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior through cookies and tracking technologies.
5. Do we collect sensitive information?
We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as health data, biometric information, or financial details) unless explicitly provided by you. If sensitive data is collected, we will ask for your explicit consent to process it.
6. How do we collect personal information?
We collect information directly from you when you:
- Register or create a profile as a job seeker or employer.
- Submit a job application or post a job listing.
- Contact our support team.
- Interact with our website, including through the use of cookies.
7. What happens if we are unable to collect your personal information?
If you do not provide the necessary personal information, we may not be able to offer you certain services, including job recommendations, access to job postings, or communications with employers.
8. How do we use your personal information?
We use your personal information for several purposes, including but not limited to:
- Providing services: To create and manage your account, match you with relevant job opportunities, and facilitate employer-employee interactions.
- Job seekers: To notify you of new job postings that align with your skills and preferences.
- Employers: To enable you to post job listings, manage applications, and communicate with job seekers.
- Analytics: We analyze non-personal data to improve our website, user experience, and services.
9. Legal basis for processing data
We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent for certain data processing activities.
- Contract necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., facilitating job applications).
- Legal obligations: To comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
- Legitimate interest: For purposes such as improving our services and website functionality, provided it does not override your privacy rights.
10. Who do we share your personal information with?
We may share your personal data with third parties in the following circumstances:
- Employers: When job seekers apply for positions, their personal information is shared with employers.
- Job seekers: Employers' job postings and contact information are shared with job seekers.
- Service providers: We use third-party service providers to operate our website and deliver services, such as hosting, analytics, and payment processors. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, in response to legal processes, or to protect our legal rights.
11. When do we share your personal information overseas?
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. If your data is transferred to countries without adequate legal protections, we will ensure that proper safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses in compliance with relevant data protection laws.
12. How do we keep your information secure?
We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
13. Data breach notification
In the event of a data breach that may compromise your personal information, we will promptly notify you and relevant regulatory authorities, in compliance with applicable legal requirements. We will take all necessary steps to mitigate the breach and prevent future incidents.
14. Retention of your personal information
We retain your personal data for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
15. How do we use cookies and device data?
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and our services. These cookies help us remember your preferences, understand how you interact with our website, and deliver personalized content.
- Session cookies: These cookies expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until you delete them.
- Opt-out: You can manage cookie settings via your browser. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on the website.
16. Automated decision-making and profiling
We may use automated decision-making processes (including profiling) to match job seekers with relevant job postings. You have the right to request human intervention if you believe an automated decision has adversely affected you, and you may challenge such decisions.
17. Your rights regarding your personal information
You have the following rights under applicable data protection laws:
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
- Opt-out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
18. Right to object and data portability
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when we process data based on our legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
- Data portability: You have the right to request that we provide your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and you may transmit this data to another data controller.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@talenthub.global.
19. Withdrawal of consent
If we process your personal data based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before your withdrawal. You can withdraw your consent by contacting us at privacy@talenthub.global or by updating your preferences in your account settings.
20. Personal information requests
If you wish to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or exercise any of your other rights, please contact us at privacy@talenthub.global. We will respond to your request in compliance with applicable laws.
21. Children's privacy
TalentHub is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
22. Region-specific information
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under regional laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU or other relevant privacy laws. These laws may grant you additional rights regarding your personal information.
23. Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any websites they visit.
24. Data minimization
We are committed to collecting only the personal information necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We strive to minimize the amount of data we collect and process, in line with the principle of data minimization.
25. Do Not Track signals
Some browsers allow you to send a "Do Not Track" signal to websites. Currently, TalentHub does not respond to Do Not Track signals. We will continue to review this as the technology and regulatory standards evolve.
26. Employee access to data
Only authorized employees, contractors, or service providers with a legitimate business need have access to your personal data. These individuals are bound by confidentiality agreements and are required to handle your data responsibly.
27. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of TalentHub after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
28. Definitions
- Personal information: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
- Non-personal information: Information that cannot be used to identify an individual, such as browsing history, device data, and IP addresses.
- Data controller: The entity responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data.
29. Governing law and jurisdiction
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Nepal. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Nepal.
30. Contact information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at privacy@talenthub.global.