Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TEKtalent.tech ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website tektalent.tech and use our recruitment services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register on our website
• Submit a job application or resume
• Contact us for recruitment services
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Fill out a contact form

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
• Professional information (resume, CV, work history, qualifications)
• Educational background
• Employment preferences and salary expectations
• References and professional recommendations

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Match candidates with suitable job opportunities
• Communicate with you about recruitment services
• Process job applications and conduct candidate assessments
• Verify qualifications and conduct background checks (with consent)
• Send newsletters and marketing communications (with consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data based on:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for recruitment purposes
• Contract: Processing is necessary for a contract we have with you
• Legitimate interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., improving services)
• Legal obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with the law

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

5.1 Employers and Clients

We share candidate information with potential employers and clients for recruitment purposes, always with your consent.

5.2 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Background check providers
• Email service providers
• Web hosting and analytics services
• Payment processors

5.3 Legal Requirements

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

6. International Data Transfers

As a global recruitment agency operating across CIS, Africa, Middle East, and Latin America, we may transfer your personal data to countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Active candidate data is typically retained for:

• Active candidates: During active job search plus 2 years
• Client data: Duration of business relationship plus 7 years
• Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@tektalent.tech

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@tektalent.tech
• Website: tektalent.tech/contact
• Address: [Your Company Address]