Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number)
• Professional information (work history, skills, education)
• Resume and career-related documents
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
• Communication preferences and settings

We also automatically collect certain information when you use our service, including usage data, device information, and analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our career development services
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Process payments and manage your account
• Communicate with you about our services
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal requirements or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With trusted service providers who assist in our operations
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our services

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

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

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@careerzoom.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how you use our service
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service may integrate with third-party services, including:

• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
• Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
• Cloud storage services (AWS, Google Cloud)
• Communication tools (SendGrid, Twilio)

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions
• Other appropriate safeguards

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Emailing you directly
• Posting a notice on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

Your continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@careerzoom.com
• Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
• Address: 123 Career Street, NY 10001