Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 15, 2024

This Privacy Policy explains how JobLinkHR ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information obtained from individuals ("you") who interact with our services, website, and recruitment processes. We are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact information (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
  • Professional information (resume/CV, employment history, education, skills, qualifications)
  • Identity verification information (date of birth, nationality, government ID numbers)
  • Account information (login credentials)
  • Communication records (emails, messages, call logs)
  • Interview notes and assessment results
  • References and background check information (with your consent)

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and settings
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages viewed and interaction with our website
  • Date and time of website access
  • Cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Recruitment Services: To match you with suitable job opportunities, evaluate your qualifications, and facilitate the hiring process.
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide information about opportunities, and maintain ongoing relationships.
  • Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, enhance user experience, and develop new features.
  • Legal Compliance: To fulfill legal obligations and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Security: To protect our website, services, and users from fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats.
  • With Your Consent: For any other purpose with your explicit consent.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Potential Employers: With your consent, we share your professional information with potential employers or clients seeking candidates with your qualifications.
  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as IT and system administration, hosting, email communication, and analytics.
  • Business Partners: Trusted partners who help us deliver our services or collaborate with us to provide you with better opportunities.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

We require all third parties to respect the security of your personal information and to treat it in accordance with applicable laws. We do not allow our third-party service providers to use your personal information for their own purposes.

4. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Secure network architectures
  • Access controls and authentication protocols
  • Regular security assessments
  • Staff training on data protection

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information.
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances.
  • Restriction: Request limitation of processing of your personal information.
  • Data Portability: Request transfer of your personal information to another service provider.
  • Objection: Object to processing of your personal information.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

6. International Transfers

As a global recruitment agency, we may transfer your personal information to countries outside your country of residence, including to countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information and comply with applicable data protection 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. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:

  • The duration of our ongoing relationship with you
  • Legal obligations to retain certain information
  • Statute of limitations under applicable law
  • Recommendations from data protection authorities

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

10. Contact Us

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

JobLinkHR Services Pvt. Ltd.

Tokha-7, Basundhara, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: privacy@JobLinkhr.com

Phone: +977-1-4373784

This Privacy Policy was last updated on February 15, 2024. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.