Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Democruit ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, mobile application, and use our services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Service. We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Register for an account
• Create a profile or resume
• Apply for jobs or post job listings
• Contact us directly
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Professional information (work history, education, skills)
• Resume and portfolio materials
• Profile photos and other uploaded content
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Service, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our Service
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

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

• Providing and maintaining our Service
• Creating and managing user accounts
• Facilitating job matching and recruitment processes
• Processing payments and transactions
• Sending administrative and promotional communications
• Improving our Service and user experience
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends
• Preventing fraud and ensuring security
• Complying with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 With Employers and Job Seekers

When you apply for jobs or post job listings, relevant information from your profile may be shared with potential employers or job seekers to facilitate the recruitment process.

4.2 With Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, including payment processors, email service providers, and analytics services.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

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

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

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We may also retain information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how you use our Service
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Improve our Service performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

We may also use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how users interact with our Service. These services may collect information about your use of our Service and other websites.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer your information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

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