Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 28, 2025

JobsRead.com (“JobsRead,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your information when you use JobsRead.com and any of our related services, including browsing job listings, creating an account, applying to jobs, subscribing to updates, or contacting us.

We encourage you to read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using JobsRead.com, you agree to the practices described herein. If you do not agree, please discontinue using our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several categories of information to provide a tailored and secure job-seeking experience:

a) Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: Name, email, phone number, location, and account preferences.
  • Profile/Resume Data: Education history, work experience, skills, certifications, professional links (e.g., LinkedIn, portfolio).
  • Job Applications: Information shared when applying to a job through JobsRead, including resumes, cover letters, references, and answers to application questions.
  • Communication: Messages you send us through contact forms, email, or chat.
  • Payment Information (if applicable): For premium services, subscription plans, or advertising purchases, we collect billing details (processed securely via third-party providers).

b) Information Collected Automatically

  • Device & Browser Data: IP address, operating system, browser type, and device identifiers.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, search queries, clicks on job postings, and referral sources.
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: To improve performance, remember preferences, personalize experiences, and deliver relevant ads.

c) Information From Third Parties

  • Employers & Recruiters: We may receive information when you apply to jobs or when employers import candidate data.
  • Third-Party Integrations: LinkedIn, Google, or other services you connect with JobsRead.
  • Publicly Available Sources: Professional profiles or publicly accessible data relevant to your career.

2. How We Use Your Information

JobsRead uses your data for the following purposes:

  1. Account Management: To create, maintain, and secure your JobsRead profile.
  2. Job Matching: To recommend relevant job opportunities and allow employers to find your profile.
  3. Application Processing: To transmit your applications to employers and notify you about status updates.
  4. Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide updates, send job alerts, and notify you about new features.
  5. Service Improvement: To analyze usage trends, measure performance, and optimize our platform.
  6. Marketing & Personalization: To deliver relevant job alerts, newsletters, and career-related promotions (with your consent where required).
  7. Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, prevent fraud, ensure safety, and enforce terms.

3. Sharing & Disclosure of Information

We only share your data when necessary and with transparency:

  • With Employers & Recruiters: When you apply to a job or make your profile visible, employers can view your resume, application materials, and contact details.
  • With Service Providers: Third-party vendors that provide hosting, analytics, payment processing, communication, and customer support.
  • With Affiliates & Partners: Career platforms, training providers, or job boards we collaborate with (only if you opt-in).
  • Legal Obligations: When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order.
  • Business Transfers: In case of mergers, acquisitions, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the new entity.

We do not sell personal data for monetary gain.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

JobsRead uses cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you signed in.
  • Save your job search preferences.
  • Personalize job recommendations.
  • Track analytics to improve site performance.
  • Deliver relevant job-related ads.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes or legal requirements:

  • Inactive Accounts: Profiles may be deleted after prolonged inactivity (e.g., 24 months).
  • Applications: Retained as long as required by employers or until you delete them.
  • Legal Records: Retained in compliance with tax, audit, or regulatory obligations.

You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

  • Access & Portability: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request removal of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
  • Objection: Opt out of direct marketing or certain processing activities.
  • Withdraw Consent: Revoke permissions you granted earlier.

Residents of the EU/EEA (GDPR) and California (CCPA/CPRA) have enhanced privacy rights, which JobsRead complies with.

To exercise these rights, contact us at JobsRead.com@gmail.com.

7. Security of Your Data

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.
  • Access Controls: Restricted access to authorized personnel only.
  • Monitoring: Security monitoring to detect potential threats.
  • Best Practices: Regular updates, patches, and audits.

However, no system is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining strong passwords and securing your account.

8. Children’s Privacy

JobsRead.com is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access JobsRead outside of your home country, your data may be processed in regions where privacy laws differ from your jurisdiction. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses).

10. Your Choices & Controls

You can manage your privacy in several ways:

  • Profile Settings: Control visibility of your resume and applications.
  • Email Preferences: Opt in/out of newsletters, job alerts, and updates.
  • Cookie Management: Adjust preferences via browser or cookie banner.
  • Account Deletion: Request permanent account removal by contacting us.

11. Third-Party Links & Services

JobsRead may contain links to third-party websites, employers’ application portals, or training resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal data.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, laws, or practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Significant changes may also be communicated via email or site notification.

13. Contact Us

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

JobsRead.com
✉️ Email: JobsRead.com@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.jobsread.com