Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 11, 2025

1. Introduction

The Ai Candidate ("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 use our platform and services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name, email address, and contact information
  • Account credentials (username and password)
  • Professional information (resume, work history, skills, education)
  • Payment and billing information
  • Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Location information (with your permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

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

  • Providing, maintaining, and improving our services
  • Personalizing your experience and providing AI-powered recommendations
  • Processing payments and managing subscriptions
  • Communicating with you about updates, offers, and support
  • Analyzing usage patterns to enhance platform functionality
  • Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. AI and Data Processing

Our platform uses artificial intelligence to analyze your professional information and provide personalized career guidance. This involves processing your resume, skills, and preferences through our AI algorithms. We implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is processed securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
  • Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform
  • Business transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Aggregate data: Anonymized, non-personally identifiable data for analytics

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for platform functionality
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Marketing cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)

7. 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, secure socket layer technology, and regular security assessments.

8. 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 by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days.

9. Your Rights and Choices

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

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Objection: Object to certain data processing activities

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

12. Third-Party Links

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

13. 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.

14. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@theaicandidate.com

Address: 123 AI Street, Tech Valley, CA 94000