Privacy Policy for JobVantage
Last Updated: April 5, 2025
At JobVantage, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our website, services, or interact with us. By accessing or using JobVantage, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with the best possible experience while Connecting You to Success. The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, resume details, and other information you provide when applying for jobs or creating an account.
- Employer Information: Business name, contact details, and job posting data submitted by employers.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your experience, analyze site performance, and deliver relevant content.
You may choose not to provide certain information, but this could limit your ability to use some features of our platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Facilitate job applications and connect job seekers with employers.
- Process employer job postings and manage hiring workflows.
- Improve our services, including website functionality and user experience.
- Communicate with you, such as sending job alerts, updates, or responding to inquiries.
- Ensure the security of our platform and comply with legal obligations.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Employers: When you apply for a job, your application details are shared with the relevant employer.
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, data analysis, or payment processing, under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of JobVantage, our users, or the public.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure servers, to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security, and you share information at your own risk.
5. Your Rights and Choices
As a Canadian user, you have rights under applicable privacy laws, such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). You may:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.
- Opt out of marketing communications or job alerts at any time.
- Disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example, job application data may be kept for a reasonable period to facilitate hiring, after which it is securely deleted.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing information.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of JobVantage after changes signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy, please reach out to us at:
Email: info@jobvantage.ca
Phone: 1-800-JOB-VANT (1-800-562-8268)
Address: 123 Opportunity Lane, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, Canada
We're here to assist you in protecting your privacy while you pursue your career goals.