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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 1 June 2025
Effective Date: 1 June 2025
1. Introduction
4Purpose is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with European data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect the personal data of job seekers (“candidates”), clients (“employers”), and website visitors.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect:
- Candidate Data:
- Contact details (name, email, phone, address).
- Professional information (CV, work history, education, skills, references).
- Client/Employer Data:
- Business contact details (name, job title, company address).
- Job descriptions and requirements.
3. How We Collect Data
- Directly from you (e.g., CV submissions, applications, emails).
- From third parties (e.g., job boards, LinkedIn, references).
- Publicly available sources (e.g., professional social media).
4. Purposes of Processing
We use your data to:
- Match candidates with job opportunities.
- Verify qualifications and conduct background/reference checks (with consent).
- Communicate about job openings and recruitment processes.
- Improve our services and website.
- Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, immigration laws).
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we rely on:
- Contractual necessity: To fulfill recruitment services.
- Legitimate interests: Matching candidates/employers, improving services.
- Consent: For sensitive data (e.g., health information) or marketing.
- Legal obligation: To comply with employment or tax laws.
7. Data Sharing and Recipients
We may share data with:
- Employers/Clients: To facilitate job placements.
- Third-Party Service Providers:
- IT/cloud storage providers (e.g., encrypted databases).
- Legal/government authorities if required by law.
- International Transfers:
- Data transferred outside the EEA is protected via GDPR safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data:
- For candidates: Up to [e.g., 1 year] after last contact (to notify you of future roles) or as required by law.
- For clients: Duration of the business relationship + [e.g., 1 year] for legal/tax compliance.
- Data is securely deleted or anonymized after retention periods.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website does not use cookies
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your data.
- Restrict processing or object to direct marketing.
- Data portability (receive your data in a structured format).
- Withdraw consent (where applicable).
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., your local DPA).
To exercise these rights, contact us at [info@4purpose.eu].
11. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data.
- Regular security audits.
- Staff training on data protection.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on our website. Significant changes will be notified via email or a website notice.
13. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding your data:
Email: [info@4purpose.eu]
This policy is effective as of 1st of June 2025. By using our services, you acknowledge you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.