Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Starbloom, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency and integrity. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information. By accessing or using our platform, you acknowledge and consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our platform, website, and related services. It explains:

• What data we collect
• How we use your data
• Who we share your data with
• How we store and protect your information
• Your rights regarding your personal data

This policy applies to job applicants, employers, partners, and any individual interacting with our platform.

Information We Collect

We collect and process various types of personal and behavioral data, including but not limited to:

User-Provided Data

• Resumes, employment history, and qualifications
• Contact details (name, phone number, email, address)
• Professional experience, skills, and credentials
• Salary expectations and job preferences
• Any additional data submitted through our platform

Behavioral Data

• Clicks, page views, and time spent on platform features
• Mouse movement and general engagement metrics
• Application interactions, including job postings viewed
• Session activity and user behavior tracking

Public & Third-Party Data

• Publicly available information from sources such as LinkedIn, job boards, and professional websites
• Data from hiring partners, recruiters, and affiliated organizations
• Information obtained from background check firms and industry databases

Device & Location Data

• IP addresses, device types, and operating systems
• Geographic location data, when permitted by user settings
• Browser cookies, tracking scripts, and analytics data

How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data to:

• Match candidates with relevant job postings through AI-powered algorithms
• Enhance applicant profiles and create predictive hiring insights
• Provide compliance checks and regulatory verification
• Improve platform functionality and personalize user experiences
• Train and enhance our AI models for better recommendations
• Generate reports and analytics for workforce planning
• Securely integrate data with hiring partners and employer systems

Data Sharing & Protection

We do not sell user data. However, we may share information in the following cases:

• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authorities
• Hiring Partners & Employers: To facilitate hiring and recruitment processes
• Third-Party Service Providers: For background checks, credential verification, and compliance assessments
• Security Monitoring & Risk Assessment: To prevent fraud, unauthorized access, and platform misuse

All data is stored on secure servers with end-to-end encryption for both transit and storage. If unauthorized access occurs, we will notify affected users as soon as possible.

User Rights & Consent

By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to:

• The collection, storage, and use of your data as described
• AI-driven recommendations and automated decision-making processes
• The use of your data to improve AI models and hiring analytics
• No opt-out options for AI-driven recommendations, as they are integral to our platform
• The right to request data deletion by contacting legal@starbloom.app

If you have concerns about privacy, please reach out to us at legal@starbloom.app.

Security & Compliance Measures

We implement rigorous security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted during storage and transmission
• Secure Access: Strict access controls ensure that only authorized personnel can access user data
• Incident Response: In the event of a security breach, affected users will be promptly informed
• Compliance Adherence: Our platform is built to meet regulatory requirements in industries that demand high data security standards

Liability & Dispute Policy

• We do not guarantee employment outcomes or hiring decisions made using our platform
• Employers retain full discretion in hiring, and we make no warranties regarding the suitability of candidates
• Users cannot dispute AI-generated hiring insights, rankings, or recommendations
• Employers using our platform must comply with applicable hiring laws and regulations

International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed outside of your country of residence, including in jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection. We take all necessary precautions to ensure your information is handled in compliance with applicable regulations.

Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary for:

• Providing services to users
• Meeting legal, compliance, and security obligations
• Improving our AI models and recruitment algorithms

When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

Children’s Privacy

Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn that a minor has provided personal information, we will delete it immediately.

Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or business developments. Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of our platform signifies acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or require assistance regarding our privacy policy, please contact us:

Email: legal@starbloom.app

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