Privacy Policy

EducatedUS Jobs (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website jobs.educatedus.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password
Profile Information: Professional details, work experience, skills, and career preferences you choose to share
Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and location details when provided
Job Application Data: Information submitted when applying for positions through our platform
Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and feedback you send to us

Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Data: How you interact with our website, pages visited, time spent, and features used
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies

Information from Third Parties

Job Boards and Partners: Job listings and related data from our partner employers and job boards
Social Media: Information from social media platforms when you choose to connect your accounts
Public Sources: Publicly available professional information to enhance job matching

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Provision

Provide and maintain our job search platform
Match you with relevant job opportunities
Process job applications and facilitate connections with employers
Send job alerts and notifications based on your preferences

Communication

Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Send important updates about our services
Deliver newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)

Improvement and Analytics

Analyze website usage to improve our services
Conduct research and analytics to enhance user experience
Develop new features and functionality

Legal and Security

Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Employers

When you apply for jobs, relevant profile information is shared with potential employers
Job application materials are transmitted to hiring companies
Professional information may be visible to recruiters with your consent

Service Providers

Third-party service providers who assist in operating our website and services
Analytics providers to help us understand website usage
Email service providers for communications
Cloud storage providers for data hosting

Legal Requirements

When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
In connection with investigations of fraud or other illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication procedures
Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate personal information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format

Communication Preferences

Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
Job Alerts: Modify or disable job alert preferences in your account settings
Cookie Preferences: Adjust cookie settings through your browser

Account Management

Profile Visibility: Control who can see your profile information
Application History: Access and manage your job application records
Account Deletion: Delete your account and associated data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality
Enable account login and security features
Remember your preferences and settings

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website
Provide insights for improving our services
Track website performance and user engagement

Marketing Cookies

Deliver personalized content and advertisements
Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
Enable social media features and integrations

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specific retention periods include:

Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after closure
Job Applications: Maintained for the duration of the application process and as required by employers
Usage Data: Typically retained for up to 2 years for analytics purposes
Communication Records: Kept for customer service and legal compliance purposes

International Data Transfers

Our services are primarily focused on the UK job market, but we may transfer your information internationally to service providers and partners. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Sending email notifications to registered users
Displaying prominent notifications on our platform

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@educatedus.com
Website: jobs.educatedus.com/contact

For data protection inquiries specifically, please use the subject line “Privacy Policy Inquiry” to ensure prompt handling of your request.

Regulatory Information

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the GDPR.