Data Protection

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 27, 2025

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information

Introduction

Welcome to Swadeshi Job, operated by Scan Consultancy ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile application, and services (collectively, the "Platform"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

By using Swadeshi Job, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Platform.

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Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you register or use our services, we may collect:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password
  • Profile Information: Education, work experience, skills, certifications, resume/CV
  • Job Application Data: Cover letters, application responses, preferences
  • Employer Information: Company name, job postings, recruitment preferences
  • Payment Information: Billing details for paid services (processed securely through payment gateways)
  • Communication Data: Messages, emails, support inquiries
  • Course Enrollment: Educational background, course preferences, learning progress

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Platform, we automatically collect:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, search queries, features used
  • Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
  • Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies
  • Log Data: Server logs, error reports, access times

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Social media platforms (if you connect your accounts)
  • Background verification services (for employers)
  • Analytics and advertising partners
  • Public databases and directories
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How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide Our Services

  • Create and manage your account
  • Match job seekers with relevant opportunities
  • Enable communication between employers and candidates
  • Process course enrollments and deliver training
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

To Improve and Personalize

  • Personalize job recommendations and search results
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our Platform
  • Develop new features and services
  • Conduct research and analytics

For Marketing and Communications

  • Send job alerts and notifications
  • Provide updates about our services
  • Send promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Conduct surveys and gather feedback

For Security and Legal Compliance

  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Enforce our Terms and Conditions
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect rights and safety of users
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Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 With Employers and Recruiters

When you apply for a job or make your profile searchable, we share your information with relevant employers and recruiters. This includes your resume, contact details, work history, and application responses.

3.2 With Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Payment processing and billing
  • Cloud hosting and data storage
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Email and communication services
  • Customer support tools
  • Background verification services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal process, court orders, or government requests
  • Enforce our Terms and Conditions
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activities
  • Protect the rights and safety of our users

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and the choices you may have.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent or at your direction.

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until deleted or expired).

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the Platform to function properly. Enable core features like login, security, and session management.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our Platform, which pages are popular, and where improvements are needed.

Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences, settings, and login information to provide a personalized experience.

Advertising Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness (with your consent).

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Platform. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can modify settings to decline cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

Other Tracking Technologies

We also use:

  • Web Beacons: Small graphics that track email opens and user behavior
  • Pixel Tags: Used to measure advertising effectiveness
  • Local Storage: To store preferences and improve performance
  • Analytics Tools: Google Analytics and similar services to understand usage patterns
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Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Our Security Measures Include:

  • Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
  • Secure data storage with encryption at rest
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Incident response and breach notification procedures
  • Regular backup and disaster recovery plans

Important Security Notice

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

What You Can Do:

  • Use a strong, unique password for your account
  • Enable two-factor authentication if available
  • Keep your login credentials confidential
  • Log out from shared or public devices
  • Report suspicious activity immediately
  • Keep your contact information updated
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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 or permitted by law.

Retention Periods:

  • Active Accounts: Information is retained while your account is active
  • Inactive Accounts: Data may be retained for up to 2 years after last activity
  • Job Applications: Retained for 1 year or as specified by employers
  • Course Records: Retained for certification and accreditation purposes
  • Transaction Data: Retained for tax and accounting requirements (typically 7 years)
  • Legal Holds: Data may be retained longer if required for legal proceedings

Data Deletion:

When you delete your account or we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize your data, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.

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Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location, these rights may include:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Right to Correct

Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information

Right to Delete

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format

Right to Object

Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes

Right to Restrict

Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

Right to Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

How to Exercise Your Rights:

To exercise any of these rights, please:

We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may require verification of your identity before processing requests.

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Third-Party Links and Services

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

Third-Party Responsibility

When you click on third-party links or use third-party services, their own privacy policies apply. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

Third-Party Services We Use:

  • Payment processors (for secure payment handling)
  • Analytics providers (Google Analytics, etc.)
  • Social media platforms (for social login and sharing)
  • Cloud service providers (for hosting and storage)
  • Email service providers
  • Customer support tools
9

Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Age Requirement

If you are under 18, please do not use our Platform or provide any personal information. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at info@swadesijob.com.

10

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country.

We primarily store and process data within India. However, some of our service providers may be located in other countries. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

By using our Platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to India and other countries where we or our service providers operate.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You:

  • Post the updated policy on our Platform with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Send email notifications for material changes
  • Display a prominent notice on our Platform
  • Require acceptance of new terms before continued use (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our Platform after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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Contact Us

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

Scan Consultancy (Swadeshi Job)

3rd Floor, Savitri Bhawan, Near Hotel Yashwee International,
Kashidih Straight Mile Road, Sakchi, Jamshedpur - 831001, Jharkhand, India

+91 9334008462

info@swadesijob.com

www.swadesijob.com

Data Protection Officer:

For privacy-specific inquiries, you can reach our Data Protection Officer at privacy@swadesijob.com

Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5-7 business days. For urgent matters, please mark your communication as "Urgent - Privacy Matter."

Your Privacy Matters

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. By using Swadeshi Job, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.