1. Introduction
Welcome to Eteego, a job platform owned and operated by Reapool Limited, a UK-registered company (Company No: 10157150) and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website and use our services.
2. Data We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password, and company details (for employers).
- Job Seeker Information: Resume, employment history, skills, and job preferences.
- Employer Information: Company name, job listings, and hiring preferences.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website activity.
- Communication Data: Any messages sent via our platform, emails, and customer support inquiries.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your data to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our job platform.
- Facilitate job applications and hiring processes.
- Send job alerts, career advice, and updates.
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure the security of our platform.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you sign up for an account or subscribe to job alerts.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations to job seekers and employers.
- Legitimate Interests: To enhance user experience and improve our services.
- Legal Obligation: When required by law, such as compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
- Employers and recruiters when you apply for a job.
- Third-party service providers for hosting, analytics, and payment processing.
- Legal authorities if required by law or for fraud prevention.
6. International Data Transfers
Eteego is hosted on shared hosting via Namecheap’s US data center. The United States is not considered an "adequate" country under GDPR, meaning additional safeguards are required to ensure data protection. Namecheap provides shared hosting services with security features such as:
- Data Encryption: Namecheap implements SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission.
- Server Security Measures: Firewalls, DDoS protection, and regular security patches are applied to mitigate threats.
- Access Controls: Limited access to hosting infrastructure through authentication protocols.
- Compliance with Data Protection Policies: Namecheap follows industry security standards but does not provide GDPR-specific Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) by default.
To ensure GDPR compliance, we have implemented:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): To regulate data transfers between the UK/EU and the US.
- Additional Security Measures: Including data encryption and monitoring.
- User Consent Mechanisms: Informing users about the data storage location and obtaining explicit consent where necessary.
By using our services, you acknowledge that your data may be processed and stored in the United States under these safeguards.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services. Specifically:
- For Job Seekers: Data may be retained for up to 2 years from the last activity or interaction unless the user requests deletion or there is another legal or contractual obligation.
- For Employers: Data may be retained for up to 1 year after the last job posting or interaction, unless there are specific legal or contractual reasons to retain it longer.
If a user becomes inactive for a period of time (e.g., 1-2 years), we will either anonymize or delete their data, unless they request otherwise or there is a legal requirement to retain it.
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your data.
- Rectify inaccurate data.
- Request data deletion.
- Restrict processing.
- Object to data processing.
- Request data portability.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@reapool.co.uk.
9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for analytics, security, and user experience improvements. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
10. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure, including:
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption.
- Firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
- Regular security audits and vulnerability testing.
- Data minimization practices to limit unnecessary data collection.
11. Contact Us
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
Reapool Limited
West Studios,
Sheffield Road,
Derbyshire, S41 7LL
Contact Info:
+44 (0)1246 923497
hello@reapool.co.uk
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify users of significant updates.
By using Eteego, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
