Privacy Policy

Chalkwell Recruitment ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our recruitment platform at chalkwellrecruitment.com and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly and information collected automatically:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password, and account type (job seeker or recruiter).
• Profile Information: CV/resume, work experience, education, skills, certifications, portfolio links, and profile photo.
• Company Information: Company name, industry, size, website, and contact details (for recruiters).
• Usage Data: Pages visited, jobs viewed, applications submitted, search queries, and interaction patterns.
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our recruitment platform
• Match job seekers with relevant vacancies and recruiters with suitable candidates
• Process applications and facilitate communication between parties
• Send notifications about application status, new matches, and platform updates
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Employers/Recruiters: When you apply for a job, your profile and application materials are shared with the relevant employer.
• Service Providers: Third parties who assist with hosting, analytics, and email delivery, bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including TLS/SSL encryption, secure data storage, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can manage most settings from your account dashboard. To request data deletion, visit Account Settings or contact us at privacy@chalkwellrecruitment.com.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain sessions, remember preferences, and analyze usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

7. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform.

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@chalkwellrecruitment.com or write to us at 12 Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria.