Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Electric Vehicle Job Board

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information obtained through our electric vehicle industry job board platform. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and handling personal data in compliance with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.

By using our Platform, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Platform.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, password, location, professional experience, education, skills, and other profile details.

Job Application Information: Cover letters, resumes, qualifications, work history, and other job-related details you provide when applying for positions.

Employment Posting Data: For employers, we collect company information, job descriptions, requirements, compensation details, and contact information.

Communications: Messages, emails, chat conversations, and other communications you send through our Platform.

Automatically Collected Information: We automatically collect IP addresses, browser type, device information, access times, pages viewed, search queries, and usage patterns.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze Platform usage.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Creating and managing user accounts

  • Facilitating job matching between employers and candidates

  • Processing job applications and communications

  • Sending relevant job alerts and notifications

  • Improving Platform functionality and user experience

  • Conducting analytics and research on EV industry employment trends

  • Ensuring Platform security and preventing fraud

  • Complying with legal obligations and responding to legal requests

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Employers and Recruiters: We share candidate profiles and application materials with employers posting relevant positions, subject to candidate consent.

Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist with Platform operations, including hosting, analytics, and customer support.

Business Partners: We may share aggregated, anonymized data with research organizations studying EV workforce trends.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, legal process, or government requests.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred to the new entity.

We do not sell personal information to third parties for commercial purposes without explicit consent.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest

  • Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel

  • Regular security updates and monitoring

  • Secure data storage in compliance with industry standards

  • Employee training on data protection practices

Despite these measures, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Objection: Object to certain processing activities
Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us using the methods provided in your account settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for up to 7 years after account closure
Application Data: Retained for the duration of the recruitment process and up to 2 years thereafter
Communications: Retained for up to 3 years for customer service purposes
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for research purposes

8. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. 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.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify users of material changes through email or prominent notices on our Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Geographic-Specific Provisions

European Union Users: Under GDPR, we process personal data based on legitimate interests, consent, or contractual necessity. You have additional rights including the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.

California Residents: Under CCPA, you have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt-out of sale of personal information.

Other Jurisdictions: We comply with applicable local privacy laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we operate.

12. Cookies Policy

We use essential cookies for Platform functionality, analytics cookies to understand usage patterns, and preference cookies to remember your settings. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.

13. Third-Party Services

Our Platform may integrate with third-party services for enhanced functionality. This Privacy Policy does not cover third-party practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

14. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact our support team through your account dashboard or the contact methods provided during account registration.

Data Controller: Our organization serves as the data controller for personal information processed through the Platform.