Effective Date: 20-July-2023
At Haystek Technologies, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users’ personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use and safeguard that information, and the choices you have regarding your personal data. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
1. Information We Collect:
1.1 Personal Information:
We may collect personal information from you when you visit our website, engage with our services, or communicate with us. This information may include but is not limited to:
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Employment history and qualifications
- Resume or CV
- Payment information
1.2 Non-Personal Information:
We may also collect non-personal information, such as browser type, operating system, IP address, and website usage data. This information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.
2. Use of Information:
2.1 Personal Information:
We may use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our services
- Responding to your inquiries and communicating with you
- Processing payments and invoicing
- Evaluating and selecting candidates for employment opportunities
- Complying with legal obligations
- Preventing fraud and ensuring the security of our website and services
2.2 Non-Personal Information:
We use non-personal information to analyze trends, administer our website, track user movements, and gather demographic information for internal purposes. This information helps us improve our website, services, and overall user experience.
3. Data Sharing:
3.1 Third-Party Service Providers:
We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as payment processors, background check providers, or hosting services. These service providers are contractually bound to handle your data securely and only for the purposes specified by us.
3.2 Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a court order or subpoena.
3.3 Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website if such an event occurs.
3.4 Promotional Emails and SBA Data:
We may use SBA data to send promotional emails to small businesses that may benefit from our services. By providing your personal information to us, you consent to receive such promotional emails. You have the option to opt out of receiving these emails by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the email or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of receiving promotional emails, we may still send you non-promotional messages regarding your use of our services.
4. Data Security:
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Choices and Rights:
5.1 Updating or Deleting Your Information:
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may do so by contacting us using the contact information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy. Please note that certain data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.
5.2 Opting Out:
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters by following the instructions provided in the email or by contacting us directly. However, please note that we may still send you non-promotional messages regarding your use of our services.
6. Children’s Privacy:
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete that information.
7. Updates to this Privacy Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated Privacy Policy will be effective upon posting on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information.
8. Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us
Please note that this Privacy Policy applies solely to the information collected by Haystek Technologies and does not cover any third-party websites or services linked to or from our website. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing them with your personal information.
