Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect your personal information.
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1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how appli ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our job application platform (the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices in accordance with international privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other applicable regulations.
Contact Information:
- Company: appli
- Email: [email protected]
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when using our app:
- Email Address: Collected when you subscribe to our newsletter for job opportunities and updates
- Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us for support or inquiries
- Account Information: Username and login credentials if you create an account
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
Our app automatically collects certain technical information to provide and improve our services:
- Device Information: IP address, device type, operating system version, app version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, session duration, features accessed, pages viewed, click patterns
- Technical Data: Crash reports, performance metrics, error logs, diagnostic information
2.3 Future Job Application Data
Coming Soon: When job application functionality is added, we will collect employment-related information:
- Personal Details: Full name, contact information, work authorization status
- Professional Information: Resume/CV, cover letters, work experience, education history
- Skills and Qualifications: Professional certifications, language proficiency, technical skills
- Application Data: Job preferences, salary expectations, availability, references
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Newsletter Services
Legal Basis: Consent under GDPR Article 6(1)(a)
Purpose: Sending marketing communications, job opportunity updates, and app-related news
App Functionality
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests under GDPR Article 6(1)(f)
Purpose: Providing, maintaining, securing, and improving app services
Legal Compliance
Legal Basis: Compliance with legal obligations under GDPR Article 6(1)(c)
Purpose: Responding to legal requests, regulatory compliance, and protecting legal rights
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for specific, legitimate purposes as outlined below:
4.1 Newsletter and Communications
- Send periodic newsletters containing relevant job opportunities and career insights
- Provide updates about new app features, services, and functionality improvements
- Share industry trends, career advice, and professional development resources
- Deliver personalized content based on your interests and preferences
4.2 App Operations and Improvement
- Operate, maintain, and provide core app functionality and services
- Analyze usage patterns and user behavior to enhance user experience
- Conduct research and development for new features and improvements
- Ensure app security, prevent fraud, and investigate suspicious activities
- Provide customer support and respond to user inquiries and feedback
4.3 Legal and Safety Purposes
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
- Protect our rights, property, and safety as well as those of our users
- Investigate and prevent security incidents, abuse, and policy violations
- Respond to lawful requests from public authorities and law enforcement
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have extensive rights regarding your personal information under international privacy laws:
Access & Portability
- Request copies of your personal data
- Receive data in machine-readable format
Correction & Deletion
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal data
Processing Control
- Restrict how we use your data
- Object to processing activities
Consent Management
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Unsubscribe from communications
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise these rights, you may:
- Email us at [email protected] with your specific request
- Use the unsubscribe link provided in all newsletter emails
- Contact us through the app's support feature
We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by applicable law.
Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you are in the European Union, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not properly handled your personal data.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
Newsletter Email Addresses
Until you unsubscribe or after 24 months of account inactivity
App Usage and Technical Data
12 months from collection date for analytics and improvement purposes
Support Communications
36 months from last contact for quality assurance and follow-up
Job Application Data
When implemented, typically 12-24 months or as required by employment law
After retention periods expire, we securely delete or anonymize your information using industry-standard data destruction methods.
9. Data Security and Protection
We implement comprehensive technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
Technical Safeguards
- Encryption: Data in transit protected by TLS/SSL protocols; data at rest encrypted using AES-256
- Access Controls: Multi-factor authentication and role-based access restrictions
- Security Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for vulnerabilities and threats
- Infrastructure Security: Secure cloud hosting with regular security assessments
Organizational Measures
- Staff Training: Regular privacy and security training for all personnel
- Data Governance: Clear policies for data handling and protection
- Incident Response: Comprehensive breach response procedures
- Privacy by Design: Privacy considerations integrated into system design
Important: While we implement robust security measures, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We continuously work to improve our protections and will notify you of any significant security incidents as required by law.
10. International Data Transfers
When we transfer your personal data outside your country of residence, we ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards:
- Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries recognized as providing adequate protection
- Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contractual clauses for international transfers
- Binding Corporate Rules: Internal data protection rules for multinational organizations
- Additional Safeguards: Supplementary measures as required by applicable privacy laws
For EU residents, all international transfers comply with GDPR requirements and include appropriate technical and organizational safeguards.
11. Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these age thresholds.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will promptly investigate and delete such information upon verification.
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have additional privacy rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act:
Right to Know
Request information about categories and specific pieces of personal information collected, sources, business purposes, and third-party sharing.
Right to Delete
Request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out
Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. Note: We do not sell personal information.
Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your California privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
Notice of Material Changes
We will notify you of significant changes through:
- Prominent notice within the app with details of key changes
- Email notifications to newsletter subscribers about privacy-related updates
- Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Pop-up notifications for substantial changes affecting your rights
Your continued use of the app after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with changes, please discontinue use and contact us to delete your account and personal information.
14. Contact Information and Data Protection Inquiries
For questions about this Privacy Policy, to exercise your privacy rights, or to report privacy concerns, please contact us:
General Privacy Inquiries
- Email: [email protected]
- Response Time: We aim to respond within 5 business days
Data Protection Officer
- Email: [email protected]
- Role: Oversees privacy compliance and handles complex data protection matters
For EU Residents
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.
For California Residents
You may also contact the California Attorney General's office regarding privacy-related concerns at oag.ca.gov.