Data Protection and Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Ananas (“we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Data Protection and Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal data when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
• Application Data: Resumes, cover letters, job preferences, and employment history.
• Account Information: Username, password, and profile preferences.
• Usage Data: How you use the platform, including job searches and applications.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Data collected via cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Collect Data

• User Submissions: When you create an account, submit a job application, or upload documents.
• Third-Party Integrations: When you log in or register using Google or LinkedIn, as permitted by those services.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and for analytics.

4. How We Use Your Data

• To provide and improve services: Including matching your profile to relevant job opportunities.
• To customize applications: Tailor your resume and cover letter to specific job descriptions.
• To communicate with you: Send notifications, updates, or alerts related to your account and applications.
• For customer support: Help troubleshoot issues and respond to inquiries.

5. Sharing of Data

We will not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data in these circumstances:

• With employers: When you apply for jobs, we share your application data with potential employers.
• With service providers: Trusted partners (e.g., authentication, hosting, analytics) that help operate our platform.
• Legal obligations: When required by law or to protect our rights or the safety of users.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

7. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct your personal data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
• Objection/Restriction: Object to or request restriction of certain processing activities (e.g., marketing).

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures (such as encryption and secure storage) to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance functionality and analyze performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. When we do, we’ll post the changes here and may notify you via email or an in-app notice. Continued use of our platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Contact us at info@ananasai.org.