Introduction

PhD Hive ("we," "our," or "us") respects and values the privacy of our job-searching users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect from users who are seeking job opportunities in the industry (the "users" or "you") through our job search website platform (the "platform"), and how we use, share, and protect such information. By using our platform, you agree to the terms and conditions laid out in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

In order to provide the best job-matching services, we collect various types of personal information from our users. The types of information collected may include:

1. Personal Information: This may include your name, home address, email address, telephone number, personal photograph, date of birth, nationality, and other personal identification information.
2. Education and Work Information: This may include your academic background, including university, GPA, degree earned, field of study, research experience, academic achievements, and any other relevant information necessary to match you to job opportunities in your field.
3. Employment History and References: We may collect information related to your previous work experience, including job title, company name, duration of employment, and contact information for references.
4. Job Preferences: We may collect information related to your job preferences such as location, work hours, desired salary range, and industry preferences.
5. Account Login Information: We may collect and store login information such as username, password, and other security questions and answers for authentication purposes.
   
   

We primarily use the collected information to provide users with job matching services, including tailored job recommendations and potential direct connections with employers. We may also use your information to send regular updates regarding your application status, job opportunities, and platform updates.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

"PhDHive" will not disclose your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, except when necessary to deliver our services or in the following circumstances:

1. Employers: We may share your information with potential employers for the purpose of job matching and facilitating direct communication between you and the employer.
2. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the platform, conducting background checks, or providing other services related to the job search process.
3. Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information if required by law, legal process, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or personal safety of our users or the public.
4. Business Transfers: We may share your information in connection with a business sale, merger, or acquisition, to ensure continuity of services provided to our users.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our job-searching services, comply with legal requirements, and resolve any disputes that may arise.

Security

We value the security of your personal information and employ industry-standard security measures to protect it from unauthorized access, unauthorized use, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and thus we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, and delete your personal information held on our platform. You can do this by logging into your account and updating your personal information or by contacting us at Admin@Phdhive.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices or to address new features on our platform. Any updates to the Privacy Policy will be posted on our platform, along with the "Last updated" date, and it is your responsibility to review the policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us at Admin@Phdhive.com.

 

Last updated: 6/9/2023