Privacy Policy - Devswall

Last Updated: 03.11.2024

Welcome to Devswall (https://devswall.com). Devswall respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the EU, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California, Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and best practices for users in India and other jurisdictions.

1. Data Controller

Devswall
Szczecin, Poland
Email: hey@devswall.com

If you have any questions about this policy, please reach out to us at the provided email address.

2. Types of Information Collected

We collect the following categories of personal data:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, and contact information.
Technical Data: IP address, device information, and browser type.
Usage Data: Pages visited, interaction with our platform, and user preferences.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor and analyze use of our services.
CVs or Resumes: If users choose to upload their CVs or resumes, we collect and store these in our database in HTML format. CVs may contain information such as names, contact details, educational background, work experience, and any other information the user provides.

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes and based on the following legal grounds:

Service Provision: To enable users to create and manage their professional portfolios (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b)).
Marketing and Advertising: With consent, we may send targeted advertisements, including ads on platforms such as Google (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and CCPA).
Legal Compliance: To fulfill our legal obligations and regulatory requirements (GDPR Art. 6(1)(c)).
Service Improvement and Security: To analyze usage, improve our offerings, and secure the platform (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)).

4. Collection and Storage of CVs

If you choose to upload a CV or resume, it will be stored in our database in HTML format. This data is used solely for enabling you to manage your professional profile. The legal basis for processing this information is user consent, given when uploading the CV, and/or contractual necessity if creating a profile is a core part of our service.

5. Data Storage and Security

Database Storage: CVs and other user information are stored securely in our database. Access to this data is restricted and only available to authorized personnel.

Security Measures: We use encryption, access controls, and other industry-standard security protocols to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

6. Retention Period for CVs

We retain CVs only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which they were collected. Users can delete their CVs at any time through their account settings, and all deleted CVs are removed from our database within [specify timeframe, e.g., 30 days]. Additionally, inactive accounts may be subject to periodic data purges after a defined retention period.

7. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Trusted third-party providers for services such as analytics, customer support, and advertising.
Legal Requirements: When required to comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Devswall and our users.

8. User Rights

You have the following rights:

For EU Residents (GDPR)

Access: Request a copy of your data.
Correction: Request to correct any inaccuracies.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal limitations.
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

For California Residents (CCPA)

Right to Know: Information on categories and specific data collected.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal data.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal data (we currently do not sell personal data).

For Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)

Access Personal Information: You can request access to your personal information and understand how it is used.
Request Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.
File a Complaint: If you believe your rights have been violated, you can contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Contact Email Address].

9. International Data Transfers

If data, including CVs, is stored on servers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we use appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to protect this data in compliance with GDPR.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and monitor usage. You can control cookie preferences in your browser or use our cookie management tool. For more information, refer to our Cookie Policy.

11. Security of Your Information

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may occasionally update this policy. Any changes will be posted on this page, and if significant, we will notify you by email or through our services.

14. Tracking and Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. ("Google"), to help analyze how users interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies—small text files placed on your device—to collect information about your use of our site, including your IP address, pages visited, time spent on each page, and other usage data.

The information generated by Google Analytics is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google uses this information to evaluate your use of the site, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services related to website activity and internet usage.

Data Collected by Google Analytics

IP address (anonymized in certain jurisdictions)
Device and browser type
Pages visited and duration
Geographic location (limited to country level)

Opting Out of Google Analytics

If you wish to opt out of Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

For more information on Google’s privacy practices, please visit Google’s Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: hey@devswall.com
Address: Szczecin, Poland