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Privacy Policy<\/b><\/span><\/h1>\n

Version 2024.05<\/b><\/p>\n

This Privacy Policy applies when you visit the website <\/span>www.jobfunders.com<\/b><\/a>, register on the <\/span>JobFunders.com <\/b>platform or use the <\/span>JobFunders mobile app<\/b>. It explains why and how <\/span>JOBFUNDERS BV<\/b> (\u201cJobFunders\u201d, \u201cwe\u201d, \u201cus\u201d or \u201cour\u201d) processes your personal data when you use our services.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Data Controller<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

The controller responsible for processing your personal data is:<\/span><\/p>\n

JOBFUNDERS BV<\/b>
<\/b>Meidoornstraat 11<\/span>
<\/span>8550 Zwevegem, Belgium<\/span>
<\/span>Company number: 0567.877.194<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have any questions regarding the processing of your personal data or the contents of this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at <\/span>privacy@jobfunders.com<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

JobFunders reserves the right to amend or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. If you are a registered user of our website or app, we will notify you before any such changes or revisions take effect.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Visiting the Website or App<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

When you visit our website or app, certain personal data may be collected through the use of cookies (see our <\/span>Cookie Policy<\/b><\/a> for more information).<\/span><\/p>\n

Through our website or app, you can also share personal data with us in various ways \u2014 for example, by subscribing to our newsletter or filling out a contact form.<\/span><\/p>\n

In these cases, we collect only the information necessary to provide you with the requested information, such as your name and email address. These processing activities are always based on your <\/span>explicit consent<\/b>. You may withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing via the link at the bottom of any email you receive in relation to these purposes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our website and app also allow you to contact us via a chatbot. In that case, the data you provide will be processed for the purpose of responding to your query. This processing is based on our <\/span>legitimate interest<\/b>, namely to answer user questions efficiently.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. JobFunders.com Platform and App<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

3.1 Creating an Account<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

When you register as a user, you may do so either directly using your email address or through your <\/span>LinkedIn<\/b>, <\/span>Google<\/b>, or <\/span>Facebook<\/b> account. If you choose to register through one of these profiles, you acknowledge that certain data will be exchanged between JobFunders and the respective service provider. Further details are provided during the registration process.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you register directly, we collect your name, contact details, and any other information required to complete your registration on <\/span>JobFunders.com<\/b> or within the <\/span>JobFunders app<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The type of data collected may vary depending on whether you register as a <\/span>Company User<\/b> or a <\/span>Candidate<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Company User:<\/b> only your contact details are processed.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Candidate:<\/b> both your contact and identification details are processed, as well as any additional information you voluntarily add to your profile, such as your CV, references, or motivation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The processing of this data is <\/span>necessary for the performance of the contract<\/b> between you and JobFunders concerning the use of our platform or app. If you do not wish to provide this data, you cannot use the JobFunders.com platform or app, as this processing is essential to enable your access.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3.2 Use of JobFunders.com<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

    When using JobFunders.com (or the app), we also collect the following data:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Your communication with us (e.g., for support purposes) and data related to your logins.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • For Candidates: which job postings you view, apply to, or mark as favourites.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      We process this personal data for the following purposes:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • To <\/span>continuously improve<\/b> our services and develop new functionalities. This processing is based on our <\/span>legitimate interest<\/b>, namely to better tailor our services to users\u2019 needs.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • To <\/span>maintain security<\/b> and integrity of JobFunders.com and its users. This processing is based on our <\/span>legitimate interest<\/b>, specifically to ensure a secure platform for all participants.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • To <\/span>monitor usage<\/b> of JobFunders.com and detect any misuse of the Terms of Use. This processing is consistent with the proper performance of the contract between you and JobFunders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        3.3 Coins and Competitions<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        If you earn <\/span>Coins<\/b> or are eligible for related prizes through JobFunders.com, we process your contact and address details, as well as data concerning the allocation, ownership, and use of Coins.<\/span><\/p>\n

        4. Sharing of Personal Data<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

        Your personal data are processed exclusively for the purposes described above.<\/span><\/p>\n

        If you register via your LinkedIn, Google, or Facebook profile, certain information will be shared with the respective provider.<\/span><\/p>\n

        In addition, your data may be shared with other users of our services, such as potential employers or clients, when you apply for or express interest in a specific opportunity. Any data exchange between users within JobFunders.com or the app always occurs through the settings or actions you have selected.<\/span><\/p>\n

        JobFunders may also engage <\/span>third-party service providers<\/b> for the purposes described above, including for software integration (e.g., IT vendors) and hosting (e.g., cloud providers, data centres).<\/span><\/p>\n

        Your personal data will <\/span>never be transferred to third parties for commercial purposes<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Furthermore, your data will <\/span>not be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA)<\/b>. Should this ever change, we will ensure that adequate safeguards and additional measures are in place as required by data protection legislation.<\/span><\/p>\n

        5. Data Security<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

        JobFunders implements all reasonable <\/span>technical and organisational measures<\/b> to ensure the protection of your personal data against misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. Access to your data is granted only on a <\/span>need-to-know basis<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

        These measures are continuously updated to reflect the current state of technology. However, the security of your data is a <\/span>best-effort obligation<\/b>, not an absolute guarantee.<\/span><\/p>\n

        6. Your Rights<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

        If you have a question, complaint, or concern about how we process your personal data, you can contact us using the details provided in Section 1.<\/span><\/p>\n

        We aim to respond to any request within <\/span>one month<\/b>. In exceptional cases, this may be extended to <\/span>three months<\/b>, in which case we will inform you within the first month.<\/span><\/p>\n

        When exercising your rights, please specify which right you wish to exercise and how you would like to receive the response (e.g., by email or post). For verification purposes, we may ask for a copy of your ID to confirm your identity.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right of Access and Rectification<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        You have the right to know which personal data we process about you and for what purposes. You may request a free copy of your data and, if you believe your data are inaccurate or outdated, you can request a correction.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right to Erasure and Restriction<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. However, if we are legally required to retain certain data for longer periods, we may not be able to fulfil your request and will inform you accordingly.<\/span>
        <\/span>You may also request restriction of processing if you have legitimate reasons, for example, if you contest the accuracy of your data.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right to Object<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        Where processing is based on our legitimate interest or carried out in the public interest, you may object to such processing on justified grounds.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right to Data Portability<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        If we process your data based on your consent or a contractual relationship, you may request that we provide the personal data you supplied to us in a <\/span>structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format<\/b>, or transfer it directly to another controller, where technically feasible.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right to Withdraw Consent<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        When processing is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Right to Lodge a Complaint<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

        You have the right to file a complaint with the <\/span>Belgian Data Protection Authority<\/b> if you believe your concerns have not been adequately addressed by JobFunders:<\/span><\/p>\n

        Data Protection Authority<\/b>
        <\/b>Drukpersstraat 35<\/span>
        <\/span>1000 Brussels, Belgium<\/span>
        <\/span>Tel: +32 (0)2 274 48 00<\/span>
        <\/span>Fax: +32 (0)2 274 48 35<\/span>
        <\/span>Email: contact@apd-gba.be<\/span><\/p>\n

        7. Data Retention<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

        JobFunders retains personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which they were collected or as required by law. The specific retention periods are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Account data:<\/b> up to 10 years after the last activity on the platform.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Candidate data:<\/b> up to 10 years after the last activity or until the user requests deletion.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Communication data:<\/b> 10 years after resolution of the communication.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Cookie data:<\/b> see our <\/span>Cookie Policy<\/b> for specific retention periods.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          When data are no longer required, they are deleted or anonymised. Users may request deletion of their data at any time, unless legal obligations require longer retention.<\/span><\/p>\n

          \u00a9 <\/span>JobFunders BV 2024<\/b> \u2013 All rights reserved.<\/span>
          <\/span>This document may not be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission.<\/span><\/p>\n

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