Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Stop Search ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our hiring platform. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and role (job seeker, hiring manager, or consultant)
• Profile Information: Resume/CV, work experience, education, skills, salary expectations, and professional summary
• Communication: Messages sent through our platform, interview schedules, and feedback
• Company Information: For recruiters, company details, job postings, and hiring requirements
• OAuth Data: Information from Google or LinkedIn when you sign up using these services

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Match candidates with relevant job opportunities using our AI algorithms
• Facilitate communication between candidates, recruiters, and consultants
• Schedule and manage interviews
• Send you notifications, updates, security alerts, and support messages
• Verify your identity and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information is shared with recruiters when you express interest in a job or match with a position
• With Consultants: Recruitment consultants may access candidate profiles for roles they are helping to fill
• Service Providers: Third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information from our active databases within a reasonable period, except where we are required to retain information by law or for legitimate business purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of certain data processing activities
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• File a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India

To exercise these rights, please contact us at queries@stopsearch.co

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences. This helps us improve our services, remember your preferences, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect your experience on our platform.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than India. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our platform and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

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

Email: queries@stopsearch.co

Address: Mumbai, India