Privacy Policy

# Privacy Policy **Effective Date:** June 24, 2025 ## Introduction OpenVitae ("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 website and services. ## Information We Collect ### Personal Information - **Account Information:** Name, email address, password - **Profile Information:** Professional experience, skills, education, contact details - **Resume Data:** Work history, achievements, certifications, and other career-related information - **Payment Information:** Billing address and payment method details (processed securely through third-party providers) ### Automatically Collected Information - **Usage Data:** How you interact with our platform, features used, time spent - **Device Information:** IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers - **Cookies and Tracking:** We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience ## How We Use Your Information ### Service Provision - Create and maintain your account - Provide resume building and career services - Process payments and manage subscriptions - Offer customer support and respond to inquiries ### Improvement and Analytics - Analyze usage patterns to improve our services - Develop new features and functionality - Conduct research and analytics - Ensure platform security and prevent fraud ### Communication - Send service-related notifications - Provide updates about new features or changes - Send marketing communications (with your consent) - Respond to your questions and requests ## Information Sharing and Disclosure ### We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. ### Limited Sharing We may share your information only in these circumstances: - **Service Providers:** Trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our platform - **Legal Requirements:** When required by law, court order, or government request - **Business Transfers:** In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets - **Consent:** When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information ### Public Information - Information you choose to make public in your profile - Resume information you explicitly share with employers or recruiters ## Data Security ### Security Measures - **Encryption:** All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols - **Access Controls:** Strict access controls limit who can view your information - **Regular Audits:** We conduct regular security assessments and updates - **Secure Storage:** Your data is stored on secure, monitored servers ### Your Responsibility - Use strong, unique passwords - Keep your login credentials confidential - Report any suspicious activity immediately ## Your Rights and Choices ### Account Management - **Access:** View and download your personal information - **Update:** Modify your profile and account information - **Delete:** Request deletion of your account and associated data ### Communication Preferences - **Opt-out:** Unsubscribe from marketing communications - **Notifications:** Manage service-related notification preferences ### Data Portability - **Export:** Download your resume and profile data - **Transfer:** Move your information to other platforms when technically feasible ## Cookies and Tracking ### Types of Cookies - **Essential:** Required for basic platform functionality - **Analytics:** Help us understand how you use our services - **Preferences:** Remember your settings and preferences - **Marketing:** Deliver relevant advertisements and content ### Managing Cookies You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality. ## International Data Transfers If you're located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the US, where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers. ## Children's Privacy OpenVitae is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. ## Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification. Your continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. ## Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices: **Email:** [email protected] **Mail:** OpenVitae Privacy Team, 123 Career Street, Suite 456, Professional City, PC 12345 --- *This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 24, 2025.*