Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 23, 2026

Cynternet (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the Cynternet job management platform (the “Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Platform, create an account, apply for jobs, or post job listings.

By using the Platform, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Registration: Full name, email address, phone number, password (stored in hashed form), and account type (Job Seeker, Recruiter, or Admin).
• Job Seeker Profile: Resume/CV, work experience, education history, skills, certifications, profile photograph, portfolio links, expected salary, and preferred job locations.
• Recruiter & Employer Information: Company name, company description, company logo, industry, company size, office locations, website URL, and contact details.
• Job Postings: Job title, description, requirements, compensation range, benefits, employment type, and location details.
• Job Applications: Cover letters, application responses, and any additional documents you submit.
• Communications: Messages, support inquiries, feedback, and any content you send to us or other users through the Platform.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device & Browser Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preference.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, search queries, job views, click patterns, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and navigation paths.
• Cookies & Similar Technologies: Session cookies for authentication, preference cookies, and analytics cookies. See Section 8 for details.
• Log Data: Server logs including access times, error logs, and API request metadata.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• If you sign in through a third-party authentication provider, we may receive your name, email address, and profile picture from that provider.
• Employers may provide feedback or status updates on your applications.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Platform Operations

• Create and manage your account.
• Facilitate job applications and recruitment processes.
• Match job seekers with relevant job opportunities based on skills, experience, and preferences.
• Enable employers to search for and evaluate candidates.
• Process and display job postings.

2.2 Communications

• Send transactional emails (account verification, password resets, application confirmations).
• Notify you of new job matches, application status updates, and platform announcements.
• Respond to support requests and feedback.

2.3 Improvement & Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns to improve Platform features and user experience.
• Conduct research and analytics to understand how users interact with the Platform.
• Debug technical issues and monitor Platform performance.

2.4 Security & Legal

• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security threats.
• Enforce our Terms & Conditions and other policies.
• Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Employers: When you apply for a job, the employer will receive your application details, profile information, resume, and any documents you submit.
• With Job Seekers: Employers’ company profiles and job posting details are visible to job seekers browsing the Platform.
• Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party providers for hosting (cloud infrastructure), email delivery, file storage, analytics, and content delivery. These providers process data on our behalf under strict contractual obligations.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or enforceable government request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
• With Your Consent: We may share information for other purposes when you provide explicit consent.

4. Data Storage & Security

• Your data is stored on secure servers with encryption at rest and in transit (TLS/SSL).
• Passwords are hashed using industry-standard bcrypt algorithms and are never stored in plain text.
• We use access controls, firewalls, and monitoring to protect against unauthorized access.
• File uploads (resumes, images) are stored in secure cloud storage with access-controlled URLs.
• We conduct regular security reviews and apply patches promptly.

While we implement commercially reasonable security measures, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. For detailed retention schedules, please refer to our Data Retention Policy.

• You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
• Certain data may be retained for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes even after account deletion.
• Anonymized and aggregated data that cannot identify you may be retained indefinitely for analytics.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities, including direct marketing.
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
• Opt-Out of Communications: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in each email. Transactional emails related to your account cannot be opted out of.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 11. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

7. International Data Transfers

The Platform serves users across India, the Gulf region, and internationally. Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses and compliance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

8.1 Types of Cookies We Use

8.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Refer to your browser’s help section for instructions.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page.
• Notify registered users via email for significant changes.
• Post a notice on the Platform.

Your continued use of the Platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: cynternet.com/contact

For data protection inquiries specific to GDPR or other regional regulations, please include “Data Protection Request” in the subject line of your email.