Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
HireTalent.ph ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Profile information (bio, skills, experience, portfolio)
- Payment and billing information
- Government-issued ID (for verification purposes)
- Employment history and references
Usage Information
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Device information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Communication records on the platform
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process transactions and send related information
- Match employers with suitable talent
- Verify identity and prevent fraud
- Send administrative and promotional communications
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
- Feature your public profile information (such as company logos, names, job titles, and profile photos) in marketing and promotional materials, including on our website, social media, and advertising (see our Terms of Service, Section 5.3 for full details and opt-out instructions)
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Other users: Profile information is visible to employers/talent as needed for the hiring process
- Service providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, analytics, etc.)
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information for legal, tax, or accounting purposes even after account deletion. You can request deletion of your data by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
8. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
9. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it.
11. 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 this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected]