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Skills Hub

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Skills Hub. At Skills Hub, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web system. By accessing or using Skills Hub, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use our web system.

Definitions and Interpretations

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, the following terms shall have the meanings defined below:

  • Account: An account is a unique profile created by a user to access the Skills Hub web system. It includes personal information provided during the registration process.
  • Cookies: Cookies are small files placed on your device by a web server when you access certain parts of our web system. They are used to identify your device and store information about your preferences and past actions.
  • Data Controller: The data controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, Skills Hub acts as the data controller.
  • Data Processor: A data processor is an entity that processes personal data on behalf of the data controller. Third party service providers that assist us in operating Skills Hub may function as data processors.
  • Data Protection Officer (DPO): The Data Protection Officer is the individual appointed by Skills Hub to oversee compliance with data protection laws and this Privacy Policy. The DPO serves as a point of contact for data protection inquiries.
  • Personal Information: Personal information refers to any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual. This includes, but is not limited to, the following data we collect: full name, email address, phone number, occupation, age, and gender.
  • Processing: Processing refers to any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether by automated means. This includes, but is not limited to, collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation, alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, dissemination, alignment, combination, restriction, erasure, or destruction of personal data.
  • Service Providers: Service providers are third party entities that perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, customer service, and marketing assistance. These providers may have access to personal information as necessary to perform their functions.
  • Usage Data: Usage data refers to information collected automatically when you interact with Skills Hub. This includes data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.
  • User: A user is any individual who accesses or uses Skills Hub, whether registered or not.
  • Web System: The web system refers to the Skills Hub platform, including all associated websites, applications, and services provided by Skills Hub

Information Collection and Use

Personal Information

When you register on Skills Hub, we collect the following personal information to create your account and provide our services:

  • Full Name: To personalize your experience.
  • Email Address: To communicate with you and send you important updates.
  • Phone Number: To verify your identity and for communication purposes.
  • Occupation: To tailor our recommendations and services to your professional background.
  • Age: To ensure compliance with age-related legal requirements and to personalize our services.
  • Gender: To provide personalized career recommendations and for demographic analysis.

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use Skills Hub, including:

  • IP Address: To identify and mitigate potential security threats.
  • Device Information: Such as your browser type and version, operating system, and device type, to optimize the user experience.
  • Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our web system, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and actions taken to improve our services.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our web system and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our services.

Legal Basis for Collection

We collect and process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

Consent

By registering and using Skills Hub, you provide explicit consent for us to collect and process your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Performance of a Contract

The collection and processing of your personal information are necessary for the performance of the contract between you and Skills Hub. This includes the provision of our services, customer support, and communication related to your use of Skills Hub.

Legitimate Interests

We may process your personal information based on our legitimate interests, provided that such processing does not outweigh your rights and freedoms. Our legitimate interests include:

  • Service Improvement: To analyze and improve the functionality and quality of our web system.
  • Security: To ensure the security of our web system and protect against fraud, spam, and abuse.
  • Communication: To communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, and relevant information about our services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

Account Creation and Management

  • To create and manage your user account.
  • To authenticate your identity and provide access to our services.

Service Delivery

  • To provide personalized career recommendations based on your interests and abilities.
  • To analyze your responses and generate insights to help you make informed career decisions.

Communication

  • To send you updates, notifications, and other information related to our services.
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

Improvement of Services

  • To send you updates, notifications, and other information related to our services.
  • To conduct research and analysis to better understand our users’ needs and preferences.

Legal and Compliance

  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our users or others.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as described below:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our web system, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These third parties are required to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we believe it is necessary to:

  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our users or others.
  • Prevent or investigate wrongdoing in connection with our services.
  • Prevent or investigate wrongdoing in connection with our services.
  • Protect the personal safety of users of our services or the public.
  • Protect against legal liability.

Affiliates

We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to ensure the safety of your personal information, including:

Encryption

We use encryption to protect your personal information during transmission and storage.

Access Controls

Access to your personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only, based on their role and responsibilities.

Regular Security Audits

We conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems.

Secure Storage

We use secure servers to store your information, with physical and electronic safeguards to protect against unauthorized access.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. Our data retention policies are designed to ensure compliance with legal obligations and to protect your privacy.

Your Rights:

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access

You can request access to your personal information and obtain a copy of it.

Correction

You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

Objection

You can object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Withdrawal of Consent

If you have provided consent for data processing, you can withdraw your consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of any processing conducted before you withdraw your consent.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and you can request that we transfer it to another data controller where technically feasible.

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Third Party Links

Our web system may contain links to third party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we do not accept any responsibility or liability for their content or practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

International Data Transfers

Skills Hub operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those of your country. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Process for Notifying Users and Visitors of Changes or Updates to the Privacy Policy

To maintain transparency about our data practices, we will notify you of any significant changes or updates to this Privacy Policy. Below are the detailed processes for informing users and visitors about these changes to ensure that you remain informed and can exercise your rights appropriately.

Notification Methods

We use multiple methods to notify users and visitors of changes or updates to our Privacy Policy:

Email Notification

  • Registered Users: We will send an email notification to the email address associated with your account. This email will contain a summary of the changes, the reasons for the changes, and a link to the updated Privacy Policy.
  • Unregistered Visitors: While we may not have direct contact information for unregistered visitors, we will still provide notifications through other means as described below.

Onsite Notification

  • Banner or Popup Notice:Upon logging into the Skills Hub web system or visiting our website, you may see a banner or popup notice informing you of changes to the Privacy Policy. This notice will include a brief description of the changes and a link to the fully updated policy.
  • Dashboard Notification: For registered users, we may post a notification within your account dashboard or user profile section. This notice will provide information about the changes and a link to the updated Privacy Policy.

Social Media

Social Media Posts: We may use our social media channels (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) to announce significant updates to our Privacy Policy. These posts will include a brief overview of the changes and a link to the full policy on our website.

Timing of Notifications

  • Advance Notice: Where possible, we will provide advance notice of significant changes to this Privacy Policy. This notice will be given at least 30 days before the changes take effect, allowing you ample time to review and understand the updates.
  • Dashboard Notification:In cases where changes are required immediately (e.g., to comply with legal obligations), we will notify you as soon as the new Privacy Policy is published.

User Acknowledgment and Consent

  • Acknowledgment: We may require you to acknowledge that you have received and reviewed the updated Privacy Policy. This acknowledgment may be requested through a prompt when you next log into your account or visit our website.
  • Continued Use: Your continued use of the Skills Hub web system after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree with the changes, you should discontinue use of our services and may contact us to exercise your rights regarding your personal information.

Access to Previous Versions

Archived Policies: We will maintain an archive of previous versions of our Privacy Policy on our website. You can review these versions to understand how our practices have evolved over time. Each archived policy will include its effective dates for reference.

Contact Information for Questions or Concerns

Support Team: If you have any questions or concerns about changes to our Privacy Policy, you can contact our support team for clarification and assistance. We provide multiple contact methods, including email and phone support, to ensure that you can reach us easily.

Transparency and Accountability

Transparency Report: We may periodically publish a transparency report that includes information about updates to our Privacy Policy, user inquiries, and our responses. This report will be available on our website to demonstrate our commitment to transparency and accountability.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: ask@ummo.xyz.