Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Paralete International ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, services, and applications.

By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Professional Information: Job title, company, work experience, education, certifications
• Account Information: Username, password, profile preferences
• Assessment Data: Test results, skills evaluations, performance metrics
• Communication Records: Messages, feedback, support requests

2.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used
• Cookies and Tracking: Session data, preferences, analytics
• Location Data: General geographic location (if permitted)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• Facilitate recruitment and placement services
• Provide AI training and certification programs
• Match candidates with appropriate opportunities
• Deliver educational content and resources

3.2 Communication

• Send service-related notifications and updates
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Share relevant job opportunities and training programs
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)

3.3 Improvement and Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns and user behavior
• Improve our services and user experience
• Develop new features and training programs
• Conduct research and analytics

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Your Consent

We share information when you explicitly consent, such as:

• Sharing candidate profiles with potential employers
• Publishing success stories and testimonials
• Participating in networking events and forums

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Cloud hosting and data storage
• Email and communication services
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Payment processing

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure user safety and security
• Respond to government requests

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Staff Training: Privacy and security awareness programs
• Incident Response: Procedures for handling security breaches

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and fulfill our obligations
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Maintain business records and analytics

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it according to our data retention schedule.

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

7.1 Access and Portability

• Request access to your personal information
• Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
• Verify the accuracy of your information

7.2 Correction and Updates

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Update your profile and preferences
• Modify your communication settings

7.3 Deletion and Restriction

• Request deletion of your personal information
• Restrict processing of your data
• Object to certain uses of your information

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

As a global company, we may transfer your information to countries outside your residence. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Adequacy decisions by data protection authorities
• Certification schemes and codes of conduct
• Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

10. Children's Privacy

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

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying prominent notices on our platform

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

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

13. Regulatory Information

This Privacy Policy complies with applicable data protection laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - California, USA
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada
• Privacy Act 1988 - Australia
• Other applicable local privacy laws