1. Introduction
VT Nova Jobs (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This Data Protection and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data, as well as your rights in relation to that data.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following personal data:
- Contact information (name, email, phone number, address)
- Login credentials (username, password)
- Project and service information (descriptions, requirements, bids, proposals)
- Payment information (credit card details, bank account information)
- Communication and messaging data (messages, comments, feedback, ratings)
- Usage data (page views, search queries, browsing history)
- Device data (IP address, browser type, device type)
3. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between Clients and Providers
- Process payments and manage transactions
- Send important notifications and updates
- Analyse usage patterns and improve user experience
- Provide personalised recommendations and advertising
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and tracking technologies to:
- Authenticate users and maintain session state
- Analyse usage patterns and improve user experience
- Provide personalised recommendations and advertising
- Track user behaviour and preferences
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal data with:
- Providers (for project collaboration and communication)
- Payment processors (for transaction processing)
- Third-party services (for analytics, support, and marketing)
- Law enforcement and regulatory authorities (as required by law)
We will not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
6. Data Protection Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and correct your personal data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to processing of your personal data
- Request restriction of processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
7. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption
- Firewalls
- Access controls
- Regular backups
- Secure data centres
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfil our legal obligations.
9. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Data Protection and Cookie Policy at any time, with notice to users.