Privacypolicy

1. Introduction

At LockedIn (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our professional networking platform (the “Service”).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, professional information
• Profile Information: Resume, work experience, education, skills, portfolio
• Job Applications: Cover letters, application responses, interview availability
• Communications: Messages sent through our platform, feedback, support requests

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Data: How you interact with our Service, pages visited, features used
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Location Data: General location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social Login: Information from Google or Apple when you sign in
• Employers: Feedback on your applications and interviews
• Analytics Providers: Usage statistics and performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Process job applications and connect you with opportunities
• Facilitate networking between professionals
• Send you important updates and communications
• Improve our Service through analytics
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Employers

When you apply for jobs, we share your profile and application materials with employers. This includes:

• Your resume and professional information
• Your application responses and cover letters
• Your contact information (with your consent)

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our Service:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Analytics and performance monitoring services
• Payment processors for premium features
• Email and communication service providers

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Security

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and comply with legal obligations. You can request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Limit how we process your data

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Service functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our Service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services:

• Google Sign-In: For account authentication
• Firebase: For data storage and analytics
• Stripe: For payment processing
• Analytics Services: To improve our Service

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through our Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

14. Data Protection Officer

For data protection inquiries, you can contact our Data Protection Officer at Lockedinhqteam@gmail.com.