Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SkillSeek OÜ ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Complete our recruiter qualification quiz
• Fill out contact forms
• Submit a job inquiry
• Register for our services
• Communicate with us via email or phone

This may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, professional experience, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Geographic location (country/city level)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process your inquiries and provide our services
• Evaluate recruiter qualifications
• Match companies with appropriate recruiters
• Communicate with you about our services
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

• Contract performance: To provide services you've requested
• Legitimate interests: To improve our services and communicate with you
• Consent: For marketing communications (you can withdraw consent anytime)
• Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist us (e.g., email services, analytics)
• Recruiters in our network: When matching companies with recruiters
• Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Typically, this means:

• Active recruiter/client data: Duration of relationship plus 7 years
• Inquiry data: 2 years from last contact
• Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent: For consent-based processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at desk@skillseek.eu

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy for details.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

11. International Data Transfers

As we operate across the EU, your data may be transferred between EU member states. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any transfers outside the EEA.

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Significant changes will be communicated via email.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact us:

15. Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate or your local data protection authority.