Third-party Usage Disclosure

1. Overview

Job-Scouts.com integrates with various third-party services to provide you with the best possible experience. This disclosure outlines all external services we use, what data they may access, and how you can control this access.

Why We Use Third-party Services

• Enhanced Functionality: Provide features that would be costly to develop in-house
• Improved Performance: Leverage specialized services for optimal platform performance
• Better Security: Utilize industry-leading security and authentication services
• Analytics Insights: Understand user behavior to improve our services
• Communication Tools: Enable efficient communication between users

Our Selection Criteria

We carefully evaluate all third-party services based on:

• Security Standards: Compliance with industry security standards
• Privacy Practices: Strong data protection and privacy policies
• Reliability: Proven track record of service reliability
• Compliance: Adherence to relevant regulatory requirements
• Reputation: Established reputation in the industry

2. Analytics Services

3. Communication Tools

4. Payment Processors

5. Cloud & Infrastructure Services

6. Security Services

7. Marketing Tools

8. Support Tools

9. Data Sharing Practices

Types of Data Shared

• Technical Data: IP addresses, browser information, device details
• Usage Data: Page views, feature interactions, session information
• Profile Data: Only when necessary for service functionality
• Communication Data: For delivery of emails and notifications
• Transaction Data: For payment processing only

Data Sharing Principles

• Necessity: We only share data when necessary for service provision
• Minimization: We share the minimum data required for each purpose
• Security: All data sharing occurs through secure, encrypted channels
• Contractual Protection: All third parties are bound by strict data protection agreements
• Purpose Limitation: Third parties can only use data for specified purposes

Data Processing Agreements

We maintain comprehensive data processing agreements with all third-party services that:

• Define specific data usage purposes and limitations
• Require appropriate security measures and controls
• Prohibit unauthorized data sharing or resale
• Include data breach notification requirements
• Allow for auditing and compliance verification
• Require data deletion upon contract termination

10. User Control Options

Opt-out Options

• Analytics Tracking: Disable through browser settings or opt-out tools
• Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe links in all marketing emails
• Targeted Advertising: Opt-out through ad platform settings
• Optional Services: Disable non-essential features in account settings
• Cookies: Manage through browser settings or our cookie preference center

Account Settings Controls

Through your Job-Scouts.com account settings, you can control:

• Data Sharing Preferences: Choose what data can be shared with third parties
• Communication Preferences: Select which notifications you want to receive
• Analytics Participation: Opt-out of non-essential analytics tracking
• Marketing Participation: Control participation in marketing programs
• Feature Access: Enable or disable specific platform features

Data Portability

• Data Export: Download your data in machine-readable formJVault
• Third-party Integration: Export data to compatible services
• Account Migration: Tools to help move your data if you leave our platform
• Selective Export: Choose specific data categories to export

Data Deletion

• Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account and associated data
• Selective Deletion: Remove specific data categories or entries
• Third-party Deletion: We ensure third parties delete your data when required
• Retention Override: Request early deletion of data normally retained for business purposes

Service Changes and Updates

Adding New Services

When we integrate new third-party services:

• Privacy Impact Assessment: We conduct thorough privacy assessments
• User Notification: We notify users before implementing new integrations
• Opt-in Consent: We obtain explicit consent for sensitive data processing
• Documentation Updates: We update this disclosure promptly

Removing Services

When we discontinue third-party services:

• Advance Notice: We provide advance notice of service changes
• Data Migration: We help migrate data to alternative services when possible
• Data Deletion: We ensure proper deletion of data from discontinued services
• Alternative Solutions: We provide alternative options when available

International Data Transfers

Transfer Mechanisms

For international data transfers, we use appropriate safeguards:

• Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate data protection laws
• Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contracts for data protection
• Binding Corporate Rules: Internal policies for multinational service providers
• Certification Programs: Privacy certifications and frameworks

Regional Considerations

• Data Localization: Some data may be stored locally as required by law
• Regional Compliance: Adherence to local data protection regulations
• Cross-border Access: Controlled access to data across regions
• Sovereignty Requirements: Compliance with data sovereignty laws

Monitoring and Auditing

Regular Audits

• Annual Reviews: Comprehensive annual review of all third-party services
• Security Assessments: Regular security evaluations of service providers
• Compliance Checks: Verification of regulatory compliance
• Performance Monitoring: Ongoing monitoring of service quality and reliability

Incident Response

• Breach Notification: Immediate notification if third-party data breaches occur
• Impact Assessment: Evaluation of potential impact on user data
• Remediation Actions: Swift action to address security incidents
• User Communication: Transparent communication about incidents affecting users

Legal Basis for Processing

Processing Purposes

We share data with third parties based on the following legal bases:

• Contract Performance: Necessary for providing our services to you
• Legitimate Interests: For improving our services and user experience
• Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Vital Interests: To protect your safety or the safety of others

Consent Management

• Granular Consent: Separate consent for different types of processing
• Easy Withdrawal: Simple mechanisms to withdraw consent
• Consent Records: We maintain records of your consent choices
• Regular Renewal: Periodic renewal of consent for ongoing processing

11. Contact Information