Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Jess Recruiting LLC ("we," "us," or "our") operates A Smarter Way to Apply, a job application platform designed to connect automotive professionals with employment opportunities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you use our services.

Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you use our platform, we may collect the following information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Professional Information: Work experience, skills, certifications, education, career preferences
• Application Materials: Resume, cover letters, work samples, flat rate reports
• Preference Data: Job preferences, location preferences, availability, salary expectations
• Communication Records: Messages, emails, and other communications with our team

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
• Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns, referral sources
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide Services: Process job applications, match you with opportunities, facilitate communications
• Improve Platform: Analyze usage patterns, improve functionality, develop new features
• Communicate: Send job alerts, updates, newsletters, and service-related communications
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Marketing: With your consent, send promotional materials about our services

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 With Employers

With your consent, we share your application materials and relevant information with potential employers who have job opportunities that match your profile. We only share information necessary for the hiring process.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, such as:

• Cloud hosting services
• Email and communication services
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Security and fraud prevention

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, safety, or the rights and safety of others.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure data storage and transmission
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

Typically, we retain active user data for the duration of your use of our services plus 3 years thereafter, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information. You can update most information through your account settings or by contacting us.

7.2 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

7.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and legitimate business requirements.

7.4 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe links in our emails or contacting us directly.

7.5 Cookie Controls

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

11. International Users

Our services are primarily intended for users in the United States. If you access our services from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Providing notice through our platform

Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

• Company: Jess Recruiting LLC
• Platform: A Smarter Way to Apply
• Email: privacy@jessrecruiting.com
• Website: jessrecruiting.com
• Mailing Address: [Your Business Address]

14. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of July 13, 2025, and was last updated on July 13, 2025.