Global Talent Exchange is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, mobile applications, products, or services. Whether you’re a professional seeking new job opportunities or an organization seeking exceptional talent, your trust matters to us and we want you to understand exactly how your data is handled.

1. Who We Are

Global Talent Exchange is a cross-border talent platform that bridges professionals and employers across industries and geographies. We operate in both B2B (businesses) and B2C (individual job-seekers) spaces, facilitating recruitment, employer branding, and hiring solutions for enterprises while supporting professionals with meaningful career opportunities.

This policy applies to all users of our website (https://www.globaltalex.com), our digital products and services, and any personal data shared with us through email, events, webinars, or other interactions.

2. Scope of the Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected or processed by GTX, whether online or offline, including data collected via:

• Website and applications
• Job applications, resume submissions, and talent registrations
• Events or webinars hosted or co-hosted by us
• Email or phone interactions
• Social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns
• Our business clients and hiring partners

By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

3. What Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize our services. The information may be collected directly from you, through automated technologies, or from third-party partners.

A. Personal Information (PI)

This includes:

• Full name
• Email address and contact number
• Job title, company name (for B2B users)
• Resume or CV
• Employment history and references
• Educational qualifications
• Skills, certifications, and language proficiencies
• Professional social media profiles (e.g., LinkedIn, GitHub)
• Nationality, preferred job location, work authorization

B. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI)

In line with Indian IT Rules (SPDI Rules), this may include:

• Passwords
• Financial data (e.g., bank account or payment info if applicable)
• Government-issued identification (Aadhaar, PAN, passport)
• Health or disability status (only if voluntarily disclosed for equal opportunity hiring)

Such data is collected only with your explicit consent and for specific purposes.

C. Usage and Device Information

Collected automatically when you use our platform:

• IP address, browser type, device model
• Operating system and geolocation (city-level)
• Pages visited, session duration, clickstream data
• Referrer URLs and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This helps us understand user behavior and optimize your experience.

C. Candidate Profiling and Matching

To provide more tailored job opportunities, we may use the data you share (such as skills, experience, education, and preferences) to build a candidate profile. This profile helps us assess job fitment, recommend roles, and prioritize opportunities based on relevance. This process may be augmented using machine learning or matching algorithms, but does not involve fully automated decision-making.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

A. For Job Seekers:

• To match you with job opportunities relevant to your profile
• To share your profile with recruiters or hiring partners (with your consent)
• To contact you about job applications, interviews, or career events
• To send personalized job alerts, newsletters, or career resources
• To verify qualifications or conduct background checks (with your approval)
• To respond to inquiries or provide support
• To invite you to participate in events, webinars, or employer engagements related to your field or interests
• To build an internal database of specialized skills for future opportunities

B. For Employers and Clients:

• To understand hiring needs and recommend suitable talent
• To facilitate interviews, assessments, or job fairs
• To enable collaboration through secure client dashboards or portals
• To process agreements, billing, or project-related communication
• To ensure service delivery and improve product offerings

C. For All Users:

• To improve the user interface, content, and performance of our site
• To enforce our Terms of Use or other legal agreements
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• To detect, prevent, or investigate fraud or misuse
• To invite you to participate in our events, webinars, or industry initiatives
• To match event participation preferences with relevant employers or speakers

5. Consent and Choice

We collect and process your data only with lawful bases, including:

• Explicit consent: Given when you sign up, submit your resume, or opt in to communications
• Contractual necessity: When we need to process your data to fulfill a service
• Legal obligation: If required by applicable laws or to respond to lawful requests
• Legitimate interest: For marketing, analytics, platform optimization, or event promotion

You may withdraw your consent at any time by writing to us at [Insert Email Address]. Withdrawing consent may affect your ability to use parts of our services.

6. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and only share your data in the following cases:

A. With Employers or Hiring Partners

• Your resume and profile are shared only with your consent
• We may facilitate communication, interviews, or onboarding through trusted third parties
• We may also share limited information (such as name, job title, and field of interest) with companies participating in GTX-hosted or co-hosted events and webinars only if you have registered or shown interest. This is to facilitate interactions, networking, or follow-up conversations.

B. With Third-Party Vendors

• For hosting, data storage, analytics, marketing automation, payment gateways, etc.
• These partners are bound by strict confidentiality and data processing agreements

C. With Affiliates or Group Entities

• To ensure seamless operations and shared services across entities

D. With Legal or Government Authorities

• When required under applicable laws, or to protect our legal rights

We do not sell your personal data to advertisers or other third parties.

E. For Reference Checks or Background Verification

With your prior consent, we may share your data with authorized third parties for the purpose of conducting reference checks or employment background verifications as part of a hiring process.

7. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Since GTX works with global clients and users, your data may be transferred and stored outside India. In such cases, we ensure:

• Compliance with Indian data export norms
• Use of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other legal safeguards
• Transfers only to jurisdictions with adequate data protection laws
• Your consent, where required

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected:

• User profiles and resumes are retained for up to 3 years from the last active use
• Application-related data is retained per client requirements
• Transactional data may be retained longer for legal or tax purposes

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to compliance obligations.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., Indian SPDI Rules, GDPR, CCPA), you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold
• Rectify inaccurate or outdated data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict or object to certain processing
• Withdraw consent to marketing or other services
• Port your data (where applicable)
• File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address]. We may verify your identity before acting on your request.

You are responsible for ensuring that the personal data you provide is accurate, up-to-date, and truthful. GTX is not liable for any outcomes resulting from outdated or incorrect information submitted by users.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tools to:

• Save your login sessions
• Track website performance and user journeys
• Deliver relevant content and job suggestions
• Understand traffic sources and site analytics

You can adjust cookie preferences via your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may impact functionality.

11. Data Security

We implement strong security measures, including:

• SSL encryption for data in transit
• Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
• Role-based access controls
• Regular security audits and data breach protocols
• Vendor due diligence and contractual safeguards

Employer Data and Confidentiality

We also handle data from our business clients and employers, which may include job descriptions, organizational information, and hiring preferences. Such data is treated with strict confidentiality, protected through contractual clauses, and not used for any purpose other than service delivery, unless otherwise authorized by the client.

While we follow industry best practices, no system is completely immune. Please notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.

12. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may link to third-party platforms (e.g., company job pages, event tools, payment gateways). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your data.

13. Children’s Privacy

GTX does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If we discover such data has been submitted without proper consent, we will delete it immediately.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes. Major changes will be notified via:

• Email (if you are subscribed)
• Notices on our website

The latest version will always be available at: [Insert Link]. Continued use of our services after changes implies acceptance.

15. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Global Talent Exchange takes reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy and security of your personal data. However, by using our services, you acknowledge and agree that:

• GTX shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your use of our website, platform, or services.
• We do not guarantee that job matches, communications, or outcomes will meet your expectations or result in employment.
• While we vet our employer partners and follow secure practices, we are not responsible for the actions, hiring decisions, or data handling of third-party employers or service providers.
• Any information shared with third parties, once consented to by you, is subject to their respective policies.
• Your continued use of our services constitutes your acceptance of this limitation.

To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, GTX’s total liability for any claim related to this Privacy Policy or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount paid by you (if any) for such services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

16. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data,
please contact:

Global Talent Exchange (GTX)

📧 Email: Info@globaltalex.com

We will respond to all valid requests within the legally mandated timeframe.