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Privacy Policy

AltusConnect, located Antwerpen, Belgium, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you use our website (http://altusconnect.b) and our recruitment services (the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please refrain from using the Service.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the revised version will be effective 180 days after it is posted. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

1. Information We Collect

In the course of providing our recruitment services, we collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Demographic Information: We may collect sensitive information, such as your date of birth, gender, and nationality. This data is shared voluntarily by you and is handled with the utmost care and confidentiality. We only use it to personalize your experience and better match you with relevant opportunities, and it is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
  • Professional Information: Curriculum Vitae (CV), work experience, education history, certifications, skills, language proficiency, and other job-related information.
  • Other Information: Any information you voluntarily submit through our website, job applications, or when interacting with our recruitment team.

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal data in the following ways:

  • Direct Collection: When you fill out forms, register for job alerts, or apply for a job through our website or directly with our recruitment team.
  • Interactivity: When you interact with our website, such as browsing job listings or creating an account.
  • Third-Party Sources: We may also receive personal data from third-party sources, such as LinkedIn, public databases, or other publicly available sources to complete your profile.
  • Communication: When you communicate with us via email, phone, or other means related to job applications or recruitment inquiries.

3. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Recruitment Services: To match your profile with relevant job opportunities and forward your application to potential employers.
  • Job Alerts and Notifications: To send you relevant job listings, updates, and communication related to your job search.
  • Client Services: To facilitate communications between you and our clients (employers).
  • Marketing and Communication: To inform you of new services, job opportunities, or relevant industry news.
  • Compliance: To comply with legal requirements, such as anti-discrimination laws and other regulations.

If we wish to use your data for any purpose other than what is listed above, we will seek your consent first.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent by submitting your personal information to us, for example, when applying for a job or signing up for job alerts.
  • Contractual Necessity: To provide recruitment services as part of the contractual relationship between you and AltusConnect, such as job placement or account management.
  • Legitimate Interest: To manage the recruitment process, enhance our services, and communicate with candidates regarding relevant opportunities.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal obligations such as labor laws, anti-discrimination laws, and tax regulations.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:

  • With Clients: We share your information with potential employers (clients) as part of our recruitment process, to help match your profile with job opportunities.
  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in our operations (e.g., cloud hosting, email services, or data analytics) under strict contractual obligations to protect your data.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal data if required to do so by law, or in response to a valid legal request by public authorities (e.g., a court order or government agency).

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law.

  • Active Applications: Personal data related to active job applications will be retained until the hiring process is completed or for a maximum period of 2 years.
  • Inactive Accounts: If your account remains inactive for more than 2 years, we may remove or anonymize your data unless you request otherwise.
  • Legal Requirements: Certain information may need to be retained longer for legal or regulatory purposes (e.g., tax records, dispute resolution).

7. Your Rights

As a data subject, you have several rights regarding your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request the restriction of processing your data in certain circumstances.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format to transfer to another data controller.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for marketing or legitimate interest purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@altusconnect.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website, analyze trends, and provide personalized content. For more detailed information on how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

9. Security of Your Information

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You submit your data at your own risk.

10. Contact Information and Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: hello@altusconnect.be

We are committed to addressing your concerns in a timely and transparent manner in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

Grievance Mechanism:

If you feel that we have violated your rights under GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority (Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit).

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