Privacy Policy

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Hike Promise (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website hikepromise.com and use our recruitment services.

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

1. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Resume/CV and work experience details

  • Professional certifications, skills, and qualifications

b) Non-Personal Information

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • IP address

  • Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Connect you with potential employers, especially in the big tech industry

  • Match your skills and qualifications with job opportunities

  • Communicate updates, job alerts, and recruitment status

  • Improve our website, services, and user experience

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

  • Potential employers who are our clients, for recruitment purposes

  • Third-party service providers (e.g., background verification, cloud hosting, applicant tracking systems)

  • Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage & Security

  • Your data is stored securely using encryption and access controls.

  • Only authorized personnel have access to your information.

  • While we take reasonable precautions, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Track website performance and usage analytics

  • Personalize content and job recommendations

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work properly.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal data we hold

  • Request corrections to your data

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and contractual obligations)

  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@hikepromise.com

7. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Legal Bases for Processing: We process personal data based on your consent, for contractual necessity, and for legitimate business purposes.

  • Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request us to limit processing of your data in certain cases.

  • Data Transfers: When transferring data outside the EU, we use appropriate safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

8. Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India) Compliance

If you are located in India, your data is processed in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), 2023:

  • Consent: We collect and process your personal data only after obtaining your consent or for legitimate business purposes allowed under the Act.

  • Data Principal Rights: You can request access, correction, or erasure of your data, and you have the right to nominate someone to exercise your rights in case of incapacity or death.

  • Grievance Redressal: For complaints, you can contact our Grievance Officer at privacy@hikepromise.com. We will respond within the timelines mandated by the DPDP Act.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

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

Hike Promise
Email: privacy@hikepromise.com
Website: www.hikepromise.com