1. Who We Are

RozgarLocal is operated by TETHERHOST WEB LLP ("we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our Platform and any related services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us:

• Account Information: Name, email address, mobile number, password.
• Profile Information: State, city, job skills, experience, profile photo.
• Employer Information: Company name, business details, job postings.
• Payment Information: Transaction IDs processed through Razorpay (we do not store card details).
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our support system.

We also collect information automatically:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent).
• Device information (device type, operating system).
• Usage data (features used, search queries, job categories browsed).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account.
• Connect job seekers with employers.
• Process payments and verify transactions.
• Send job alerts, OTPs, and account notifications via email or WhatsApp.
• Improve our Platform and develop new features.
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Employers: Your job application data is shared with the employer you apply to.
• Payment Processors: Razorpay processes payments on our behalf.
• WhatsApp/SMS Providers: For OTP delivery (only your phone number is shared).
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.

We require all third-party service providers to maintain appropriate security measures to protect your information.

5. Google Sign-In

If you choose to sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from Google. We use this information only to create and manage your account. We do not access your Google contacts, calendar, or any other Google data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

Some data may be retained for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or dispute resolution purposes even after account deletion.

7. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

Passwords are stored using secure hashing algorithms and are never stored in plain text.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Opt out of marketing communications.
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us through the Platform's support section.

9. Cookies

We use session tokens (stored in your browser's local storage) to keep you logged in. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the Platform's support section.