Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BLU Whale Consultancy ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our recruitment and HR services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register on the website or express interest in our services
• Submit your resume or job application
• Request information about our services
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• Contact us through email, phone, or contact forms

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Employment history and professional qualifications
• Educational background and certifications
• Resume/CV and cover letters
• References and work authorization status
• Salary expectations and availability

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Click patterns and navigation paths

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Recruitment Services: To match candidates with suitable job opportunities and present qualified candidates to our clients
• Communication: To contact you regarding job opportunities, application status, and relevant updates
• Service Improvement: To understand user behavior and improve our website and services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Marketing: To send you information about our services, industry insights, and career opportunities (with your consent)
• Analytics: To analyze trends, track user engagement, and measure the effectiveness of our services

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Employers and Clients

When you apply for positions through our services, we share your resume and relevant information with potential employers who have job openings matching your profile.

4.2 With Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services, such as:

• Cloud storage and hosting providers
• Email and communication platforms
• Analytics and data processing services
• Background verification services (with your consent)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Candidate profiles and resumes are retained for up to 2 years from the last interaction
• Client and employment records are retained as required by applicable employment laws
• Communication records are maintained for business and legal compliance purposes

You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us (see Section 9).

6. Data Security

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

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Secure data storage with encrypted databases

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service provider
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality and performance
• Deliver relevant content and advertisements

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

9. Contact Us

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

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

12. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our services from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India where our servers and databases are located. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to India.