Last Updated: January 2025
At CoastalHut (www.coastalhut.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or use our website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information from users:
A. Personal Information
When you visit our website or register for services, we may collect personal information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Contact number
- Resume and other application-related data
- Job preferences and related details
B. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personally identifiable information automatically when you visit our site, including:
- Browser type
- IP address
- Device information
- Referring website or page
- Interaction with our website (pages visited, clicks, time spent)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide you with job notifications and updates
- Enhance your user experience and website functionality
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Analyze website traffic and improve our services
- Send newsletters or promotional emails (with your consent)
- Process job applications and connect you with potential employers
- Comply with legal requirements and protect against fraud
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement various measures to safeguard it. These measures include:
- Secure encryption technologies to protect sensitive data during transmission
- Access control mechanisms to restrict unauthorized access to your data
- Regular security audits and updates to ensure our systems are secure However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- With Employers: If you apply for a job through our platform, your application information (including resume and contact details) will be shared with the respective employer for the purpose of considering your application.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services (e.g., hosting services, email delivery, etc.). These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at coastalhut[at]gmail[dot]com.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites are not governed by this Privacy Policy, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date at the top of the page will be revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
CoastalHut
Email: coastalhut[at]gmail[dot]com
By using CoastalHut, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
