Effective Date: December 13th, 2024
This Privacy Policy explains how VOLAR LABS, INC. (“Squad,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our website https://www.squadtalent.xyz/ and related services (“Services”).
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you fill out and submit forms on our website. This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Company name
- Job title
- Resume or professional profile information
- Any other information you choose to provide in your message or form submission
We do not require you to create an account or log in to use our website, and we do not collect any account credentials or persistent profile data. We may also collect certain technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, through cookies or similar technologies if used.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Provide and improve our Services
- Communicate with you about updates, offers, or news (with your consent, where required)Analyze website usage and trends
- Ensure the security and integrity of our website
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Employers and Hiring Companies: If you submit your information as a candidate, we will share your data (such as your resume, work history, contact details, and interview recordings) with companies seeking to hire through Squad. This sharing is a core function of our marketplace and is done solely for recruitment and hiring purposes.
- Interview Recordings: With your consent, Squad may record technical interviews between candidates and our interviewers. These recordings are shared with client companies for evaluation as part of the hiring process and are accessible only to authorized representatives of the hiring company and Squad personnel. All parties are expected to maintain the confidentiality and security of these recordings.
- Service Providers: Vendors who help us operate our website, host data, provide analytics, or support customer service.Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets.
- With Your Consent: As directed by you.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Client Data
We collect and process information provided by our clients, including job descriptions, company information, and hiring requirements, solely for the purpose of delivering our recruitment and marketplace services. This information may be shared with potential candidates or third-party service providers as needed to facilitate the hiring process. We do not sell client data to third parties.
5. Candidate and Client Consent
By submitting your information to Squad, you consent to the sharing of your data as described above. If you participate in a recorded interview, you will be informed and asked to consent prior to recording. If you wish to withdraw your consent or request deletion of your data or recordings, please contact us at operations@squadtalent.xyz.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze site traffic and usage
- Improve your experience on our website
You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you wish to know more about cookies we use, please contact us.
7. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. We may delete or anonymize your data when it is no longer needed.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise your rights, contact us at operations@squadtalent.xyz.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us.
11. International Users
If you access our Services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. and other countries.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing information.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
VOLAR LABS, INC.
operations@squadtalent.xyz
19 West 24th Street, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10010