Privacy Policy
How AustBridge may collect, use and protect information provided through the platform.
1. Introduction
AustBridge respects the privacy of people who use our website and services. This Privacy Policy explains, in general terms, how information may be collected, used, stored and protected when you use the AustBridge platform.
By creating an account or using relevant services, you acknowledge that information may be processed as described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We May Collect
Depending on the services you use, AustBridge may collect information such as:
- Name and contact information.
- Email address and telephone number.
- Account login information.
- Candidate profile information.
- Employment and professional information.
- CVs, resumes and supporting documents.
- Information submitted as part of a job application.
- Employer or organisation information.
- Messages and enquiries submitted through the platform.
- Technical information such as browser, device and basic access information.
3. Information You Provide
You are responsible for ensuring that information submitted to AustBridge is accurate, current and appropriate for the purpose for which it is provided.
You should not submit information belonging to another person unless you have the appropriate authority or permission to do so.
4. How We May Use Information
Information may be used for purposes including:
- Creating and managing user accounts.
- Providing candidate and employer services.
- Processing and managing job applications.
- Communicating with users about their accounts, applications or enquiries.
- Providing relevant platform notifications.
- Improving website functionality and security.
- Detecting misuse, fraud or security threats.
- Complying with applicable legal obligations.
5. Candidate Information
Candidates may provide professional information, CVs, qualifications, employment history and other supporting information when using recruitment-related services.
Where a candidate applies for a vacancy, relevant information may be made available to the employer or recruitment party responsible for reviewing that application, subject to the features and processes of the platform.
6. Employer Information
Employers may provide organisation details, contact information, vacancy information and other information necessary to use employer-related services.
Employers are responsible for ensuring that job advertisements and candidate-related activities comply with applicable laws and their own obligations.
7. Uploaded Documents
Users may be able to upload CVs, certificates, identification-related documents or other supporting files depending on the service being used.
Uploaded documents should contain only information necessary for the relevant purpose. Users should avoid uploading unnecessary sensitive information.
8. Account Security
AustBridge may use technical and organisational measures designed to protect account information and platform data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.
However, no internet-based system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users are responsible for keeping their passwords and account credentials confidential.
9. Cookies and Technical Information
AustBridge may use session cookies and similar technical mechanisms to maintain login sessions, remember necessary settings and support the normal operation of the website.
Technical information may also be used for security, diagnostics and performance improvements.
10. Sharing of Information
AustBridge does not intend to sell personal information simply for the purpose of selling user data.
Information may, where necessary and appropriate, be shared with employers, service providers, technical providers, authorised personnel or relevant authorities for legitimate platform, business or legal purposes.
11. Third-Party Services
The platform may use third-party services such as hosting providers, email providers, payment services, analytics services or other technical providers.
Such providers may process information as necessary to provide their respective services and may have their own privacy policies.
12. Data Retention
Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the relevant service, maintain records, resolve disputes, improve security or comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
13. Your Choices and Requests
Depending on applicable law and the services involved, users may have rights relating to access, correction, updating or deletion of certain personal information.
Requests may be submitted through the official AustBridge contact channel.
14. Children's Privacy
AustBridge services are intended for users who are legally able to use the relevant services. We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children where such collection is prohibited by law.
15. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, security practices or legal requirements.
The updated version will be published on this page with the relevant effective or updated date.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related enquiry, please use the AustBridge contact page.