Privacy Policy

 

Last Updated: April 16, 2025

At fourwaysconsulting (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the secure, transparent, and lawful handling of your personal data in compliance with applicable regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [insert website URL], use our mobile application, or engage with our services (collectively, the “Services”). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with its terms, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Data You Provide

  • Identification: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, company name, job title, account details.
  • Professional Data: Resume/CV, work history, qualifications, job preferences, salary expectations, certifications, visa/work permit status, references.
  • Financial Data: Payment information (e.g., credit card number, expiration date) for purchases or subscriptions, processed securely via third-party providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
  • Sensitive Data: Gender, ethnicity (for diversity reporting, where legally permitted and with consent).
  • Contest/Survey Data: Information provided during contests, giveaways, or surveys.
  • Communication Data: Information submitted via contact forms, emails, phone calls, or live chats.

B. Data Collected Automatically

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type/version, operating system, device identifiers (e.g., mobile device ID, model, manufacturer), access times, pages visited, and clickstream data (via tools like Google Analytics).
  • Interaction Data: Length of visits, page interactions (e.g., scrolling, clicks), referral sources, and browsing history.
  • Log Data: Server logs capturing browser details, visit timestamps, and page views.

C. Mobile Application Data

  • Geo-Location: Location-based data (with permission) for location-specific services.
  • Device Access: Access to device features (e.g., camera, contacts, calendar, microphone) with your consent, adjustable in device settings.
  • Push Notifications: Account or service-related notifications, which you can disable in device settings.

D. Third-Party Data

  • Social Network Data: Information from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn (e.g., username, profile picture, contacts) if you connect your account.
  • Partner Data: Information from resellers, business partners, or clients (e.g., contact details, service requests).
  • Third-Party Sources: Data from analytics providers, advertising networks, or background verification agencies.

You are not obligated to provide personal information, but refusal may limit access to certain features or services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your information for the following purposes, based on legal grounds such as contract necessity, consent, legitimate interests, or legal obligations:

  • Service Delivery: Provide recruitment, staffing, banking, payroll, or operational solutions; facilitate job placements; process payments; manage accounts.
  • Communication: Respond to inquiries, send newsletters, service updates, or marketing materials (with consent).
  • Compliance: Meet legal obligations (e.g., tax reporting, immigration checks, fraud prevention).
  • Improvement: Enhance website functionality, analyze traffic, and improve service quality through statistical analysis and market research.
  • Security: Verify identity, prevent fraud, ensure the security of our Services, and manage litigation.
  • Interactive Features: Enable features like live chat, webinars, or blogs.
  • Marketing/Advertising: Deliver personalized ads or promotions (with consent or opt-out options).
  • Analytics: Compile anonymized reports to optimize Services.

We do not use your information for automated profiling without consent.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Affiliates: Our parent company, subsidiaries, or joint ventures, bound by this Privacy Policy.
  • Third-Party Service Providers: Payment processors, IT/cloud providers, analytics firms, email delivery services, or background verification agencies, limited to necessary data and bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • Clients/Business Partners: For job placements, service delivery, or co-branded promotions (with consent where required).
  • Legal Authorities: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or to protect our rights, property, or safety (e.g., fraud prevention, national security).
  • Business Transactions: Prospective buyers or sellers in case of mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.
  • Advertising Networks: For targeted ads, using cookies or tracking technologies (opt-out available).

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information without your consent, except as described above.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and tracking pixels to enhance your experience, analyze performance, and deliver ads:

  • Essential Cookies: Enable core functionality (e.g., login, navigation).
  • Performance Cookies: Measure traffic and usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Functional Cookies: Remember preferences (e.g., language, region).
  • Advertising Cookies: Serve targeted ads (opt-out via browser settings).

Cookies are small text files stored on your device; web beacons collect limited data (e.g., page views). You can manage cookies via browser settings, but disabling them may affect functionality. For details, see our Cookie Policy below.

5. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States or other countries where we or our affiliates/partners operate. We implement safeguards for cross-border transfers, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions, to ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulations. By using our Services, you consent to such transfers where applicable.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you may have the following rights:

Right Description
Access Request a copy of your personal data.
Rectification Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure Request deletion (subject to legal retention requirements).
Restriction Limit processing under certain conditions.
Portability Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection Opt out of marketing, ads, or automated decision-making.
Withdraw Consent Revoke consent for specific processing (e.g., marketing).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert email, e.g., privacy@yourorganization.com]. We will respond within 30 days or as required by law. You may also lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (e.g., ICO for UK, CNIL for France).

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

  • Business Purposes: Active service delivery, recruitment, or contractual obligations.
  • Legal Requirements: Tax records (7+ years), employment laws, or litigation holds.
  • Consent-Based Processing: Marketing until consent is withdrawn.

Data no longer needed is securely anonymized or deleted.

8. Security Measures

We implement technical (e.g., SSL encryption, firewalls), organizational (e.g., access controls, staff training), and physical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You are responsible for keeping your account password confidential and notifying us of any unauthorized use.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their privacy policies before sharing information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our Services after updates implies acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

  • Email: [insert email, e.g., privacy@yourorganization.com]
  • Address: [insert address, e.g., 123 Main St, City, State, ZIP, Country]

EU/UK residents may also contact their local Data Protection Authority.

Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance website functionality, remember preferences, and analyze performance. Web beacons and tracking pixels collect limited data (e.g., page views, timestamps).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for navigation, login, and core functionality.
  • Performance Cookies: Analyze traffic and usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Functional Cookies: Save preferences (e.g., language, region).
  • Advertising Cookies: Deliver targeted ads (opt-out via browser settings).

3. Managing Cookies

You can block or manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit access to certain features. For more information, visit [insert link to external cookie management guide, e.g., www.allaboutcookies.org].