VBeyond is dedicated to protecting your privacy and security against unauthorized use. This privacy policy page describes how VBeyond and its affiliates or subsidiaries (collectively known as “VBeyond”, “We”, or “Us”) collects, uses, transfers, and discloses User (referred to as “Your”) information. The policies adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) guidelines.
This policy covers information VBeyond collects in connection with our services and products. This policy also covers information collected via our associated mediums, including:
- Websites operating under VBeyond, its affiliates, or subsidiaries.
- The software applications that you are using on your computer or mobile devices.
- Our social media pages
- HTML-formatted email messages that we send our users using the website, applications, social media pages, or any other online system operating under VBeyond.
This privacy policy also covers user information collected via other means, such as personal discussions, telephonic conversations, and online or non-electronic communications. If you choose to use our services, then you agree to this policy of data collection and usage. The personal information that we collect is used to improve our services and we do not share your information with any unauthorized source excluding the ones described in this privacy policy.
Who We Are
VBeyond is a diversity-focused global recruitment firm that provides talent management, consulting, and end-to-end search services. We provide recruitment services to businesses searching for talent in the middle to senior management levels.
Our services span multiple industries, several functions and domains. We also help our clients with the right strategies to retain their best talents and coach candidates to attain their maximum potential.
Collection of User Information
When you register with us or use our services, we may seek permission or collect specific identifiable information (personal information). The personal information that we may collect includes:
- Internet activity such as browsing history, IP address, cookies, and geolocation data.
- Identifiers such as first and last name, email, or mobile number if you download certain reports or case studies.
- Professional information such as job title or interest if you download certain job-specific reports.
If you are a job applicant, candidate, or our employee, we may collect the following information:
- Identifiers such as your name and contact information (postal address) and any login ID or email address and password created by you.
- Professional or employment-related information such as job search preferences, notice period, work availability, employment experience, educational history, employment history, skills, references, background check information, salary expectations, ability to work in different locations, language skills, or any other information available in your CV.
- Emergency contact information such as full name and mobile number.
- Bank information in case you work with us such as bank account number and direct deposit information for payment.
If you are a customer, we may collect the following information:
- Personal identifiers such as your full name, phone number, and email.
- Professional and employment-related information such as company name, department, and job title.
- Bank information if we render services to you.
If you are a vendor or independent contractors, we may collect the following information:
- User’s identifiers such as full name, phone number, and email.
- Professional and employment-related information such as your company name, department, and job title.
- Bank information if we render services to you.
If you are a prospective customer, we may collect the following information:
- User’s identifiers such as full name, phone number, and email.
- Professional and employment-related information such as your company name, department, and job title.
You also agree to receive our promotional text or service-based messages by providing your mobile number. However, consent to receiving marketing or service-based text messages is not required if you are working with us. If you do not wish to receive our text messages, skip providing your mobile number to us.
Use of Personal Data that We Collect
We disclose the purpose of personal data collection. We use the user’s personal information to register them with our online channels. Also, professional and employment data is used to inform the user of employment opportunities and career-related information. We also use this information to manage our relationship with you and carry our marketing activities. The data collected is also used to deliver top-notch service. We may also use this data to send automated emails, text messages, or marketing materials related to our services, offers, or employment opportunities. We may also use this data for business purposes such as data analysis, audits, research, and service improvement.
Furthermore, we also use your personal information as described in the section below titled “Disclosure of Personal Information”.
No Sales of Personal Information
We do not sell any of your personal information in the preceding 24 months.
Disclosure of Personal Information
For business purposes, VBeyond may disclose the following set of personal information to third party vendors:
- Personal identifiers such as name and email address.
- Attributes of protected classifications under Nevada, California or Federal law such as gender.
- Internet or other online activity information such as network activity, browsing history, search history, and user behaviour.
- Information protected against security breaches such as banking data.
- Professional or employment-related information.
- Education information.
VBeyond may disclose such personal data to following third party vendors:
- Service providers
- Existing and potential customers
- Candidates
- Regulatory and government authorities or courts to comply with applicable laws
- Business transfers
- Affiliates or subsidiaries
Collection and Use of Other Information
“Other Information” is referred to any user data that does not fall under personal identifiers and is not directly related to an identifiable individual. We may collect other information via different sources and methods, namely:
- Through user’s browser, computer, mobile device or any other similar technology
- Analytic software such as Google Analytics
- IP address
- Cookies
Cookies
Cookies are small bits of data used as an anonymous unique identifier for every online user. These tiny pieces of data allow us to collect information such as browser type, time spent on a website, page visits, registrations, submissions, demographics, information requests, language preferences, and other traffic data. This information is used for security purposes and to identify user’s online identities along with the device in use. It is also used to facilitate effective navigation, display information, and personalize user experience. This data is also used to improve services, website functionalities, and marketing campaigns.
If you don’t want us to collect and use cookies, you may choose to decline the request while visiting our website. However, you may experience some inconvenience if you choose not to accept cookies.
Cookies cannot spread a computer virus or harm your computer in any way. Some of the cookies are session cookies and expire once you close your browser while some require deletion from the device.
Data Retention
You can also exercise a few rights with connection with your personal information and it has been disclosed below:
- Right to access your data: You can ask us to confirm whether or not we process your personal data and, to have access to the personal data and any additional information.
- Right to correction: If you find us holding any incorrect data, you have the right to get these inaccuracies corrected. You also have the right to get any incomplete personal data completed.
- Right to removal:In certain situations, you have the right to ask us to erase your personal data.
- Right to object processing: You have the right to object us from processing your personal data under certain situations.
Retargeting
We may use third-party advertising and marketing companies to serve our ads to our users. These campaigns are designed upon the personal data collected through several media. To do so, these companies may place or recognize a unique cookie on your browser. By using the website, you consent to the use of cookies or other tracking technologies to support our campaigns and provide you with better, personalized services. However, third-party vendors are impelled not to reveal or use the information for any other purposes.
Internet-Based Transfers
Internet is a global environment and using the internet to collect & process personal data often involves the transmission of the same. Therefore, by agreeing to this policy you agree to our manner of data processing.
Data Security
VBeyond uses organizational, technical, and administrative measures to protect user’s personal information. Unfortunately, no online data transmission or storage can guarantee 100% security. If you have any reason to believe that your personal data is no longer safe with us, you can immediately reach out and notify us via our “Contact Us” section.
Link to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be redirected to another website. Please note that these third-party links are not operated by us and we are not responsible for the privacy, information, or other practices on these websites. We urge you to review their privacy policy before using their services.
Use of Website by Minors
Our services do not address anyone under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect identifiable information from minors. In case, we receive any such information it is immediately deleted from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, we request you to Contact Us so that immediate action can be taken.
For Nevada Residents
We do not sell personal information of any user. Nevada residents may email questions regarding our practices related to personal information. Please refer to the Contact Us Page or the email and phone number provided on the website.
Jurisdictional Issues
The website is controlled and operated by us from the United States and is not intended to subject us to the laws and jurisdictions of any state, country, or territory other than the United States.
For California Residents
If you are a California resident, you have the right to access your personal information defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and other applicable laws or regulations. You can request us for the disclosure or deletion of your personal information. If you would like to exercise any of these rights and request access or deletion of your information, please Contact Us.
However, in order to verify your request, you need to provide your legal first & last name, the email address used to correspond with VBeyond, your relationship with us, and the state you currently live in. Once the information is submitted, it will be verified from our end before an action is taken.
You may also make the data access or deletion request by calling us by email or postal mail at the address in the “Contact Us” section.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time and hence advise you to review this page constantly for any changes. The changes will be effective immediately once updated on this page.
Contact Us
You can contact us using contact us page, phone number, or email address provided on our website.