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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 1st, 2025

1. Introduction

At PIkCV, your privacy is paramount. This Privacy Policy outlines how PIkCV ("we," "us," or "our"), accessible at https://boltcv.com, collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

We adhere to the following principles:

  • We thoughtfully limit the personal information we request and collect.
  • We retain personal information only as long as necessary.
  • We empower you to control how your information is shared, indexed, or deleted.
  • We prioritize transparency in how we gather, use, and share your data.

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected when you use:

  • PIkCV's website (https://boltcv.com) and all subdomains.
  • Services related to resume creation, account management, and other features offered by PIkCV.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information in three ways:

A. Information You Provide

  • Account Details: To create an account, we require only your email address. You may optionally provide additional details (e.g., name, phone number).
  • Resume Content: Information included in your resume, such as work history, education, or skills.
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details processed securely via third-party providers (e.g., Stripe).
  • Communications: Data shared when you contact support, respond to surveys, or participate in promotions.

B. Automated Collection

  • Usage Data: Actions performed on PIkCV (e.g., resume edits, feature usage), device information (e.g., screen size, browser type), and IP addresses.
  • Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies and pixel tags to enhance user experience, analyze trends, and measure ad effectiveness. You may disable cookies via browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

C. Third-Party Sources

If you sign up via services like Google or Facebook, we receive basic profile information (e.g., username) as permitted by their policies.

4. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services (e.g., resume storage, account management).
  • Personalize your experience (e.g., job recommendations based on your resume).
  • Communicate updates, promotions, or security alerts.
  • Detect and prevent fraud, spam, or illegal activities.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. Data is shared only in limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third parties (e.g., payment processors, email services) necessary to operate our platform.
  • Legal Compliance: To respond to subpoenas, court orders, or other lawful requests.
  • Business Transfers: In mergers, acquisitions, or bankruptcy, user data may transfer as a business asset.
  • With Consent: For example, sharing your resume with potential employers if you explicitly agree.

6. Security

We implement reasonable safeguards (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights & Choices

  • Access/Correct Data: Review or update your account information via your dashboard.
  • Delete Data: Request permanent deletion by emailing [email protected].
  • Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe via links in promotional emails or adjust settings in your account.
  • GDPR Rights: EU users may request data access, correction, restriction, or portability. Contact us to exercise these rights.

8. Children's Privacy

PIkCV is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. International Data Transfers

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), data may be transferred outside the EEA. We ensure protections through:

  • Standard contractual clauses with third parties.
  • Compliance with frameworks like the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield (where applicable).

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be notified via email or website announcements. Continued use of PIkCV after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions, data requests, or concerns, contact us at [email protected]

Acknowledgment

By using PIkCV, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.

Your privacy matters. Thank you for trusting PIkCV.