Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 6, 2025

At SeaworthyCareers ("we", "us", or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using SeaworthyCareers, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This document also covers our Cookie Policy, GDPR compliance measures, and Terms of Service.

1 Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or use our services
  • Submit a job application or upload your CV/resume
  • Contact us through our contact forms or email
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
  • Interact with our website or services

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, postal address, employment history, education details, skills, qualifications, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this information.

Business Client Information

For businesses using our recruitment services, we may collect company name, contact details, job requirements, hiring preferences, and payment information.

2 How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

  • Job Matching & Recruitment: To match job seekers with suitable employment opportunities and connect businesses with qualified candidates
  • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our recruitment services
  • Communication: To send you service-related notifications, updates, and marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Personalization: To customize your experience and provide relevant job recommendations
  • Analytics: To analyze website usage, understand user behavior, and improve our services
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security concerns

3 Cookie Policy

SeaworthyCareers uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and choices (such as language, region, or job search filters) to provide enhanced, personalized features.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our services.

Marketing Cookies

Track your online activity to help deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an advertisement.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in various ways:

  • Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies through their settings
  • You can delete cookies that have already been set
  • You can set your browser to notify you when cookies are being sent
  • Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website

Note: By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

4 GDPR Compliance

SeaworthyCareers is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and protecting the rights of individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA) and beyond.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: You have given explicit consent for us to process your data for specific purposes
  • Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
  • Legal Obligation: We must process your data to comply with legal requirements
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided it doesn't override your rights

Data Protection Principles

We adhere to the following GDPR principles:

Lawfulness & Transparency

We process data lawfully and inform you how we use it

Purpose Limitation

Data is collected for specific, legitimate purposes

Data Minimization

We only collect data that is necessary and relevant

Accuracy

We keep your data accurate and up to date

Storage Limitation

Data is retained only as long as necessary

Security

We implement appropriate security measures

International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions, to protect your information in accordance with GDPR requirements.

5 Data Protection & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Encryption

All data transmitted to and from our website is encrypted using SSL/TLS technology

Access Controls

Strict access controls ensure only authorized personnel can access personal data

Secure Storage

Your data is stored on secure servers with regular backups and monitoring

Staff Training

Our team is trained on data protection best practices and confidentiality

Important: While we implement robust security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continually work to protect your information.

6 Your Rights

Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you

Right to Rectification

You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data

Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit how we use your data

Right to Data Portability

You can request to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format

Right to Object

You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing

Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your data

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You can file a complaint with your local data protection authority

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact form:

We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

7 Terms of Service

By accessing and using SeaworthyCareers, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

Use of Services

  • You must be at least 18 years old to use our services
  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You agree not to use our services for any unlawful or prohibited purposes
  • You will not attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of our website

Job Seeker Terms

  • Job application submissions are subject to employer review and selection
  • We do not guarantee job placement or interview opportunities
  • You grant us permission to share your CV and application information with potential employers
  • You are responsible for the accuracy of information in your CV and applications
  • Our services are free for job seekers unless otherwise specified

Business Client Terms

  • Recruitment services are provided as described in individual service agreements
  • Payment terms are outlined in your service contract
  • You agree to conduct fair and non-discriminatory hiring practices
  • You are responsible for compliance with all applicable employment laws
  • Job postings must be accurate, legal, and non-discriminatory

Intellectual Property

All content on SeaworthyCareers, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of SeaworthyCareers or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Limitation of Liability

SeaworthyCareers provides services "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of job listings
  • We are not responsible for the conduct of employers or job seekers
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Service or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms of Service or your use of our services shall be resolved through good faith negotiations. If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in our registered location.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these external sites. Use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

8 Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or your personal information, please contact us:

Company Name

SeaworthyCareers

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on November 6, 2025