Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, complete your profile, post jobs, or communicate through our platform.

• Personal information (name, email address, phone number)
• Professional information (qualifications, experience, certifications)
• Location data for job matching purposes
• Communications and messages sent through our platform

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Match candidates with suitable job opportunities
• Enable communication between users
• Send you relevant notifications and updates
• Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud
• With service providers who assist in platform operations

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

• All data is encrypted in transit using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
• Your data is stored on secure, encrypted servers hosted by Supabase (a trusted cloud infrastructure provider) with data centers located in the EU, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR requirements
• Two-factor authentication (2FA) is available and recommended for all user accounts to provide an additional layer of security
• Regular security audits and monitoring to detect and prevent unauthorized access
• Secure authentication through Google OAuth, eliminating the need to store passwords
• Access controls and role-based permissions to ensure only authorized users can access specific data

While we take all reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but remain committed to protecting your information to the best of our ability.

5. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Request erasure of your data
• Restrict processing of your data
• Data portability
• Object to processing

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's supervisory authority for data protection issues (www.ico.org.uk).

TradesBoard® is registered with the ICO under registration number: ZC017888.

6. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at: info@tradesboard.co.uk