My Tech and HR World

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 6th, 2024

Introduction

My HR and Tech World (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users (“you” or “your”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website located at https://mytechandhrworld.com (the “Website”).

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from users:

  • Personal Information (as defined by GDPR and CPRA): This is information that can be used to identify you as an individual. We may collect personal information such as:
    • Name
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • IP address (limited collection and anonymization where possible)
    • Professional information (e.g., job title, company name) – collected only when necessary
    • Comments you leave on our blog posts (pseudonymization encouraged)
    • Information you provide when you download resources or whitepapers

We will only collect personal information that is necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and we will take reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we collect is accurate, complete, and up-to-date.

  • Non-Personal Information: This is information that does not identify you as an individual. We may collect non-personal information such as:
    • Browser type
    • Operating system
    • Referring URL
    • Browsing activity on our website (collected anonymously)

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information (GDPR)

We will only process your personal information under the following lawful bases as defined by the GDPR:

  • Consent: You have given us your clear and unambiguous consent to process your personal information for a specific purpose.
  • Contract: The processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or in order to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
  • Legal Obligation: The processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
  • Legitimate Interests: The processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our website and services, providing you with relevant content, and analyzing website traffic. We will only process your personal information for legitimate interests where those interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

Legal Basis for Personal Information Sales (CPRA)

We do not currently sell your personal information to third parties. However, this Privacy Policy will be updated if our practices change. California residents have the right to opt-out of the sale of their personal information.

Use of Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our website and services
  • To process your requests and transactions
  • To personalize your experience on our website (where you have consented)
  • To send you marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)
  • To analyze how users use our website (anonymously where possible)
  • To improve the security of our website
  • To fulfill our obligations as an HR and technology resource provider (e.g., providing relevant content and connecting users with valuable information)

Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website and provide our services. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure and process it only in accordance with our instructions.

We may also disclose your information if we are required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such disclosure is necessary to comply with a court order, subpoena, or other legal process.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will also consider factors such as legal obligations, dispute resolution needs, and potential business needs in determining how long to retain your information.

Your Rights

Under GDPR:

  • You have the right to access your personal information.
  • You have the right to rectify inaccurate personal information.
  • You have the right to request the erasure of your personal information (with some exceptions).
  • You have the right to restrict the processing of your personal information.
  • You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information.
  • You have the right to data portability.

Under CPRA:

  • You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose about you.
  • You have the right to delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
  • You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights,

please contact us using the contact information below.

International Data Transfers (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your personal information may be transferred to countries outside the EEA that do not have the same data protection laws as the EEA. We will take steps to ensure that your personal information is transferred in accordance with applicable law and adequately protected. This may include:

  • Entering into standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.
  • Transferring your personal information to countries that have been deemed to provide an adequate level of data protection by the European Commission.

Cookies

We use cookies on our website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Track website traffic
  • Personalize your experience on our website (where you have consented)
  • Analyze how users use our website (anonymously where possible)

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will delete that information from our records.

Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Dispute Resolution (GDPR)

If you have a complaint about how we handle your personal information, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in the EEA.

California Residents (CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you can also exercise your rights under the CPRA by contacting us using the methods described above. You can also visit our Do Not Sell My Info page at Do Not Sell My Info page to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the CPRA.

Please note: This is a sample privacy policy and may need to be modified to comply with the specific requirements of GDPR and CPRA. You should consult with an attorney to ensure that your privacy policy is compliant with all applicable laws.