Koluvu Jobs Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 17, 2025
Last Updated: August 17, 2025
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Koluvu Jobs, your trust is our foundation. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your data. This policy explains our practices in simple, clear language.
Information We Collect
Job Seekers
Required Information:
- Full name and contact details (phone, email)
- Location (city/state for job matching)
- Work experience and skills
- Preferred job categories
- Resume/CV (if uploaded)
Optional Information:
- Profile photo
- Additional certifications or skills
- Salary expectations
- Availability preferences
Social Media Login Information
When you sign up or log in using Facebook or Google, we collect:
- Facebook Login: Your name, email address, and profile picture (if you choose to use it)
- Google Sign-In: Your name, email address, and profile picture (if you choose to use it)
- Account linking: We use this information to create or link to your existing Koluvu Jobs account
Important: We only request minimal permissions from Facebook and Google. We do NOT access your friends list, posts, or other social media content. We only use the information necessary to create your account and verify your identity.
Employers/Recruiters
Business Information:
- Company name and registration details
- Business contact information
- Industry type and hiring needs
- Job posting details and requirements
Automatically Collected Data
- App usage patterns (which features you use, time spent)
- Device information (type of phone, operating system version)
- Location data (only when you use location-based job search)
- Communication logs within the app (for quality and safety)
How We Use Your Information
Core Platform Functions
- Job Matching: Connect you with relevant opportunities based on your profile
- Verification: Ensure all job postings are legitimate and safe
- Communication: Enable secure messaging between job seekers and employers
- Account Security: Protect your account from unauthorized access
- Social Login: Use Facebook/Google information to streamline account creation and login
Service Improvement
- App Enhancement: Understand how to make our platform better
- Customer Support: Help resolve issues and answer questions
- Safety Measures: Identify and prevent fraudulent activities
Legal Compliance
- Respond to legal requests when required by law
- Comply with employment regulations and data protection laws
What We DON'T Do With Your Data
We NEVER:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Share your data with other job platforms or competitors
- Send spam or unwanted marketing messages
- Track you outside of our app without permission
- Share your salary information or negotiation details
- Provide your contact details to unverified companies
- Post anything to your Facebook or Google accounts
- Access your social media posts, friends, or other content beyond basic profile info
Data Sharing - Limited and Transparent
Within Our Platform Only:
- Job Applications: Your basic profile is shared with employers only when you apply for their jobs
- Verification Process: Our internal team reviews job postings to ensure legitimacy
- Customer Support: Our support team may access your account to help resolve issues
Third-Party Services:
- Facebook: When you use Facebook Login, your authentication is handled by Facebook's secure servers
- Google: When you use Google Sign-In, your authentication is handled by Google's secure servers
- Firebase: We use Google's Firebase for secure data storage and authentication
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose information if required by Indian law or to protect user safety, but we will:
- Notify you unless legally prohibited
- Limit disclosure to only necessary information
- Challenge overly broad requests when possible
Your Rights and Controls
Access and Control:
- View Your Data: See all information we have about you
- Update Information: Change or correct your profile anytime
- Download Data: Get a copy of your information in a readable format
- Delete Account: Permanently remove your account and associated data
- Disconnect Social Accounts: You can disconnect Facebook or Google login anytime
Communication Preferences:
- Job Alerts: Control what job notifications you receive
- Platform Updates: Choose whether to receive app updates and news
- Marketing: Opt out of promotional communications (we send very few)
Privacy Settings:
- Profile Visibility: Control who can see your full profile
- Contact Information: Limit who can access your phone/email
- Location Sharing: Turn location-based matching on/off
Data Security and Protection
Technical Safeguards:
- Encryption: Your data is encrypted during transmission and storage
- Secure Servers: We use industry-standard cloud security measures
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access user data
- Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices
- Social Login Security: Facebook and Google logins use OAuth 2.0 secure authentication
Verification Security:
- Manual Review: Human verification of all job postings for legitimacy
- Company Validation: We verify employer credentials before allowing job posts
- Scam Prevention: Continuous monitoring for fraudulent activities
Data Retention
How Long We Keep Your Information:
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Job Applications: Application history kept for 2 years for reference
- Deleted Accounts: Most data deleted within 30 days of account closure
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
- Analytics Data: Anonymized usage data may be retained for service improvement
- Social Login Data: If you disconnect social accounts, associated data is removed
Children's Privacy
Koluvu Jobs is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we discover we have collected information from someone under 18, we will delete it immediately.
International Users
While Koluvu Jobs primarily serves India, our servers and data processing may involve international transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any cross-border data transfers.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
When you use social login features, please also review:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:
- Notify You: Send notice of significant changes via app notification or email
- Explain Changes: Clearly describe what has changed and why
- Respect Your Choice: Give you options if changes affect how we use your data
Contact Us
Privacy Questions or Concerns:
- Email: hi@chitti.org
- Phone: 7287025149
- Address: Jagtial, Telangana, India
Data Rights Requests:
To exercise your rights (access, correction, deletion), contact us using the above information. We will respond within 30 days.
Complaints:
If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you can file a complaint with India's Data Protection Authority or contact us directly to resolve the issue.
Key Principles We Follow
- Transparency: We explain clearly what we do with your data
- Consent: We ask permission before using your information in new ways
- Security: We protect your data with industry-standard measures
- Purpose Limitation: We only use data for the purposes we've explained
- Data Minimization: We collect only what we need to provide our services
- User Control: You have choices about how your data is used
Trust Commitment
Your trust is essential to our mission of creating scam-free employment opportunities. If you ever have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us immediately. We are committed to addressing any issues promptly and transparently.
This privacy policy complies with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and other applicable Indian data protection laws.