NextJobQuest

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Overview

NextJobQuest ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website, services, and Chrome extension.

1. Information We Collect

Website and Platform Services

We collect information you provide directly to us when you create an account, build your CV, or use our services. This includes:

  • Personal information (name, email, phone number)
  • Professional information (work history, education, skills)
  • Account credentials
  • Communication preferences

Chrome Extension Additional Data

When you use our NextJobQuest AI Auto Apply Chrome extension, we additionally collect:

  • Resume/CV file content (for automated job applications)
  • LinkedIn profile information (with your explicit permission)
  • Job application data (job titles, company names, application dates, status)
  • Job search preferences and filters
  • Application success metrics
  • Extension usage patterns and performance data

Data We Do NOT Collect

  • LinkedIn passwords or login credentials
  • Personal conversations or messages
  • Financial information
  • Data unrelated to job applications
  • Information from other websites or services

2. How We Use Your Information

Core Platform Services

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Match you with relevant job opportunities
  • Personalize your experience
  • Send important updates and notifications

Chrome Extension Services

  • Automate job applications according to your preferences
  • Fill application forms with your provided information
  • Track and display your application history
  • Provide analytics on your job search performance
  • Enhance extension functionality and reliability
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and provide support

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We DO NOT Share Your Data With:

  • Third-party advertisers
  • Data brokers or marketing companies
  • Social media platforms (except LinkedIn for application purposes)
  • Other job seekers or users

Limited Sharing Only When:

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our service (under strict data protection agreements)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others

4. Data Security

Protection Measures:

  • Industry-standard encryption for data transmission
  • Secure storage of personal information
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis

Chrome Extension Security:

  • No storage of LinkedIn passwords
  • Uses LinkedIn's official protocols and APIs
  • Respects LinkedIn's terms of service and rate limits
  • Secure session management

5. Your Data Rights

Access and Control:

  • View all data we've collected about you
  • Update or correct your profile information
  • Download your application history
  • Delete your account and associated data

Privacy Settings:

  • Control which information is shared
  • Adjust application automation preferences
  • Opt-out of analytics collection
  • Manage notification preferences

6. Data Retention

How Long We Keep Your Data:

  • Active account data: Retained while your account is active
  • Application history: Up to 2 years for analytics and improvement
  • Deleted account data: Permanently removed within 30 days
  • Legal compliance data: As required by applicable laws

7. Chrome Extension Specific Terms

LinkedIn Integration

  • We integrate with LinkedIn's platform to automate job applications
  • LinkedIn's own privacy policy applies to their platform
  • We do not control LinkedIn's data practices

Daily Application Limits

  • We implement daily application limits to maintain quality
  • Usage is tracked to prevent abuse of the service
  • All limits are clearly communicated to users

8. International Data Transfers

If you're located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 16, we will delete it immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will:

  • Notify users of significant changes via email or platform notification
  • Post the updated policy with the effective date
  • Provide a summary of key changes when applicable

11. Contact Information

Questions or Concerns:

  • Email: privacy@nextjobquest.com
  • Website: https://www.nextjobquest.com/privacy
  • Address: Middlewood, Craven Street, Salford, Manchester, M5 4EE, UK

Data Protection Officer:

For EU residents with GDPR-related inquiries:

  • Email: dpo@nextjobquest.com

12. Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
  • LinkedIn Developer Agreement

By using NextJobQuest services and our Chrome extension, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your information as described herein.

Note: This privacy policy covers both our website services and Chrome extension. For Chrome extension specific questions, please reference sections 7 and contact us at the provided email addresses.