We aim to handle personal information responsibly and only use information for legitimate purposes connected with operating, securing and improving UKJobAlert.com.
Information we collect
The information we collect depends on how you use UKJobAlert.com and the features you choose to access.
When you create an account, we may collect information such as your name, email address, account type and authentication information required to operate your account.
We may also process technical information generated when you use the website, such as information necessary for security, authentication, troubleshooting and basic platform operation.
Job seeker information
Job seekers may provide information when creating and using an account or interacting with vacancies on the platform.
Where an application is completed directly through an employer's email address or external website, the information you send to that employer is handled by the employer under its own privacy practices.
Employer information
Employers may provide account details, contact information, company information, company numbers and information contained in job listings.
We may compare employer information with publicly available company records, including Companies House information, where appropriate for our verification process.
How we use information
Information may be used to operate and maintain UKJobAlert.com and provide the features requested by users.
- Create and maintain user accounts.
- Authenticate users and protect account security.
- Verify employer and company information.
- Publish and manage job vacancies.
- Prevent fraud, abuse and misuse of the platform.
- Maintain, troubleshoot and improve the website.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
Authentication and account security
UKJobAlert.com uses authentication technology to create and manage user sessions, verify account access and support features such as password recovery.
Users are responsible for choosing a secure password and protecting access to their account.
Employer verification
Employer accounts may be subject to verification before they are permitted to publish jobs.
Verification may involve processing company information and checking it against public records. The purpose of this process is to help protect the integrity of the platform and reduce misuse.
Sharing of information
We do not sell personal information.
Information may be processed or shared with service providers where reasonably necessary to operate, secure or maintain UKJobAlert.com.
We may also disclose information where required by law, legal process, regulatory requirements, or where reasonably necessary to protect users, the platform or the rights of others.
Third-party services
UKJobAlert.com may rely on third-party technology providers for services such as hosting, authentication, databases and infrastructure.
Job listings may also contain links or application routes to external employer websites. Those websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies.
Cookies and similar technologies
UKJobAlert.com may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for authentication, security, user sessions and essential website functionality.
If additional analytics or non-essential technologies are introduced, this policy may be updated and additional consent controls may be provided where required.
Data retention
Information is retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including account operation, security, fraud prevention, dispute resolution and applicable legal requirements.
Retention periods may differ depending on the type of information and the reason it is being processed.
Data security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures intended to protect information and reduce the risk of unauthorized access, loss, misuse or alteration.
No internet service can guarantee absolute security, so users should also take reasonable steps to protect their accounts and devices.
Your privacy rights
Depending on applicable law and your circumstances, you may have rights relating to your personal information.
- Request access to personal information held about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of information in circumstances where the law provides that right.
- Object to or request restriction of certain processing where applicable.
Children
UKJobAlert.com is intended for people using the platform for legitimate employment and recruitment purposes.
The platform is not designed as a service directed specifically at children.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy when our services, technology, data practices or applicable requirements change.
The current version will be published on this page with its effective or revision date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related request, you can contact UKJobAlert.com using the contact details published on the website.
