Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 16, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Unhired ("Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our Service to create and host your resume.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following information that you voluntarily provide:

  • Basic personal details (name, email address, phone number)
  • Professional experience
  • Educational background
  • Skills and qualifications
  • Work history
  • Contact information
  • Profile pictures (if provided)
  • Portfolio links and social media profiles

2.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Access timestamps
  • Usage patterns within the Service

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for:

  • Creating and maintaining your resume profile
  • Hosting your resume at your chosen subdomain
  • Providing technical support
  • Sending service-related notifications
  • Improving our Service
  • Ensuring security of your data
  • User authentication and authorization

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Storage

  • Your resume data is stored in secure PostgreSQL databases (Neon)
  • All data is encrypted at rest and in transit
  • Regular backups are performed to prevent data loss

4.2 Security Measures

  • Industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption
  • Regular security audits
  • Secure authentication via Better Auth
  • Access control and authentication mechanisms
  • Firewall protection

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

  • Neon (our database provider)
  • Vercel (our hosting provider)
  • Polar.sh (our payment processor)
  • Analytics services to improve our platform
  • Third parties only with your explicit consent

6. User Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request data deletion
  • Export your data in JSON Resume format
  • Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Lodge complaints with relevant authorities

7. Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • As long as your account is active
  • For 30 days after account deletion (for backup purposes)
  • As required by law or regulatory requirements

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use:

  • Essential cookies for Service functionality
  • Authentication cookies for session management
  • Analytics cookies to improve user experience
  • You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.

10. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data internationally, we ensure:

  • Compliance with applicable data protection laws
  • Appropriate safeguards for data transfers
  • Transparency about data storage locations

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes via:

  • Email notification
  • Service announcement
  • Website notice

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries:

13. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent
  • Contract fulfillment
  • Legal obligations
  • Legitimate business interests

14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by applicable data protection laws and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

15. Technical Infrastructure

Our Service uses:

  • Neon PostgreSQL for database management
  • Better Auth for authentication
  • Vercel for hosting and edge infrastructure
  • End-to-end encryption for data transmission