At Sourcewide, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal data of our clients, candidates, and website visitors, in accordance with applicable data privacy laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Philippine Data Privacy Act, and other relevant global standards.
1. What We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to deliver our recruitment and talent solutions effectively:
- Full name and contact details (email, phone number, LinkedIn profile, etc.)
- Resume/CV and employment history
- Skills, certifications, and portfolio links
- Job preferences, salary expectations, and availability
- Communication history and interview feedback
- Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)
2. How We Use Your Information
- To match you with suitable job opportunities based on your profile
- To contact you about current and future roles
- To deliver recruitment services to our clients
- To optimize and personalize your user experience on our platform
- To comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Your consent (opt-in forms, applications)
- Contractual necessity (for job placements)
- Legal obligations (compliance checks, anti-fraud)
- Legitimate interest (business development, service improvement)
4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
Your information is shared only with employers or partners relevant to your application, and only after obtaining your consent. We may also use trusted third-party services (e.g., ATS providers, email platforms, analytics tools) that are contractually bound to protect your data.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data under any circumstances.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for:
- Candidates: Up to 3 years for potential future placements (unless otherwise requested)
- Clients: As long as the business relationship remains active
- You may request deletion of your records at any time via our contact page.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request a copy of your personal information
- Object to or restrict data processing
To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@sourcewide.com.
7. Security Measures
We use industry-standard security protocols including:
- SSL encryption
- Secure cloud storage with access controls
- Internal access limitations and staff confidentiality agreements
8. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies to understand site usage and enhance performance. You may manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.