Privacy Policy

Modern Manuscripts ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform at modernmanuscripts.com (the "Platform").

This policy is designed to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create a Modern Manuscript profile, we collect:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, location
• Professional Information: Current role, years of experience, industries, LinkedIn profile
• Resume/CV: Your uploaded resume file and its contents
• Professional Stories: STAR stories, achievements, interview responses you choose to share
• Account Credentials: Username and password (encrypted)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Platform, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, jobs searched, applications submitted, time spent on platform
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, device identifiers
• Cookies and Tracking: See our Cookie Policy for details
• Location Data: General location based on IP address (not precise GPS)

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• Employers: When you apply for jobs through our platform
• Professional Networks: If you connect your LinkedIn account (with your permission)
• Analytics Providers: Aggregated usage statistics

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you agree to create a profile and share your information
• Contract Performance: To provide our job matching services
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our platform and prevent fraud
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

2.2 Purposes of Data Processing

We use your information to:

• Create and maintain your Modern Manuscript profile
• Match you with relevant job opportunities
• Enable you to apply for jobs through our platform
• Share your profile with employers (with your explicit consent when applying)
• Send you job alerts and platform updates (if you opt-in)
• Improve our matching algorithms and platform features
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
• Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests
• Communicate with you about your account and our services

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Sharing with Employers

Your Modern Manuscript profile is shared with employers only when you explicitly apply for a job. Before applying, you control what information is included in your profile.

What employers see when you apply:

• Your complete Modern Manuscript profile (basic info, resume, STAR stories)
• Your contact information
• The date and time of your application

What employers don't see:

• Your browsing history on our platform
• Jobs you viewed but didn't apply for
• Your password or account credentials

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform:

• Cloud Hosting: To store data securely
• Email Services: To send notifications and communications
• Analytics Tools: To understand platform usage (anonymized data)
• Payment Processors: If you purchase premium services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Government requests
• Protection of our rights or safety of others
• Investigation of fraud or security issues

3.4 Business Transfers

If Modern Manuscripts is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.

4. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:

4.1 Right to Access

You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.

4.2 Right to Rectification

You can update or correct your information at any time through your profile settings.

4.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

You can request deletion of your account and personal data. Note: We may retain some information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

4.4 Right to Restrict Processing

You can ask us to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.

4.5 Right to Data Portability

You can request your data in a machine-readable format to transfer to another service.

4.6 Right to Object

You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

4.7 Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent for processing.

4.8 Right to Lodge a Complaint

You can file a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we've violated your rights.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Most data deleted within 30 days; some data retained for legal compliance (e.g., financial records) for up to 7 years
• Application Data: Shared with employers; retention controlled by employer's policies
• Anonymized Analytics: Retained indefinitely for platform improvement

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: Data encrypted in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest
• Access Controls: Strict access limitations to personal data
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection principles
• Incident Response: Procedures in place for data breach notification

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the EU Commission
• Transfers to countries with adequacy decisions from the EU Commission
• Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

8. Children's Privacy

Modern Manuscripts is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.

You can control cookies through:

• Our cookie consent banner when you first visit
• Your browser settings
• Opt-out tools provided by advertising networks

10. Marketing Communications

We may send you marketing emails about:

• Job opportunities matching your profile
• Platform updates and new features
• Tips for improving your Modern Manuscript

You can opt-out at any time by:

• Clicking "unsubscribe" in any marketing email
• Adjusting preferences in your account settings
• Contacting us at hello@modernmanuscripts.com

Note: You cannot opt-out of essential service emails (e.g., password resets, application confirmations).

11. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., employer websites, LinkedIn). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Email notification
• Prominent notice on our platform
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Data Protection Officer

For questions about data protection or to exercise your rights:

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

Note: Modern Manuscripts does not sell personal information.

15. Definitions

Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, and deletion.

Data Controller: Qrious Ventures Pvt Ltd, which determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

Data Processor: Third parties who process data on our behalf.

Data Subject: You, the individual whose personal data we process.

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Questions or Concerns?
Contact us at privacy@modernmanuscripts.com
We're here to help you understand and exercise your privacy rights.