Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information (location, profile type)
• Resume content when you upload a resume for processing
• Skills and career preferences you provide
• Usage data and analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process your resume and extract skills using AI technology
• Match you with relevant educational pathways and career opportunities
• Send you technical notices and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the platform

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using AWS infrastructure with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information.

Your resume and profile data are stored in private, user-specific storage locations that are not accessible to other users.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud
• With service providers who assist in operating our platform (e.g., AWS, authentication providers)

5. AI Processing

When you upload a resume, we use Amazon Bedrock AI services to:

• Extract skills and qualifications from your resume
• Match your skills with relevant courses and career paths
• Provide personalized recommendations

Your resume content is processed securely and is not used to train AI models or shared with other users.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze how you use our platform

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (GDPR compliance)
• Export your data
• Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@ldes-platform.org or use the account deletion feature in your profile settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you request account deletion, we will delete your data within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@ldes-platform.org
Address: Scitech Institute, Arizona