Privacy Policy

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect the following categories of personal and sensitive personal data:

1. Registration Data: Data and documents including but not limited to name, email, phone number, educational qualification, occupation, curriculum vitae.
2. Usage Data: Information about your interactions with the platform, preferences, device identifiers, cookies, IP addresses.
3. Communication Data: Records of communications sent via email, SMS, WhatsApp, or chat systems on the Platform.
4. Payment and Transaction Data: Credits purchased, payment gateway details.
5. Automated and AI-Based Profiling Data: Information inferred through AI algorithms for operations and improvements of the platform and the services provided to users.

2. USE OF INFORMATION

We use your data for the following purposes:

• To enable your registration and profile management.
• To provide services of the platform including but not limited to premium services.
• To perform AI-based or algorithmic services.
• To send important updates, alerts, promotions, and service communications via email, SMS, or WhatsApp.
• To maintain the integrity and security of the Platform.
• To comply with legal obligations or requests by law enforcement agencies.

3. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING AND AI-BASED MATCHING

1. The Platform may use automated tools and AI algorithms for functions of the platform. Users acknowledge that these may not substitute human judgment. Users are encouraged to independently evaluate the recommendations and results provided by the Platform.

4. CONSENT AND CHOICE

By registering or using our services, you:

• Provide explicit consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data.
• Consent to receive communications, including recommendations and promotional content via email, SMS, and WhatsApp.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at contact@epiic.in. However, this may affect your access to some or all services.

5. CHILDREN'S ACCESS POLICY

1. To use the Platform, users agree that they must have attained the minimum legal age as described herein.
2. The minimum age for using the Platform shall be eighteen (18) years. However, if the laws applicable in user's jurisdiction prescribe a higher age for EPIIC to lawfully provide the services through the Platform, then such higher age shall be deemed the minimum required age.
3. If users are under the age of 18 or under the applicable age of majority in their jurisdiction, they may access and use the Platform only under the direct supervision and consent of a parent, legal guardian, or a duly responsible adult.

6. DATA RETENTION AND DELETION

1. User data is retained indefinitely for service continuity, auditing, and legal purposes unless a deletion request is received.
2. Upon receipt of a valid request, user data shall be deleted from our records, subject to any legal obligations for retention under Indian law.

7. DATA SHARING AND THIRD PARTIES

1. We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
2. Information may be shared with:
   • Service providers acting on our behalf.
   • Legal or regulatory authorities under applicable laws.
   • Technology and infrastructure partners (e.g., cloud storage, payment gateways)
   • For protection against fraud or misuse of the platform
3. The Platform may contain links to third-party websites. EPIIC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. Users are encouraged to review their policies independently.

8. DATA SECURITY

1. All personal data is stored on secure servers located in India. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard data.
2. Despite best efforts, no digital transmission or storage is fully secure. Users acknowledge this inherent risk.

9. USER RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Users must provide accurate and lawful information.
2. Employers are solely responsible for verifying candidate credentials and conducting background checks prior to hiring or engaging.
3. Users shall not misuse the Platform for illegal, unethical, or malicious purposes.

10. YOUR RIGHTS

Subject to applicable Indian laws, you have the following rights:

• Access your data
• Withdraw consent
• Request deletion (subject to legal exceptions)

Requests can be submitted via contact@epiic.in.

11. CHANGES TO THE PRIVACY POLICY

This Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes shall be effective upon posting on the Platform. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

12. GRIEVANCE AND CONTACT

For any queries, grievances, or requests regarding your privacy: