PugJobs

    Privacy Policy

    Last updated: April 9, 2026

    This Privacy Policy explains how PugJobs ("we", "our", or "the Platform") collects, uses, stores, and protects your data when you use our services, including job discovery, aggregation, and AI-powered features.

    1. Data We Collect

    Account Information

    • Name and email address
    • Login credentials (via OAuth providers such as Google or LinkedIn, if applicable)
    • User preferences and saved jobs

    Job & Platform Data

    • Job listings you view, save, or interact with
    • Search queries and filters used
    • Applications or redirects to third-party job platforms

    Third-Party Integrations

    If you connect external services (e.g., LinkedIn or other job platforms), we may access:

    • Basic profile information (name, email, public profile data)
    • Job-related metadata necessary for the platform functionality

    We only request the minimum permissions required.

    Usage Metadata

    • IP address, browser type, device information
    • Timestamps, logs, and API usage
    • Error logs and performance data

    We do NOT collect or store:

    • Passwords from third-party accounts
    • Private messages or unrelated personal content

    2. How We Use Your Data

    Your data is used strictly for the following purposes:

    • To authenticate and manage your account
    • To provide job listings and personalized recommendations
    • To enable AI-powered features (e.g., job matching, summaries, insights)
    • To improve platform performance, reliability, and user experience
    • To monitor usage and prevent abuse

    Your data is never sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

    3. Data Sharing

    We may share your data only in the following cases:

    • With AI/LLM systems used to generate insights, summaries, or automation features
    • With internal services required to operate the platform
    • When required by law or legal process

    All data sharing is done securely using encrypted connections.

    4. Third-Party Services

    PugJobs may integrate with third-party platforms such as:

    • LinkedIn
    • Google
    • Job providers or job boards

    We do not control these services and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their respective privacy policies.

    5. Data Storage and Security

    • We store minimal user data using industry-standard encryption and access controls
    • Tokens (if applicable) are securely stored and can be revoked at any time
    • Job data may be cached temporarily to improve performance
    • Logs may contain identifiers for debugging and are accessible only to authorized personnel

    6. Your Rights and Data Deletion

    You have the right to:

    • Access the data we store about you
    • Request correction or deletion of your data
    • Revoke third-party access (e.g., Google or LinkedIn)
    • Delete your account at any time

    To request data deletion or access, contact: help@pugjobs.io

    7. Cookies and Tracking

    We use two categories of cookies. You choose which ones to allow, beyond the essential ones, via the cookie banner shown on your first visit — you can change your choice at any time from "Cookie Preferences" in the footer.

    Essential (always on)

    Used to keep you signed in and the site working. These cannot be disabled, as the platform can't function without them.

    Analytics (only with your consent)

    We use Google Analytics to understand how PugJobs is used and to improve it. These cookies are only set after you accept them — they are off by default.

    You can also control cookies through your browser settings at any time.

    8. AI and Automated Processing

    PugJobs uses AI systems to:

    • Analyze job listings
    • Provide recommendations and summaries
    • Enhance search and matching

    AI Data Usage

    • We only process data necessary to provide these features
    • We do not use your personal data to train general AI models without consent

    If we introduce training-based improvements in the future, you will be notified in advance and will have the option to opt out.

    9. Data Retention

    • We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide the service
    • You can request deletion at any time
    • Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes

    10. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

    • Updates will be posted on this page
    • Significant changes may be communicated via email or platform notification

    11. Contact Us

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

    PugJobs

    Email: help@pugjobs.io

    Website: https://pugjobs.io