Pookie Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Pookie Platform ("Platform"), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using our Platform, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Collection of Personal Information

We collect the following types of personal information:

• Information You Provide: Your name, email address, phone number, resume details, and career-related information (e.g., work history, skills, and preferences) when you register, apply for jobs, or update your profile.
• Test and Assessment Data: Results from career assessments, such as personality traits, work values, or skill evaluations, to deliver personalised career insights and job matches.
• Automated Data: Usage data like log files, cookies, and analytics to improve your experience and our services.

3. How We Collect Your Information

• Directly from You: When you sign up, update your profile, or complete assessments.
• Automatically: Via cookies and similar technologies as you use the Platform.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide personalised career recommendations.
• Refine our algorithms and improve platform functionality.
• Communicate with you, including sending beta testing invitations.
• Conduct analytics, research, and aggregate reporting.
• Offer improved and relevant services through third party collaboration or partnerships.
• Meet legal requirements or protect our rights.
• We as creators of the platform do not access your personal data to provide insights.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

We may share your information with:

• Employers or recruiters for job-matching, with your explicit consent.
• Trusted service providers (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality terms.
• Legal authorities if required by law or to safeguard our rights.
• We may share anonymised and aggregated data with trusted partners to improve services.
• We do not sell identifiable personal data unless explicitly agreed to by you in the future.
• We do not sell your data to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We use encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. While we strive to ensure robust security, no online system is entirely risk-free.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services or until you request deletion.

8. Access and Correction

You can access or update your personal information via your account settings. For additional help, contact us using the details below.

9. Data Breach Notification

If a data breach occurs that may harm your privacy, we will notify you and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) as required by law, using email or Platform notifications.

10. International Transfers

If we transfer your data overseas, we ensure it's protected under arrangements that comply with Australian privacy laws, such as contracts with third parties requiring secure handling.

11. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your experience and collect usage data.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will be posted here with the "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or the Platform.

13. Contact Information

Questions or concerns? Reach out to us at:

• Email: pookieplatforms@aol.com