Privacy Policy

Peopl – connectingpeopl.com
Last updated: 14th of May 2025

At Peopl BV, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws. By using our website connectingpeopl.com or our recruitment services, you agree to this policy.
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1. Who We Are

Peopl BV
Head Office: Ghent, Belgium
Website: https://www.connectingpeopl.com
Contact: privacy@connectingpeopl.com

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2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Identification Data: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
Professional Information: CV/resume details, employment history, education, skills, references, LinkedIn or portfolio links.
Communication Data: Emails, messages, or any communication through our website or during interviews.
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, time zone, interaction with our website (via cookies and analytics tools).
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3. How We Collect Your Data

Directly from you (e.g., when submitting a CV, filling out a form, or contacting us)
From publicly accessible sources (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards)
From third parties (e.g., referrals or employers)
Through website cookies and analytics
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4. Why We Process Your Data (Legal Basis)

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Contractual necessity: To match you with relevant job opportunities.
Consent: Where required, we ask for your explicit consent (e.g., storing your data in our database).
Legitimate interest: To improve our services, evaluate applications, or keep you informed of suitable roles.
Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
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5. How We Use Your Data

To provide recruitment and career services
To match candidates with job opportunities
To maintain records and communicate with you
To improve our services and user experience
To comply with legal obligations
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6. Who We Share Your Data With

Clients/Employers: Only with your prior approval
IT & software service providers: For email, hosting, CRM, or applicant tracking systems
Legal or regulatory authorities: If required by law

All third-party processors are GDPR-compliant and bound by data protection agreements.
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7. International Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent protections.
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8. Data Retention

We keep your personal data:

For a maximum of 2 years after your last interaction with us (unless you consent to a longer retention period)
Or longer if required by law (e.g., for compliance or legal claims)

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).
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9. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, access control, and secure storage practices.
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10. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct or update inaccurate data
Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
Withdraw consent at any time
Object to or restrict processing
Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@connectingpeopl.com.
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11. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve our website and gather usage data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or via the cookie banner on our site.

For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
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12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
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13. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:

Peopl BV
Email: privacy@connectingpeopl.com
Registered Address: Ghent, Belgium

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority:
https://www.gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit.be