Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy

At Diverse Lynx, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data, as well as your rights regarding your personal information. By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you have any questions about this Notice, please contact us using the contact details provided below.

About Diverse Lynx

Diverse Lynx, founded in 2002, provides IT and healthcare staffing, consulting, and recruitment services to clients globally. As a minority- and woman-owned business, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities across the USA, Canada, UK, EU, and India.

When This Policy Applies

This Privacy Policy applies to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information through:

1. Our website and related applications (collectively, the “Site”);
2. Our recruitment, staffing, and consulting services;
3. Communications and interactions with our clients, job seekers, and vendors.
4. Personal Information We Collect

Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following categories:

1. Job Seekers: Information you provide when applying for a position, including your name, contact information, employment history, education, skills, certifications, references, and any other information relevant to your job application.
2. Clients and Vendors: Information provided by our business partners, clients, vendors, and suppliers, such as business contact details and billing information.
3. Site Visitors: Information collected when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data.
4. Referees and Others: If you submit information about someone else (e.g., a reference), you confirm that you have their permission to do so.
5. Professional Information: Job title, employer details, CV/resume, employment and education history.
6. Account Information: Username and password if you register for services.
7. Other Information: Any details you provide about references, emergency contacts, career interests, or skills.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

1. To provide our recruitment, staffing, and consulting services;
2. To match candidates with job opportunities;
3. To communicate with you about job openings, business opportunities, or services;
4. To comply with legal and regulatory obligations;
5. For internal business purposes, such as data analysis, audits, and improving our services.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. These files help us understand your usage patterns and preferences.

You may choose to block or delete cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit some features of our website.

Sharing of Personal Information

Diverse Lynx may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

1. Clients and Employers: If you are a job seeker, we may share your information with potential employers to facilitate your job application.
2. Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who support our business operations, such as IT services, background checks, or payroll processing.
3. Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or in response to a request from a government authority.
4. Business Transactions: In the event of a business merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. The SMS opt-in information and phone numbers collected for SMS purposes are not being shared with third parties and marketing.

International Data Transfers

Diverse Lynx operates globally, and your personal information may be transferred and processed in countries outside your location. We ensure that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including the use of appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses.

Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are continuously working to strengthen our security protocols. We employ a variety of technical, organizational, and administrative measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

1. Encryption: Sensitive personal data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, ensuring it remains secure during transmission and storage.
2. Access Control: Access to your personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only. We regularly review and update our access control protocols to ensure only necessary personnel can access sensitive data.
3. Secure Systems: Our IT systems are protected by firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other advanced security technologies to prevent unauthorized access and potential threats.
4. Regular Security Audits: We conduct routine security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate any potential risks to our systems and data.
5. Employee Training: We provide ongoing security training to all employees, ensuring that they are aware of best practices in data security and privacy protection.

Terms and Conditions for SMS

1. Introduction

Welcome to Diverse Lynx. By accessing or using our services, including receiving SMS communications, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not engage with our services.

2. Consent for SMS Communication

By providing your consent to receive SMS communications, you acknowledge and agree to receive text messages from Diverse Lynx at the phone number you provide. Information obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties.

3. Types of SMS Communications

If you have consented to receive text messages, you may receive SMS communications related to the following:

• Customers and Guests: Updates regarding your orders, deliveries, or other relevant information.
• Job Applicants: Information about your application status, onboarding materials, or other employment-related updates.

4. Standard Messaging Disclosures

• Message and data rates may apply. Standard messaging rates will be charged by your mobile service provider.
• You can opt-out of receiving SMS messages at any time by texting “STOP” to the number from which you received the message.
• For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our Privacy Policy.

5. Privacy

We respect your privacy and will only use the information you provide to communicate with you via SMS as outlined above. Your personal data will not be shared with third parties unless required by law or as necessary to deliver the requested service.

6. Modifications

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. By continuing to engage with our services, you agree to be bound by any changes to these terms.

Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law. When we no longer need your personal information, we securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

1. Access, correction, or deletion of your personal data;
2. Object to or restrict the processing of your data;
3. Withdraw your consent to data processing;
4. Request data portability.
5. To exercise these rights or for any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: