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Last Updated: 22 September 2026

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At Jobsticle.com (“Jobsticle”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of job seekers, employers, website visitors, and other users of our services.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we collect and use it, when we may share it, how cookies and advertising technologies may be used, and the choices available to you when using https://jobsticle.com/.

By accessing or using Jobsticle.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. About Jobsticle

Jobsticle is an online employment platform that helps users discover employment opportunities and allows employers or recruiters to publish job opportunities and connect with potential candidates.

Jobsticle may provide job listings, employer information, career resources, job-search tools, saved jobs, alerts, accounts, application functionality, and related services.

Some job listings may redirect you to an external employer, recruiter, application platform, or third-party website to complete an application.

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use our website, we may collect different categories of information.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

You may provide information when you:

This information may include:

For job seekers:

For employers or recruiters:

Please do not submit sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your use of a particular service and you understand how it will be handled.

3. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit Jobsticle.com, certain information may be collected automatically through standard web technologies.

This may include:

We may use this information to operate, secure, maintain, analyse, and improve Jobsticle.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Jobsticle may use cookies, pixels, web beacons, local storage, and similar technologies.

Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your browser or device when you visit a website.

We may use cookies for purposes including:

Some cookies are essential to the operation of the website, while others may be optional.

You can generally control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of Jobsticle.

5. Google AdSense and Advertising

Jobsticle may use Google AdSense or other third-party advertising services to display advertisements on portions of the website.

When advertising services are enabled, third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies, web beacons, IP addresses, device information, or similar technologies to help deliver, measure, or personalise advertising.

Google states that advertising cookies may be used to serve ads based on a user’s previous visits to this website or other websites.

Depending on the applicable advertising configuration and the user’s location, advertisements may be personalised or non-personalised.

Users may manage or opt out of certain personalised advertising through Google Ads Settings. Google also explains publisher privacy disclosure requirements for advertising technologies.

Advertising providers other than Google may also use their own technologies where applicable. Where required, relevant third-party vendors and their privacy/opt-out information may be provided through the applicable advertising or consent interface.

For users in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland, Google has additional consent requirements for publishers using personalised advertising, including the use of an appropriate Google-certified consent management platform in applicable circumstances.

6. How We Use Your Information

We may use personal and technical information for purposes including:

  1. Providing and operating Jobsticle services.
  2. Creating and managing user accounts.
  3. Publishing and displaying job listings.
  4. Allowing employers to manage job advertisements.
  5. Helping job seekers search for relevant opportunities.
  6. Processing applications where applications are submitted through Jobsticle.
  7. Redirecting users to external application websites where required.
  8. Sending job alerts, account notifications, and service communications.
  9. Responding to enquiries and support requests.
  10. Personalising parts of the website.
  11. Understanding website usage and improving our services.
  12. Detecting spam, fraud, abuse, and security threats.
  13. Maintaining technical and operational security.
  14. Complying with applicable legal obligations.
  15. Measuring the performance of advertisements and promotional activities.
  16. Protecting the rights, property, and safety of Jobsticle, our users, and others.

We do not use personal information for purposes incompatible with the purposes described in this Privacy Policy except where permitted or required by law.

7. Job Applications

Jobsticle may provide different application methods depending on the job listing.

Some applications may be submitted directly through Jobsticle.

Other listings may use an external application link.

When you click an external application link, you may be transferred to a third-party website, employer website, recruitment platform, or application system.

The third party’s privacy policy and terms will then apply to information you provide directly to that third party.

Jobsticle does not control the privacy practices, security, policies, or data handling practices of external websites.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of an external application provider before submitting personal information.

8. Employer and Company Information

Employers may choose to publish certain information publicly on Jobsticle, including:

Information intentionally published as part of a public employer profile or job advertisement may be visible to website visitors and search engines.

Employers are responsible for ensuring that information they submit to Jobsticle is accurate and that they have the appropriate rights to publish it.

9. Job Listings and Third-Party Sources

Jobsticle may display job opportunities obtained from employers, recruiters, partners, feeds, APIs, publicly available sources, or other authorised sources.

Job listings may include information such as:

Some job listings may link to third-party websites.

Jobsticle does not guarantee the accuracy, availability, completeness, or continued validity of third-party job information.

10. Analytics and Performance Measurement

We may use analytics and measurement technologies to understand how visitors use Jobsticle.

These technologies may collect information such as:

Analytics information helps us understand website performance, identify technical problems, improve navigation, and develop better services.

Where third-party analytics services are used, those providers may process information according to their own privacy policies.

11. How We Share Information

We may share information in limited circumstances, including with:

Service Providers

We may use third-party providers for services such as:

These providers may process information on our behalf as necessary to provide their services.

Employers and Recruiters

Where a candidate submits an application, profile, CV, or other information through Jobsticle, relevant information may be made available to the relevant employer or recruiter as part of the application process.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

We may disclose information where reasonably necessary to:

Business Transfers

If Jobsticle is involved in a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale of assets, financing, or similar business transaction, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.

12. International Data Transfers

Some service providers we use may process or store information outside Australia.

The countries involved will depend on the services and providers we use at any given time.

Where applicable, we take reasonable steps to manage international disclosures and service-provider relationships consistently with our legal obligations.

Australian privacy guidance recognises that privacy policies should explain whether personal information is likely to be disclosed overseas and, where practicable, the countries involved.

13. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information against:

Security measures may include access controls, authentication, encryption where appropriate, backups, monitoring, and security procedures.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

You should use a strong, unique password for your Jobsticle account and keep your login credentials confidential.

14. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

When information is no longer reasonably required, we may delete, anonymise, or securely dispose of it, subject to applicable legal and operational requirements.

15. Accessing and Correcting Your Information

Depending on the service and applicable law, you may request access to personal information we hold about you.

You may also request correction of information that is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated.

Some information may be updated directly through your Jobsticle account.

To request access or correction, contact us at:

privacy@jobsticle.com

We may need to verify your identity before responding to a request.

16. Deleting Your Information & Account Erasure

Self-Service Account Deactivation & Instant Data Erasure: Jobsticle empowers all registered job seekers, candidates, and employers with direct, automated control over their personal data. You can delete or deactivate your account at any time without needing to wait for support by navigating to Dashboard > Settings > Deactivate Account.

When you confirm account deactivation:

Where applicable, you may request deletion of your personal information or closure of your account.

Deletion may be subject to legal, security, fraud-prevention, dispute-resolution, or legitimate business requirements.

Certain information may therefore need to be retained for a reasonable period even after an account is closed.

To request deletion, contact:

privacy@jobsticle.com

17. Marketing and Communications

We may send service-related communications such as:

Where applicable, we may also send newsletters, career information, promotional content, or other marketing communications.

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by using the unsubscribe option provided in the email or by contacting us.

Some essential service communications may still be sent when necessary to provide or secure your account.

18. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have choices regarding:

You can also control some cookies through your browser settings.

Advertising choices may also be available through the relevant advertising provider’s privacy or ad-settings tools.

19. Children’s Privacy

Jobsticle is intended for people who are legally able to use employment and career services.

We do not knowingly design Jobsticle to collect personal information from children for unrelated purposes.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us inappropriately, please contact us at:

privacy@jobsticle.com

20. Third-Party Websites and Links

Jobsticle may contain links to third-party websites, including:

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

You should review the privacy policy of any third-party website before providing personal information.

21. Publicly Available Information

Information that you intentionally publish publicly on Jobsticle, such as a public employer profile or publicly visible job advertisement, may be accessible to other users and search engines.

Please consider carefully what information you choose to publish publicly.

22. Australian Privacy Principles

Where applicable, Jobsticle aims to manage personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

The APPs address matters including open and transparent management, collection, use and disclosure, data quality, security, access, and correction.

The applicability of Australian privacy legislation depends on the circumstances and the organisation’s legal status and activities.

23. Privacy Complaints

If you believe that we have handled your personal information in a way that is inconsistent with applicable privacy law, please contact us first so that we can investigate and try to resolve your concern.

Privacy complaints can be submitted to:

Email: mail@jobsticle.com

Please provide enough information for us to understand the issue and investigate it.

Where Australian privacy law applies and you are not satisfied with our response, you may be able to contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) or another relevant privacy regulator.

24. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

When we make material changes, we may update the “Last Updated” date shown at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.

We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

Schedule 1: Australia Privacy Notice (Privacy Act 1988 & APPs)

This Schedule applies specifically to individuals located in Australia and supplements the core provisions of this Privacy Policy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the 13 Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Collection of Sensitive Information

Under APP 3, sensitive information (including health records, racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, trade union membership, or criminal history) is only collected where reasonably necessary for employment matching, with your prior consent, or where authorized by Australian law. You are never obligated to provide sensitive information to browse jobs on Jobsticle.

2. Cross-Border Disclosures (APP 8)

When you apply for a job hosted by an employer located outside Australia, your application data and resume may be transferred overseas. By submitting an application to an international employer or using our global portal, you consent to this disclosure in accordance with APP 8.1, acknowledging that overseas recipients are governed by their local data laws.

3. Direct Marketing & Spam Act 2003 Compliance

Under APP 7 and the Australian Spam Act 2003 (Cth), we will only send you commercial electronic messages (such as job alerts or newsletters) with your consent. Every email includes an operational, functional unsubscribe link allowing you to opt out at any time.

4. Australian Privacy Complaints

If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles, you may contact our Privacy Team at privacy@jobsticle.com. We investigate complaints within 30 days. If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to lodge a formal complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au (Phone: 1300 363 992; GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001).

Schedule 2: United States Privacy Notice (CCPA / CPRA & State Laws)

This Schedule applies to residents of the United States, including California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CPRA), and residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, and other states with applicable consumer privacy enactments.

1. Notice at Collection

In the preceding 12 months, Jobsticle has collected the following categories of personal information for employment-related business purposes:

2. Your Statutory Rights

US residents possess specific rights regarding their personal data, including:

3. “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” Disclosure

Jobsticle does not sell your personal information to third parties in exchange for monetary compensation. When you apply to a job, your application information is transferred to the respective employer at your direction. To the extent third-party analytics or advertising cookies are construed as “sharing” under California law, you may opt out via our Cookie Banner or your browser’s Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal.

Schedule 3: United Kingdom & European Union Notice (GDPR)

This Schedule applies to individuals located in the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Economic Area (EEA) pursuant to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR 2016/679).

1. Data Controller Identification

Jobsticle.com operates as the Data Controller responsible for your personal data collected through the platform. For all GDPR-related inquiries or Data Protection Officer communications, contact privacy@jobsticle.com.

2. Lawful Bases for Processing (Article 6 GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following lawful grounds:

3. Your GDPR Rights (Articles 15-22)

You have the right to request access (Art. 15), rectification (Art. 16), erasure / Right to be Forgotten (Art. 17 – executable directly via Dashboard > Settings > Deactivate Account), restriction of processing (Art. 18), data portability (Art. 20), and to object to processing (Art. 21). Requests will be responded to within 30 days without charge.

4. International Transfers & Standard Contractual Clauses

Where your data is processed outside the UK or EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards are implemented, including standard data protection clauses approved by the European Commission or the UK International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA).

5. Supervisory Authority Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority. In the UK, this is the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk (Helpline: 0303 123 1113; Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF).

Schedule 4: Canada Privacy Notice (PIPEDA & CASL)

This Schedule applies to Canadian residents and governs personal information handled in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial laws in Alberta (PIPA), British Columbia (PIPA), and Quebec (Law 25).

1. 10 Fair Information Principles

Jobsticle adheres strictly to the 10 PIPEDA principles of Accountability, Identifying Purposes, Consent, Limiting Collection, Limiting Use, Disclosure and Retention, Accuracy, Safeguards, Openness, Individual Access, and Challenging Compliance.

2. Canada Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)

We do not send commercial electronic messages (CEMs) to Canadian residents without express or verifiable implied consent. You may withdraw consent or unsubscribe at any time using the one-click unsubscribe mechanism found at the footer of every message.

3. Contacting the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

For questions or complaints regarding our Canadian privacy practices, contact privacy@jobsticle.com. You may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) at www.priv.gc.ca (Toll-free: 1-800-282-1376; 30 Victoria Street, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 1H3).

Schedule 5: India Privacy Notice (Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023)

This Schedule applies specifically to individuals located in India whose digital personal data is processed by Jobsticle in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act 2023).

1. Plain-Language Notice & Itemised Consent (Sections 5 & 6)

In compliance with Section 5 of the DPDP Act, Jobsticle collects digital personal data (name, email, mobile contact, education, resume, employment experience) solely for the specified purpose of enabling candidate employment matching, job applications, employer recruitment services, and platform communications. You have the right to give, manage, or withdraw your consent at any time.

2. Rights of the Data Principal (Sections 11 to 14)

As a Data Principal under Indian law, you possess:

3. Designated Grievance Redressal Officer (India)

Pursuant to Section 13(1) of the DPDP Act 2023, Jobsticle has appointed a designated Grievance Redressal Officer to address inquiries and grievances related to Indian digital personal data:

Designation: Grievance Redressal Officer (Jobsticle Data Protection Operations)
Email: grievance@jobsticle.com
General Legal Inquiries: privacy@jobsticle.com
Resolution Timeline: Grievances are acknowledged within 48 business hours and resolved within 30 calendar days.

25. Contact Us

For privacy questions, statutory rights requests, corrections, data deletion requests, or regulatory inquiries, contact:

Jobsticle Platform Operations
Privacy Team: privacy@jobsticle.com
India Grievance Officer: grievance@jobsticle.com
General Support: support@jobsticle.com
Website: https://jobsticle.com/

Google Privacy Information

For information about how Google uses data when you use websites or apps that use Google’s services, users may review Google’s applicable information page:

How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps

Google’s publisher policies require publishers using Google products to clearly disclose relevant data collection, sharing and usage, including technologies such as cookies, web beacons and IP addresses.

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