Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

CV-BY-JD ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered resume and career tools platform at cv-by-jd.com (the "Service"). By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Account Information

• Name and email address (via Google or LinkedIn OAuth)
• OAuth provider identifiers
• Account preferences and settings

Resume and Career Data

• Resume content and documents you upload
• Job descriptions you provide
• Career information and work history
• Educational background and skills

Usage Data

• Chat conversations with our AI assistant
• Service usage patterns and preferences
• Credit usage and transaction history
• Device and browser information
• IP address and general location data

Temporary User Data

• Guest user identifiers stored in browser localStorage
• Trial credit usage before account creation
• Temporary chat sessions

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our AI-powered resume services
• Process your requests and respond to your inquiries
• Generate AI-based content and recommendations
• Manage your account and authenticate your identity
• Track credit usage and process payments
• Send service-related communications
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. AI Processing and Data Usage

Our Service uses artificial intelligence to process your data:

• Your resume content and chat messages are processed by AI models (including Google's Gemini API)
• We do not use your personal data to train our AI models
• AI processing is performed to provide you with personalized recommendations and content
• Chat history is retained to provide context for ongoing conversations
• You can delete your data at any time through your account settings

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party services that help us operate our platform (e.g., Google Gemini for AI processing, Stripe for payments)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS
• Secure storage of sensitive information
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specifically:

• Account information: Retained while your account is active
• Resume data: Retained until you delete it or close your account
• Chat history: Retained for service continuity unless deleted by you
• Transaction records: Retained as required for legal and accounting purposes
• Temporary user data: Automatically deleted after 30 days of inactivity

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data through the data export feature in your account settings
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information through your profile settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data through the account deletion feature in your settings
• Portability: Export your data in a structured, machine-readable format using the data export feature
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications through your account preferences

To exercise these rights, you can use the self-service options in your account settings or contact us at hi@cv-by-jd.com.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication state
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns and improve our Service
• Provide security features

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Service.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

• Google (OAuth authentication and Gemini AI)
• LinkedIn (OAuth authentication)
• Stripe (payment processing)

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.

13. Data Deletion and Account Closure

You have the right to delete your account at any time. When you delete your account:

• All personal information is permanently removed from our active systems
• Your resume data, chat history, and messages are deleted
• Your email and profile information is anonymized
• Payment records are anonymized but retained for legal compliance
• The deletion process is irreversible

To delete your account, go to your account settings and use the "Delete Account" option, or contact us at hi@cv-by-jd.com.

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You can request information about what personal data we collect, use, and share
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, use the self-service options in your account or email us at hi@cv-by-jd.com.

15. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: Obtain confirmation and access to your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to certain processing of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limited processing of your data

Our lawful basis for processing personal data is your consent and our legitimate interests in providing our services.

16. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

17. Service Continuity Disclaimer

CV-BY-JD is operated as an individual project, not by a registered company. As such:

• The service may be discontinued at any time without prior notice
• In the event of service discontinuation, all data and accounts will be permanently deleted
• No guarantees are made regarding service availability or longevity
• Users are advised to regularly export their data using the export feature
• No refunds will be provided if the service is discontinued

By using this service, you acknowledge and accept these conditions.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: