Who We Are
Our website URL is www.subbieuk.co.uk. The website and the Subbie app are owned and operated by Subbie Ltd, a company registered in the United Kingdom. If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at support@subbieuk.co.uk.
What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It
We collect various types of personal data from users for different purposes, as outlined below:
Account Registration
- Name, email address, phone number, and company details (if applicable) to create and manage your account.
- A profile to allow other users to view relevant information for hiring or job-seeking purposes.
Job Postings and Applications
- Information related to jobs posted or applied for, including job descriptions, locations, and any additional details required for the hiring process.
In-App Messenger
- Messages sent between users are stored to facilitate seamless communication.
Technical Data
- IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies to improve website performance and user experience.
Location Data
To provide location-based job opportunities and enhance your experience, our app may collect your location data even when the app is not actively being used.
Why We Collect Location Data in the Background? We use your device’s background location to:
- Detect subcontractor current location and send relevant job postings nearby, even when the app is closed or running in the background.
- Ensure that other users in your area can also be notified of nearby job opportunities you may post.
- This functionality allows us to connect users with timely, local job postings without requiring the app to stay open.
Analytics Data
- We use third-party analytics tools to track user activity on our website to optimize performance.
Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, the visitor’s IP address, and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
Media
If you upload images or other media to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors to the site may download and extract this data.
Contact Forms
If you submit a form through our website, we collect your name, email address, and message content. This information is retained for customer service purposes but is not used for marketing without your consent.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track interactions. Cookies may store user preferences, authentication details, and analytics data. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics and similar tools to analyze website traffic and usage. You can opt out of analytics tracking via your browser settings or by using Google’s opt-out tools.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:
- Service providers assisting with hosting, customer support, and analytics.
- Legal authorities if required to comply with legal obligations.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Contact form entries: Retained for six months.
- Analytics records: Retained for one year.
- User profiles and job postings: Retained for as long as your account is active.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Object to data processing in certain circumstances.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, contact us at support@subbieuk.co.uk.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Your data may be stored on servers outside the UK or the EU, but we ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws through contractual agreements and security safeguards.
Contact Information
For privacy-related concerns, you can reach us at:
Email: support@subbieuk.co.uk
Website: www.subbieuk.co.uk
How We Protect Your Data
We implement security measures such as encryption, secure access controls, and staff training to protect user data from unauthorized access or breaches.
What Data Breach Procedures We Have in Place
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Notify affected users as required by law.
- Investigate and take corrective action.
- Report the breach to the appropriate authorities if necessary.
What Third Parties We Receive Data From
We may receive additional data from payment processors, analytics providers, and job posting platforms to enhance user experience and improve services.
What Automated Decision-Making and/or Profiling We Do With User Data
We may use automated systems to suggest job matches based on user profiles and location data. However, final decisions always involve human oversight.
Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements
As a UK-based service, we comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. We may update this policy from time to time, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
