Privacy Policy Ladders AI

Why Privacy Matters in AI-Driven Hiring

Let’s be real—your career info is sensitive stuff. At Ladders, we understand that sharing your resume, salary expectations, and job interests means trusting us to keep it safe. Our Privacy Policy isn’t just legal text; it’s how we show you that trust matters. When you use our AI-powered job matching and interview automation, your data fuels the smart tools that save time and make your job hunt smoother. But here’s the thing—we never take your privacy lightly.

What Data We Collect and How It Helps You

When you sign up, we ask for your name, email, work history, skills, and preferences. This isn’t just to fill forms—it’s what powers our AI to find jobs that really fit you. Plus, we track how you browse jobs and interact with companies, so the system learns what you like and what you don’t. Honestly, it helps cut down on irrelevant listings and saves you time.

Personal Details and Career Info

From your salary expectations to your preferred industries, we gather details that shape your job matches. Keeping this info up-to-date makes a big difference.

Behavioral Insights

We notice if you skip certain jobs or spend more time on others. This feedback loops right back into our AI, improving recommendations without you lifting a finger.

How Our AI Uses Your Data for Better Matches

The AI behind Ladders isn’t just matching keywords. It looks at career paths, company culture, and timing preferences. The more accurate and complete your profile, the smarter the matches. From our experience, candidates who update their profiles regularly see up to 30% better vacancy matches within the first month.

Step-by-Step: Optimizing Your Profile

1. Complete your work history and skills sections thoroughly.
2. Set realistic salary expectations and preferred job locations.
3. Use the platform regularly so AI can learn your behavior.
4. Review and adjust your preferences in account settings as needed.
5. Respond to interview invitations promptly to keep your profile active.

Employer Visibility Controls

You stay in control. Employers only see your full info when you apply or show interest. Until then, profiles are anonymized to protect your privacy.

Sharing Your Data: What Happens Behind the Scenes

We know sharing data sounds scary, but here’s how we handle it responsibly. Only when you apply for a job do we share your details with that employer. We also work with trusted service providers who help run the platform smoothly, but they see only what’s necessary and are bound by confidentiality. And yes, if the law requires it, we comply—but we’ll keep you posted when we can.

• Explicit consent: You decide when your info goes to employers.
• Minimal sharing: Service providers get limited, relevant data.
• Legal compliance: We follow court orders and regulations carefully.
• Transparency: We notify you about data sharing whenever possible.

Your Rights: How You Control Your Information

Here’s where you get to take charge. You have the right to see what data we hold, update incorrect info, and even delete your account. If you feel our AI got something wrong about your preferences, you can reset or correct that too. It’s all about making sure our platform serves you, not the other way around.

Keeping Your Data Safe: Our Security Measures

Security is a big deal for us. We use AES-256 encryption for data storage and TLS 1.3 for everything you send or receive. Inside the company, access is tightly controlled by roles, and multi-factor authentication protects sensitive operations. Plus, we run constant monitoring and audits to catch anything unusual before it becomes a problem.

Cookies and Tracking: What You Should Know

Cookies help us keep your session active, remember your preferences, and analyze platform performance. Some cookies are essential—you can’t really turn those off without breaking key features. Others help us personalize your experience and recommend jobs that fit your style. You can manage cookie settings in your browser, but just keep in mind that blocking some cookies might make the platform less useful.

• Essential: Keep you logged in and secure.
• Analytics: Help improve site speed and navigation.
• Personalization: Tailor job recommendations and search.

Navigating International Data and Updates

Since many users search for jobs across borders, we make sure your data is protected no matter where it’s processed. We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses and comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations depending on your location. If you want to know where your data lives or have special requests, our Privacy Policy explains all that.

We also keep our Privacy Policy up to date. When major changes happen, we’ll email you and post notices on the platform. Minor tweaks show up with updated dates so you always know what’s new. And if you have questions or feedback, our privacy team is just a message away.

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