Privacy Policy

1. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Policy applies comprehensively to all users and stakeholders engaging with the Platform globally, regardless of jurisdiction, unless explicitly superseded by applicable local, national, or international statutes mandating more stringent provisions. This Policy expressly excludes third-party websites, services, or actors not under our explicit ownership or operational control.

2. DEFINITIONS

• Platform: All web pages, apps, and digital properties constituting “Beyond Career”.
• User: Any individual or entity using the Platform, including students, job seekers, event attendees, clients, opportunity providers, administrators.
• Personal Data: Any information which identifies or can be reasonably linked to an individual.
• Clients/Organizers: Individuals/organizations hosting or managing opportunities, events, or content on the Platform.
• Opportunities: Job listings, internships, events, challenges, and related submissions or content.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

3.1 Data Provided Directly by You

We collect information you personally submit, including but not limited to your full legal name, validated email address, encrypted password, contact information, academic institution, program details, graduation year, skills, profile photo, professional links (e.g., LinkedIn, GitHub), uploaded resumes/CVs, job or event application data, event registration details, and any communications or feedback you provide.

• Registration Data: Full name, email, encrypted password, country, state, city, date of birth, gender (optional), educational institution, degree/program, year/expected graduation, phone number (optional), academic/professional experience, skills, profile photo, LinkedIn/GitHub links (optional), and any other information you voluntarily provide.
• Application Data: Documents and answers provided in job/internship/event applications, including resumes/CVs and supporting files.
• Event Registration: Data entered for event participation (e.g., name, contact details, payment where applicable).
• Feedback & Support: Communications sent via help, feedback, or contact forms.
• Payment Info: For paid features/events, payment data (handled by certified third-party payment processors; we do not store full payment card details).

3.2 Automatically Collected Data

Automatic collection includes IP address, device and browser details, session data, browsing activity, cookie identifiers, timestamps, click behavior, and aggregated analytics data used for operational, security, and improvement purposes.

3.3 Third-party & Social Data

If you authenticate using social login providers (Google, LinkedIn, etc.), we collect profile information as permitted by your privacy settings. Data provided directly to external clients or organizers may be processed in accordance with their policies, over which Beyond Career holds no control.

3.4 Sensitive Data

Beyond Career never intentionally solicits or processes sensitive “special category” data (race, health, religion, etc.) unless explicitly provided by you for a clear purpose (e.g., opportunity application). Such information is processed solely as required by law or the function you requested, and always at your discretion.

4. PURPOSES FOR PROCESSING

We utilize your information to provide, maintain, and personalize platform services, administer user accounts, process applications and event registrations, communicate critical information, conduct analytics and research, enforce platform policies, and fulfill all legal and contractual obligations. Your data enables us to deliver a secure, fraud-resistant, and user-centric Platform.

5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process data on the lawful basis of:

• Performance of contract (i.e., to fulfill services you request)
• Legitimate business interests (i.e., site analytics, fraud prevention)
• Legal obligations (to comply with law, enforce agreements)
• Your explicit and informed consent (marketing, newsletters, specific data such as social logins)

6. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

We never sell or rent your personal information.

We may share data in the following circumstances and to the minimum extent required:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment), strictly limited to the service provision under robust data processing agreements.
• Employers/Organizers: When you apply/register for jobs, internships, or events, your application data is shared only with relevant clients/organizers for specified purposes.
• Legal & Compliance: To authorities, government bodies, courts, or law enforcement as required, or to enforce our terms and safeguard our rights/property.
• Corporate Transactions: To successors or acquirers in case of merger, reorganization, or sale, and only to the extent permitted by law.
• Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated usage data that cannot identify individuals for reporting, research, or promotional purposes.

Beyond Career is not responsible for data voluntarily provided by you to third-party clients, organizers, or in forums/groups not directly under our control (such as WhatsApp or external recruitment sites).

7. COOKIES & TRACKING

We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, remembering preferences, site analytics, security, and content customization.

Third-party cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function as intended.

8. DATA SECURITY

All data is encrypted in-transit (HTTPS). Sensitive data (e.g., passwords) is hashed at rest. Access is restricted to authorized personnel only; robust logging and regular audits are performed. Industry-standard firewalls, anti-malware, and intrusion prevention measures are implemented.

Payment data is processed/helped by PCI DSS compliant providers; we never store sensitive card details. Users must maintain confidentiality of their own passwords and promptly report any suspected compromise.

9. DATA RETENTION

We retain account and profile data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services and comply with legal obligations. If you close your account, we will delete or anonymize your data except as required for dispute resolution, legal compliance, or legitimate business needs (max. legal retention period: 5 years unless a longer retention is mandated by law or allowed for legitimate pursuits). Backups are maintained in secure environments and expunged on a rolling basis.

10. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Your data may be processed and stored in jurisdictions outside your home country under data protection arrangements complying with local and international data protection standards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

11. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your local laws, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, update, and delete your personal data.
• Withdraw consent for specific uses or marketing communications.
• Restrict or object to processing in some contexts (e.g., for direct marketing or profiling).
• Receive your data in a portable format.

You may exercise these rights by contacting mahavirkumar@beyondcareer.online. We may require account verification prior to fulfilling your request and are entitled to deny unfounded/repetitive/illegal requests.

12. LINKS, EXTERNAL PARTIES, AND THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Beyond Career may contain links to external sites, such as employer sites, WhatsApp groups, or payment processors. We are not responsible for those sites’ privacy practices or content. Your activity on those sites is governed by their terms and policies. Data you provide through external forms or in communications to organizers or employers is not governed by this Policy.

13. CHILDREN’S DATA

The Platform is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect or process data belonging to children under that age. If discovered, such data will be deleted promptly and accounts terminated.

14. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We reserve the right to amend this Policy at our sole discretion for business, operational, legal, or technical reasons. Updates take effect immediately when posted; substantial changes will be communicated via the Platform or via email. Continuing use after changes constitutes acceptance.

15. LIABILITY, INDEMNITY, AND LEGAL GOVERNANCE

Beyond Career shall not be liable for any damage or loss arising from unauthorized access, data breach, or data misuse caused by unforeseen technology flaws, force majeure, or user negligence. The Platform is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE”. Use is at your own risk; we offer no express or implied warranties regarding the security, completeness, or fitness of your information or the content provided.

In any event, our maximum liability shall not exceed the amount paid (if any) by you for Platform services in the preceding twelve months or as permitted under applicable law. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold Beyond Career, its staff, directors, and affiliates harmless from claims arising due to your breach of this policy, misuse of data, or unauthorized activity. Any dispute or claim shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which Beyond Career is established, and exclusive venue for disputes shall be the local courts.

16. CONTACT US

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this policy or your data, please reach out:

By using Beyond Career, you acknowledge you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy in its entirety. If you do not accept it, please discontinue use of the Platform immediately.