Privacy Policy & Disclosures
At ZeroFees Remote Jobs (zerofeesremotejobs.com), we take your privacy and global compliance with the utmost seriousness. This document outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with GDPR, CCPA, and other international data protection laws.
Ad Disclosure & Transparency
To keep our platform 100% free for job seekers, we may display advertisements or use affiliate links. We only partner with reputable brands that provide value to the remote work community. Our editorial integrity remains independent of our advertising partnerships.
1. Data Collection
We collect information that you provide directly to us when you create an account, apply for a job, or subscribe to our newsletter. This may include:
- Name and contact information (Email, LinkedIn profile).
- Professional history and resume data.
- Preferences related to remote work and salary expectations.
2. Use of Information
Your data is used to provide and improve our services, specifically to:
- Match you with relevant remote opportunities.
- Facilitate job applications between you and employers.
- Send you industry updates and career resources.
- Ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
3. Cookie Policy (Detailed Declaration)
In compliance with the ePrivacy Directive, here is the detailed breakdown of the cookies we use:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _zf_session | Maintains user session security. | Session |
| _zf_consent | Stores your cookie preference choices. | 1 Year |
| _zf_analytics | Anonymous traffic analysis. | 2 Years |
4. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to serve ads when you visit our website. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites on the Internet.
- Google's use of advertising cookies: Enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.
- DART Cookie: Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Ads Settings.
- Third-party Cookies: Other third-party ad networks may also use cookies to measure the effectiveness of their advertisements and to personalize the advertising content. We have no access to or control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers.
5. COPPA Compliance (Children's Privacy)
ZeroFees is intended for professionals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take immediate steps to remove that information.
6. Data Sharing & Security
We do not sell your personal data. Your information is only shared with employers when you explicitly apply for a job. We implement high-level encryption and security protocols to protect your data from unauthorized access.
7. Your Rights (CCPA/GDPR/LGPD)
Depending on your location, you have the following specific rights:
For European Union Residents (GDPR):
- Right of Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: You can request to correct inaccurate data.
- Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your data under certain conditions.
For California Residents (CCPA):
- Right to Know: You can request to know what personal information we collect and sell.
- Right to Opt-Out: You can request that we do not sell your personal information. (Note: We do not sell personal data).
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
For Brazilian Residents (LGPD):
You have the right to confirm the existence of processing and to access, correct, or anonymize your data in accordance with the Brazilian General Data Protection Law.
8. Vulnerability Disclosure Policy (VDP)
We value the security of our community. If you are a security researcher and have found a potential vulnerability in our platform, please report it to security@zerofees.io. We pledge not to initiate legal action against researchers who discover and report vulnerabilities responsibly.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide you with our services and as described in this Privacy Policy. We also retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations.
10. AI Ethics & Algorithmic Transparency
In compliance with the EU AI Act, we disclose that ZeroFees uses automated algorithms to match candidates with job opportunities. These algorithms are designed to be non-discriminatory and focus solely on professional skills and qualifications. We perform regular audits to ensure algorithmic fairness.
11. Tax & Legal Residency Disclaimer
ZeroFees is a matching platform and does not act as an employer of record or a tax withholding agent. Users are solely responsible for determining their tax residency and complying with the tax laws of their respective countries. We recommend consulting with a qualified tax professional regarding remote work income.
12. Data Subject Access Request (DSAR)
You have the right to request a machine-readable copy of all personal data we hold about you. To initiate a request, please email dsar@zerofees.io with the subject "Data Access Request". We will process your request within 30 days as required by law.
13. Law Enforcement & Disclosure
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).
14. Contact Our Data Protection Officer (DPO)
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: dpo@zerofees.io