Connecting Talent Across Australia & New Zealand
CareerFinders.co is committed to protecting your privacy while helping you find career opportunities
across Australia and New Zealand. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal
information in compliance with Australian Privacy Principles and New Zealand Privacy Act requirements.
Operator: IPS (ABN: 21 662 655 665)
PO Box 30, Corio, Victoria 3214, Australia
Email: info@careerfinders.co
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services and career opportunities:
- Account Information: Name, email, password, location, and contact details
- Professional Profile: Resume/CV, work experience, education, certifications, salary
expectations, and references
- Job Search Data: Preferences, search history, and job applications
- Optional Information: Indigenous heritage, visa status, diversity program eligibility
(if you choose to provide)
- Technical Data: Device information, location data, and usage patterns through cookies
- Communications: Messages with employers, recruiters, and our support team
2. How We Use Your Information
Providing Services
- Sending job alerts and matching you with suitable positions
- Facilitating applications and communications with employers
- Providing career resources and market insights
- Offering customer support and protecting our users
Personalization & Improvement
- Tailoring job recommendations based on your profile and preferences
- Improving platform functionality and user experience
- Analyzing usage patterns and testing new features
Communication
- Sending job alerts, application updates, and notifications
- Sharing career tips and industry insights (with your consent)
- Responding to inquiries and providing support
Important: When showing tailored advertisements, we never associate identifiers with
sensitive categories such as race, religion, sexual orientation, or health.
3. Information Sharing
With Your Consent
- Employers & Recruiters: When you apply for jobs, we share your application materials
- Public Profile: If you make your profile searchable, certain information becomes
visible to employers
Service Providers
We work with trusted partners who help operate our platform:
- Cloud hosting and data storage (Australia/New Zealand preferred)
- Email and communication services
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Payment processors for premium services
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information to comply with legal obligations, protect rights and safety, prevent fraud,
or enforce our Terms of Use.
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your experience and keep your account secure:
Essential Cookies
Required for platform functionality and security (cannot be disabled)
Analytics Cookies
Track usage to improve performance and understand user behavior
Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences and personalize your experience
Advertising Cookies
Deliver relevant ads from third-party platforms
You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that
disabling certain cookies may limit platform functionality.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Australian Users
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data
- Complaints: Lodge complaints with our Privacy Officer or OAIC
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from direct marketing anytime
New Zealand Users
- Access & Correction: Request and update your information
- Deletion: Request deletion in certain circumstances
- Portability: Request your data in a common format
- Complaints: Contact our Privacy Officer or NZ Privacy Commissioner
Exercise Your Rights: Log into your account to update settings, contact our Privacy Officer at
privacy@careerfinders.co, or delete your account through your dashboard. We respond within 30 days.
6. Data Security & Retention
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit
- Strict access controls and multi-factor authentication
- Regular security audits and 24/7 monitoring
- Secure data centers in Australia and New Zealand
Retention Periods:
- Active accounts: Retained while you use our services
- Inactive accounts: Deleted or anonymized after 3 years of inactivity
- Applications: Retained for up to 2 years unless earlier deletion requested
- Legal requirements: Some data retained longer for compliance
7. International Data Transfers
Your information is primarily stored in Australia and New Zealand. If transferred internationally, we
use standard contractual clauses and ensure adequate protection in compliance with local privacy laws.
8. Children's Privacy
CareerFinders is designed for adults seeking employment. Minimum age is 16 years (or 18 if required by
local laws). Users under 18 must use the platform under parental supervision. We do not knowingly
collect information from individuals under the minimum age.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes
will be communicated via email or prominent platform notice. Continued use after changes constitutes
acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
Email: info@careerfinders.co
Address: PO Box 30, Corio, Victoria 3214, Australia