Last Updated Privacy Policy: April 29, 2025
At Gulf Gateway Group (accessible at https://gulfgatewaygroup.co), we are committed to protecting the privacy of every individual who visits our website and applies for job opportunities through our platform. This Job Seeker Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
1. Scope of This Policy
This privacy policy applies to all users of our website, particularly individuals who submit personal information when applying for job vacancies or interacting with our services.
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Contact Information: Full name, email address, and phone number
- Application Information: Resume/CV, work experience, education, and job preferences
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage logs
- Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our website
- Marketing Preferences: Subscription status to job alerts or updates
We may collect this data directly from you or automatically via cookies and similar tracking technologies.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We collect and process your data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Your consent, when you submit an application or contact us
- Our legitimate interest in providing job-matching services and improving our platform
- Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations, as required by UAE law
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
4. How We Use Your Data
Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:
- To process and evaluate your job applications
- To contact you regarding relevant job opportunities
- To manage communication preferences
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To display relevant advertisements
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These tools help us:
- Understand visitor behavior
- Measure traffic and user interaction
- Deliver advertisements tailored to your interests
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that doing so may limit some features of the website.
6. Advertisements
Our website displays ads to help support the free services we offer. These ads may use tracking technologies to show content that aligns with your interests. We do not control third-party ad technologies, but we strive to work with platforms that respect user privacy.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information. Your data may be shared with:
- Internal HR and recruitment teams to match you with relevant job opportunities
- Trusted third-party service providers, such as website hosts and analytics tools
- Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by applicable law
All parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements in line with UAE law.
8. Data Retentio
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by applicable law. Application-related data may be retained to inform you of future job opportunities unless you request deletion.
9. Cross-Border Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the UAE, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as contractual obligations or approved data protection mechanisms, in line with UAE PDPL requirements.
10. Your Rights
As a user, particularly a job applicant, you have the following rights under UAE law:
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to correct or update inaccurate or outdated data
- The right to request deletion of your data
- The right to object to processing of your information in certain cases
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
- The right to file a complaint with the UAE Data Office if your rights are violated
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
11. Data Security
We implement strong technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. While we follow industry best practices, no system is completely secure. We advise users to also practice caution when sharing personal information online.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such data collection, we will delete it immediately.
13. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to update or amend this policy at any time in response to legal, operational, or technological changes. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage users to review the Job Seeker Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect their data.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact:
Gulf Gateway Group
Email: [email protected]
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Website: https://gulfgatewaygroup.co