Last Updated: 9/9/2024

Welcome to FORAS! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Platform.

• Information We Collect

We collect different types of information from or about you, including:

• Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender, location, and any other information you provide during registration or profile updates.
• Employment Information: Details related to your resume, cover letters, work experience, education, skills, and any other information relevant to job applications.
• Technical Information: This includes IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and usage data collected automatically when you visit the Platform.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content.
• How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To Provide and Maintain Our Services: To enable you to create an account, apply for jobs, and manage your profile.
• To Communicate with You: To send you updates, notifications, and job alerts based on your preferences.
• To Improve Our Platform: To monitor usage, troubleshoot issues, and enhance the functionality and user experience of the Platform.
• For Marketing and Advertising: To provide personalized content and targeted advertising relevant to your interests.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.
• Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Employers and Recruiters: To facilitate the job application process, your information may be shared with employers and recruiters who post job vacancies on the Platform.
• Service Providers: Third-party service providers that assist us in operating the Platform, such as payment processors, cloud storage providers, and analytics services.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.
• Business Transfers: If the Platform is acquired, merged, or undergoes reorganization, your information may be transferred as part of that business transaction.

• Security of Your Information

We take the security of your information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

• Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on applicable laws, including local Libyan regulations, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal information that we hold.
• Correction: Request corrections to your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Objection: Object to certain data processing practices, such as direct marketing.
• Withdrawal of Consent: If you have consented to any processing, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the “Contact Us” section.

• Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies to collect data on how users interact with our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform.

• Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take the appropriate steps.

• International Data Transfers

As our Platform is primarily intended for users in Libya, data may be stored and processed in servers located outside the country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in line with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

• Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

• Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: [contact@contact.com]