Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 19, 2025
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to QIU! This Privacy Policy explains how QIU ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, shares, and protects information in connection with our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Services").We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our Services. This policy outlines our practices regarding your personal information and how we safeguard your data across our web platform and mobile applications (iOS and Android). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Please read this document carefully to understand our policies and practices regarding your information.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Information You Provide to Us
When you register for and use QIU, we collect information you provide directly, including:
Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, professional title, company, and password.
Profile Information: Resume/CV, professional experience, education, skills, certifications, job preferences, profile photo, and other details you choose to include.
Application Information: Job applications, cover letters, and other materials you submit through our platform.
Communications: Messages exchanged with recruiters, employers, or other users.
Payment Information: If applicable, billing details and payment method information.
Information We Collect Automatically
When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:
Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, IP address, mobile network information.
Usage Data: Interactions with job listings, search queries, time spent on pages, features used, and other activities on our platform.
Location Information: General location based on IP address and, if permitted, precise location through GPS.
Log Data: Browser type, access times, pages viewed, and interaction with advertisements.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies as described in our Cookie Policy.
Information From Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
Third-party services if you choose to link accounts (such as Google, Apple, or Microsoft)
Background check providers (with your consent)
References provided by you
Other users who may provide testimonials or references
Public sources and professional databases
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to:
Create and maintain your account
Match candidates with appropriate job opportunities
Allow recruiters to search for and evaluate candidates
Personalize your experience and provide content recommendations
Process job applications
Facilitate communication between recruiters and candidates
Analyze and improve our Services
Ensure the security and integrity of our platform
Send notifications, updates, and marketing communications
Process payments and prevent fraudulent transactions
Comply with legal obligations
HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
With Other Users
For Candidates: Information from your profile and application materials is shared with recruiters and employers when you apply for positions or when your profile matches their search criteria
For Recruiters/Employers: Information about your company, job postings, and professional profile may be visible to candidatesWith Service ProvidersWe share information with vendors and service providers who support our business operations, including:
Cloud storage providers
Payment processors
Analytics services
Email delivery services
Customer support tools
Background check services (with your consent)
For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your information:
In response to legal process or governmental requests
To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
To detect and resolve fraud or security issues
In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
With Your Consent
We may share information for purposes disclosed to you and with your consent.
DATA RETENTION
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. You may request deletion of your account at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Update: You can access and update your account information through your profile settings
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated personal information
Marketing Communications: Opt out of marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link in any marketing email
Push Notifications: Manage push notifications through your device settings
Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settingsTo exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@qiu.live.
DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no internet or electronic transmission is ever fully secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, which may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with applicable laws.
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Services are not directed to children under 16 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete this information as quickly as possible.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy frequently to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
SPECIFIC PROVISIONS FOR MOBILE APPLICATIONS
iOS and Android Applications
Our mobile applications may request certain permissions that allow them to access features of your mobile device:
Camera: For profile photos or document scanning
Photo Library: To upload images or documents
Location: To find nearby job opportunities
Notifications: To send alerts about new matches, messages, or updates
Contacts: To invite connections (only with explicit permission)You can manage these permissions through your device settings.
Mobile Analytics
We use mobile analytics software to better understand the functionality of our mobile applications. This software may record information such as how often you use the application, the events that occur within the application, and application performance data.
Mobile Identifiers
We use mobile device identifiers (such as your device ID, advertising ID) to recognize your device and support our mobile application functionality.
JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS
United States
California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. See our [California Privacy Notice] for more details.
Do Not TrackSome browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals. We currently do not respond to these signals.
European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or equivalent laws:
Right to access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object
Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling
The legal bases we rely on for processing your information include:
Performance of our contract with you
Our legitimate interests
Compliance with legal obligations
Your consent, where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@qiu.com.
Canada
For Canadian users, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws.
Australia
For Australian users, we comply with the Australian Privacy Act and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If you have a complaint about our privacy practices, please contact us directly. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
COOKIE POLICY
Our Services use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality
Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us improve by collecting anonymous information
Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences
Targeting Cookies: Record your visits to our website, pages visited, and links followed
Third-Party Cookies: Set by third parties providing services to us
CONTACT US
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@qiu.liveFor data subjects in the European Economic Area:
Data Protection Officer: dpo@qiu.live© 2025 QIU. All rights reserved.