DATA COLLECTION & CONFIDENTIALITY

We take the confidentiality and security of the data we collect very seriously. All data collected from our partner institutions is kept strictly confidential and is only used for the purpose of evaluating the institution's employability ranking. We do not share this data, and it is stored securely in compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and regulations. We understand that some of the information we collect may be sensitive or proprietary, and we assure you that we will handle all data with the utmost care and professionalism. Our team is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals and institutions involved in the ranking process, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations regarding data protection and privacy.

​We value the trust of our partner institutions and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data security and confidentiality.

Data Collection and Confidentiality Policy - 03/31/2023

1. Introduction
   This Data Collection and Confidentiality Policy outlines our commitment to protecting the personal data we collect and process in the course of providing our services at EMPLIOS. We recognize the importance of data privacy and are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and security.
2. Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations
   EMPLIOS is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including federal and state privacy laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the New York Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security (SHIELD) Act, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for data subjects in the European Union.
3. Data Collection and Purpose
   We collect various types of data, including personal information, contact information, education history, and employment history. This data is collected for the purpose of evaluating employability, providing personalized career guidance, and improving our services. We will not share this data with third-party partners for research or other purposes. Individuals or Institutions may be asked to provide personal information to access certain features or services, and such information will only be used for the purpose specified.
4. Data Storage and Security
   We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect the data we collect. We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, and securely dispose of it when it is no longer needed.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
   We may share or disclose the collected data with third parties under certain specific circumstances, such as to comply with legal obligations. We ensure that, if any third parties receive the data, they are bound by confidentiality and security obligations.
6. Individual Rights and Choices
   Individuals or Institutions have the right to access, correct, or delete their data, and the right to opt out of certain data processing activities. We provide mechanisms for Individuals or Institutions to exercise these rights and make choices about their data.
7. Confidentiality of "EMPLEX" Scores and Recommendations
   We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of the EMPLEX scores and recommendations we provide to institutions. 
8. Updates and Modifications
   We reserve the right to update or modify this Data Collection and Confidentiality Policy as needed. We will notify users of any significant changes through appropriate communication channels.
9. Contact Information
   If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact our Data Protection Officer at data@emplios.com.

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