Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 20, 2025
Welandit Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable data privacy laws, including the GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and the Australian Privacy Act. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you interact with https://pinoyva.com and related services.
PinoyVA is an online job board platform owned and operated by Welandit Ltd. It enables users to post jobs, browse talent, and create profiles or upload resumes. Welandit Ltd is not an employer or recruiter and does not directly participate in hiring decisions between users.
What We Collect
We collect two types of information:
Voluntarily Provided Data – Information you submit through forms, profiles, messages, and job applications, such as your name, email address, resume, and phone number.
Automatically Collected Data – Information sent by your browser or device, such as your IP address, browser type, usage statistics, and device details.
Log Data
When you use the platform, our servers automatically record standard log information, including pages visited, time and date of access, and any technical errors. This data helps us improve performance, diagnose issues, and maintain platform security.
Use of Information
We collect and use your personal data to:
Operate and maintain the PinoyVA platform
Enable job posting and application functionality
Facilitate communication between clients and candidates
Improve platform performance and user experience
Comply with legal obligations
Prevent abuse and ensure a safe environment
Send service updates and promotional offers, where you have provided consent
Profile Visibility and Data Sharing
When you submit a resume or create a profile on PinoyVA, your information — including your name, resume, contact details (if enabled), and job preferences — becomes accessible to all registered employer accounts.
This visibility is a core feature of the platform. By submitting your information, you give explicit consent for this data-sharing model. You acknowledge and agree that:
Your information will be visible to and may be downloaded by multiple verified employers.
Welandit Ltd cannot control how individual employers use or store your data once accessed.
You may modify, anonymize, or delete your profile and resume at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.
Any sensitive or personal information shared voluntarily is your responsibility. Only provide what you are comfortable disclosing.
Communication and Messaging
You may exchange messages with other users through the platform. Welandit Ltd does not monitor private communications unless legally required to do so.
Testimonials and Reviews
If you provide a testimonial or review, we may publish your name and feedback on our website or promotional materials unless you request anonymization. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Voluntary Data Disclosure
Any information you share in your profile, resume, messages, or discussions may be visible to others on the platform. Please use discretion when submitting personal details.
Profile Ranking
We may use automated tools to enhance or promote the visibility of your profile based on factors such as completeness, engagement, or relevance. This does not constitute automated decision-making that has legal or significant effects on you.
Mobile Access
When using a mobile device, we may collect limited technical information to ensure platform functionality. Permissions are managed through your device and browser settings.
Backup and Recovery
We perform regular backups of platform data to safeguard against technical failures. In the event of a data loss or system failure, we will attempt to recover your information using these backups.
Cookie Usage
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze site performance, improve user experience, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information.
Third-Party Services
We may share data with third-party service providers we trust, such as Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and web hosting services. These providers are required to process data in compliance with applicable privacy laws and only on our behalf.
Business Transfers
In the event of a business transfer such as a merger, acquisition, or insolvency, your personal data may be transferred to a successor entity. The new owner will be required to honor this Privacy Policy or notify you of any material changes.
Children’s Privacy
PinoyVA is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been submitted, we will delete it immediately.
Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct or update inaccurate information
Delete your data or restrict its processing
Withdraw your consent at any time
Object to specific data uses
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@welandit.com.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal information under one or more of the following legal bases:
Contractual necessity: to provide services through the platform
Consent: for marketing communications or optional features
Legitimate interests: for fraud prevention, analytics, and service improvement
Legal obligation: to comply with laws and regulatory requirements
International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be stored or processed in the United Kingdom, European Union, United States, Canada, or other jurisdictions. When data is transferred internationally, we use Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal safeguards.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data based on the type of data and legal requirements:
Profile and account data is retained as long as your account remains active.
Job application records are retained for up to two years.
Contact form submissions are retained for up to twelve months.
Marketing consent records are retained until you withdraw consent, plus an additional two years.
Invoicing and payment data is retained for seven years as required by law.
Security Responsibilities
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure. As a user, you are responsible for:
Using strong, unique passwords
Reviewing and managing your account privacy settings
Avoiding the disclosure of sensitive information unless necessary
Do Not Track (DNT)
Our platform does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals.
Limitation of Liability
Welandit Ltd is not liable for decisions made between users or the misuse of data voluntarily shared on the platform. You use PinoyVA at your own risk and discretion.
Terms of Use
By using PinoyVA, you agree to our Terms of Service. Please review them for further information on your rights and responsibilities.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. If significant updates are made, we will notify you via email or a notice on the platform.
Contact Us
Welandit Ltd
3rd Floor, 86–90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE
Email: admin@welandit.com