Privacy policy

Privacy Policy for Higher-Ed.careers

Effective Date: July 20, 2025

At Higher-Ed.careers, we are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a secure, trusted platform for job seekers and employers in the higher education community. Whether you're searching for your next career opportunity or seeking to recruit top talent, we ensure your personal information is handled with transparency and care.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

a. General Usage Data (Aggregate)

We track how users interact with our site (e.g., most-visited pages, time spent, popular job searches). This data is collected anonymously and helps us improve site performance, functionality, and content relevance.

b. Personal Information (Identifiable)

When you create an account, post a job, submit a resume, sign up for newsletters, or use other site features, we may collect personal details such as your name, email, phone number, institutional affiliation, or resume content.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide personalized job search or recruitment services

Facilitate communication between job seekers and employers

Send email alerts, newsletters, or relevant updates (with opt-out options)

Improve the performance and offerings of Higher-Ed.careers

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties without your consent.

3. Resume Privacy & Confidentiality Settings

Job seekers can choose how their resumes appear in our database:

Public: Visible to all verified employers and recruiters.

Confidential: Employers can view your resume content but not your personal identity or contact details.

Private: Your resume is hidden from all employers unless you apply to a job directly or give explicit access.

You can update or remove your resume at any time through your account settings or by contacting us at admin@higher-ed.careers.

4. Account Access & Updates

You may access, update, or delete your personal account information by logging into your profile. For assistance, email admin@higher-ed.careers with your request.

5. Cookies & IP Tracking

Higher-Ed.careers uses cookies to:

Maintain secure user sessions

Personalize user experiences

Track site analytics

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. However, some site features may not function properly without them.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption (SSL) to protect sensitive data submitted through our platform. Access to your information is restricted to authorized personnel only. While we strive to safeguard your data, no system can be 100% secure. We encourage you to practice safe data sharing practices.

7. Communication & Opt-Out

You may receive communications from Higher-Ed.careers, including job alerts, newsletters, or platform updates. You can opt out at any time by:

Using unsubscribe links in emails

Adjusting your preferences in your account

Emailing admin@higher-ed.careers with a request to unsubscribe or remove your data

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party resources or employer websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Higher-Ed.careers complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and does not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age.

10. Contact & Feedback

Questions, feedback, or requests related to this Privacy Policy can be directed to:

Higher-Ed.careers

Email: admin@higher-ed.careers

Phone: (281) 265-2472

Your feedback is always welcome and helps us improve our services.

11. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page. Please review regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.