Effective Date: 04/20/2025

Your privacy matters. Welandit Ltd is committed to protecting your data and complying with all applicable data privacy laws, including GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and the Australian Privacy Act. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you interact with https://pinoyva.com and any associated services.

PinoyVA is an online job board platform owned and operated by Welandit Ltd. It enables users to post jobs, browse talent, or create profiles and upload resumes. Welandit Ltd is not an employer or recruiter and does not participate in any hiring processes between users.

What We Collect

We collect two types of information:

Voluntarily Provided Data: Data you submit through forms, profiles, messages, and applications (e.g., name, email, resume, phone number).
Automatically Collected Data: Technical data sent by your browser or device (e.g., IP address, browser type, usage statistics, device info).

Log Data

When you use our platform, our servers log standard information such as pages visited, time stamps, and errors. These logs help diagnose issues, improve services, and maintain security.

Use of Information

We collect and use your data to:

Operate and maintain the PinoyVA platform
Enable job postings and applications
Facilitate messaging between users
Improve platform features and content
Ensure compliance with legal obligations
Prevent abuse and ensure platform safety
Send updates and promotional offers (with consent)

Profile Visibility and Data Sharing

Profiles and resumes you create may be viewed by registered clients. We cannot control or monitor how clients handle this data once accessed. You assume responsibility for any information you make public.

Communication & Messaging

You may message other users through our platform. We do not monitor your communications unless required by law.

Testimonials and Reviews

If you submit testimonials or reviews, we may publicly display your name and message unless you request anonymization. You can withdraw consent at any time.

Voluntary Data Disclosure

Information you share via profiles, discussions, or messages may be visible to other users. Only share what you're comfortable with.

Profile Ranking

We may use automated methods to improve the visibility of your profile based on relevance, completeness, or engagement. This does not constitute automated decision-making with legal or similar effects.

Mobile Access

If you use a mobile device, we may collect limited technical data for functionality. Permissions are governed by your device and browser.

Backup and Recovery

We routinely back up platform data and will attempt recovery in the event of a platform failure or data incident.

Cookie Usage

We use cookies and similar tracking tools for analytics, performance, and personalization. You may manage cookie settings via your browser. See our Cookie Policy for details.

Third-Party Services

We may share data with trusted partners (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, web hosting). We require all vendors to follow applicable data protection regulations.

Business Transfers

If Welandit Ltd is acquired or enters insolvency, user data may be transferred as part of business assets. The new entity will continue to honor this policy or notify users of changes.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13. If we learn a child has submitted data, we will delete it promptly.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Object to or restrict data processing
Withdraw consent
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
Receive a copy of your data in portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@welandit.com.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Purpose

Legal Basis

Providing platform services

Contractual necessity

Marketing communications

Consent

Fraud prevention & analytics

Legitimate interests

Legal compliance

Legal obligation

International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed in the UK, EU, US, or Canada. We use Standard Contractual Clauses or other safeguards when transferring data internationally.

Data Retention

Type of Data

Retention Period

Profile/account data

While account is active

Job application records

Up to 2 years

Contact form submissions

12 months

Marketing consent logs

Until withdrawn + 2 years

Invoicing and payment records

7 years (legal requirement)

Security Responsibilities

We implement security measures to protect your data, but no method is 100% secure. You are responsible for:

Using strong, unique passwords
Managing your privacy settings
Avoiding oversharing on your profile

Do Not Track (DNT)

While we honor your privacy, our platform does not respond to Do Not Track browser signals.

Limitation of Liability

Welandit Ltd is not liable for decisions made between users or misuse of data shared voluntarily on PinoyVA. Use of our platform is at your own risk.

By using PinoyVA, you agree to our Terms & Condition. Please review them for information on acceptable conduct, content ownership, and account responsibilities.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational standards. If significant updates are made, we will notify users via email or platform banner.

Welandit Ltd

3rd Floor, 86–90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE

Email: admin@welandit.com