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De Sarkar & Co is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, job seekers who register with us, and corporate clients who engage our recruitment and placement services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

From Job Seekers / Candidates Full name, contact number, email address, postal address Resume/CV, employment history, educational qualifications, certifications Current and expected salary details Date of birth, gender (where relevant to job matching) Government-issued identification (where required for verification purposes) References and referee contact information Any additional information voluntarily shared during interviews or consultations From Corporate Clients Company name, registered address, and contact details of authorized representatives Hiring requirements, job descriptions, and organizational structure information shared for recruitment purposes Billing and payment information Automatically Collected Information IP address, browser type, device information Pages visited, time spent on site, referring website Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to: Match job seekers with suitable employment opportunities Share candidate profiles and resumes with prospective employers/corporate clients Communicate with candidates regarding job opportunities, interview schedules, and application status Communicate with corporate clients regarding hiring requirements, candidate shortlists, and service updates Process placement fees (8.33% of annual CTC, or as otherwise agreed) and maintain billing records Improve our website, services, and AI-assisted screening/matching tools Comply with legal and regulatory obligations Send updates, newsletters, or promotional communications (with the option to unsubscribe)

3. Disclosure and Sharing of Information

As a recruitment and placement consultancy, sharing candidate information with prospective employers is core to our service. We disclose personal information as follows: To corporate clients/employers: We share candidate resumes, employment history, and relevant qualifications with employers actively hiring for a matching role, solely for recruitment evaluation purposes. To service providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who support our operations (e.g., IT hosting, AI screening tools, payment processors), under confidentiality obligations. For legal compliance: We may disclose information where required by law, court order, or government authority. We do not sell personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Retention

We retain candidate and corporate client information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including ongoing job-matching services, or as required to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Candidates may request deletion of their data at any time (see Section 7).

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and understand visitor behavior. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect certain website functionalities.

7. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law (including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023), you have the right to: Access the personal information we hold about you Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information Request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal and contractual obligations Withdraw consent for processing, where processing is based on consent Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority To exercise these rights, contact us using the details in Section 10.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., job portals, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age or otherwise legally eligible for employment. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at: De Sarkar & Co Email: admin@adventactorstudio.com Phone: +91 91635 65349 Address: 8th Floor, Unit No 837, PS ABACUS, NH12, Action Area IIE 25, Newtown, West Bengal 700161

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of our website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.