Lumetec, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of job applicants and visitors to our Careers Page. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you apply for a job or interact with our Careers Page.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our Careers Page or apply for a position, we may collect the following types of personal information:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
• Employment Information: Resume/CV, cover letter, work history, education details, references, and professional qualifications.
• Application Data: Answers to screening questions, portfolio links, and any additional information you provide in your application.
• Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser type, and interaction with our website (collected via cookies and analytics tools).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process and evaluate your job application.
• Communicate with you regarding your application status and future opportunities.
• Conduct interviews and background checks where applicable.
• Comply with legal obligations and company policies.
• Improve our recruitment process and Careers Page experience.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Internal Hiring Teams: To assess and process your application.
• Service Providers: Third-party platforms used for recruitment, background checks, or assessments.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: If required to comply with laws, legal processes, or enforce our rights.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you would like your data to be deleted, please contact us at privacy@lumetec.com.

5. Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no system can guarantee complete security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Accessing, correcting, or deleting your data.
• Objecting to processing or restricting data use.
• Withdrawing consent for future data collection.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@lumetec.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Careers Page may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., job boards or applicant tracking systems). We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. A