Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At International Workforce, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our recruitment services. We process your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Austrian Data Protection Act (DSG), and the Austrian Telecommunications Act (TKG 2021).

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

International Workforce

Simmering Hauptstrasse 109, 1110 Wien, Austria.

Info@internationalworforce.net

+43 688 64915941

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Identification Data: Name, date of birth, nationality, and passport or ID numbers.

• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.

• Professional Information: Curriculum vitae (CV), employment history, education, skills, certifications, and references.

• Application Data: Job preferences, interview notes, and assessment results.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior on our website.

• Communication Data: Records of correspondence and communications with us.

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4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• Recruitment Services: To match candidates with job opportunities, assess suitability, and facilitate the recruitment process.

• Contractual Obligations: To fulfill our contractual obligations to clients and candidates.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide information about our services.

• Website Functionality: To analyze website usage and improve user experience.

The legal bases for processing your personal data include:

• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities.

• Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary for the performance of a contract with you.

• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary for compliance with legal obligations.

• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights and interests.

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5. Data Sharing and Transfers

We may share your personal data with:

• Clients: Potential employers as part of the recruitment process.

• Service Providers: Third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as IT support and data hosting.

• Legal Authorities: Regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies, where required by law.

If we transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission .

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The retention period may vary depending on the nature of the data and our obligations.

7. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: The right to access your personal data.

• Rectification: The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: The right to request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

• Restriction: The right to restrict processing of your data under certain circumstances.

• Data Portability: The right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.

• Objection: The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

• Withdrawal of Consent: The right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at Info@internationalworkforce.net

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and secure data storage.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at:

International Workforce
Simmering Hauptstrasse 109, 1110 Wien, Austria.
Info@internationalworkforce.net
+43 688 64915941

If you believe that we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority (Datenschutzbehörde):

Austrian Data Protection Authority
Barichgasse 40–42
1030 Vienna, Austria
Phone: +43 1 52 152-0
Email: dsb@dsb.gv.at
Website: https://www.dsb.gv.at

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings.

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions properly

• Enhance user experience by remembering preferences

• Analyze website traffic and user behavior

• Support marketing and advertising efforts, where applicable

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.

2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously (e.g., Google Analytics).

3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced features.

4. Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the user and thus more valuable for publishers and advertisers.

Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner or modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, doing so may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

You can also opt-out of cookies from third-party services like Google by visiting their respective privacy settings pages.

Consent

When you visit our website for the first time, you will be presented with a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can update or withdraw your consent at any time.

Changes to Our Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Please review it periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Effective Date: 1st May 2025