Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Axented Inc. ("Axented," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit www.axented.com or interact with us through any of our online services (collectively, the "Site").

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2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through the Site or other online channels we control. It does not apply to information collected offline, on third‑party websites, or in the context of services we provide on behalf of our clients under separate agreements.

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3. Information We Collect

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can be associated with you ("Personal Information") in the following categories:

• Identifiers: Name, postal address, email address, phone number, IP address, and account username (provided by you or collected automatically).
• Professional or Employment‑Related Information: Résumé/CV, current or past job history, education, skills, and salary expectations (provided by you when applying for a role or engaging our recruitment services).
• Internet or Other Electronic Activity: Browsing and search history, referring/exit pages, click‑stream data, cookies, browser type, device information, and time zone (collected automatically).
• Geolocation Data: Approximate location derived from your IP address (collected automatically).
• Sensitive Personal Information (CPRA): Government identification numbers—only if you voluntarily submit them during the hiring process (provided by you).
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4. How We Use Your Information How We Use Your Information

We use Personal Information for the following business or commercial purposes:

1. Service Delivery – To provide, operate, maintain, and secure the Site and our consulting, recruiting, and staffing services.
2. Customer Support – To respond to inquiries, requests, or feedback.
3. Recruitment Services – To match candidates with employment opportunities, evaluate qualifications, and communicate about roles.
4. Improvement & Analytics – To understand Site usage, develop new features, and enhance user experience.
5. Marketing & Communications – To send newsletters, promotional materials, or other information that may interest you (you may opt out at any time).
6. Legal & Security – To detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, security incidents, or violations of our Terms; to comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

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5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR/UK GDPR)

We process Personal Information only when we have a legal basis, including:

• Contractual Necessity – Processing necessary to perform a contract with you or take steps at your request.
• Legitimate Interests – Processing to pursue our legitimate business interests (e.g., improving the Site) balanced against your rights.
• Consent – Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., to receive email marketing).
• Legal Obligation – Processing necessary to comply with laws.

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6. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share Personal Information with:

• Service Providers – Vendors who perform services for us (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, applicant‑tracking systems) under confidentiality agreements.
• Hiring Clients – If you are a candidate, we share necessary details with prospective employers with your consent.
• Business Transfers – In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition.
• Legal Requirements – Where disclosure is required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property.

We do not sell or share Personal Information for cross‑contextual behavioral advertising as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

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7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you signed in
• Understand how you use the Site
• Remember your preferences
• Improve and personalize content

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

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8. Your Privacy Rights

European Economic Area (EEA)/United Kingdom: You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to processing of your Personal Information, and to data portability. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority.

California Residents: Under the CPRA, you have the right to:

• Know the categories and specific pieces of Personal Information we have collected about you, the sources, and our purpose for collecting it;
• Request deletion or correction of your Personal Information;
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of Personal Information (we do not currently sell or share it);
• Limit use and disclosure of sensitive Personal Information;
• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.

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Requests may be submitted by emailing us at contact@axented.com or via our web form at https://www.axented.com/privacy-policy We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within the time frames required by law.

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9. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures designed to safeguard Personal Information, including encryption in transit, role‑based access controls, and regular security assessments. No Internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

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10. Data Retention

We retain Personal Information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., tax, accounting, or employment regulations).

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11. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside Mexico, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not provide equivalent data‑protection laws (e.g., the United States). Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

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12. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from them. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided Personal Information, we will delete it promptly and in accordance with applicable law.

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13. Third‑Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third‑party websites or services not controlled by Axented. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

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14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top and, if material changes are made, provide prominent notice (e.g., via a banner or email). Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

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15. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please reach us at:

Monterrey OfficeSan Ignacio 214, Col. Santa María, Monterrey, NL 64650, Mexico

Phone: +52 (81) 1957-6080

Email: contact@axented.com

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