GDPR Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
1. Introduction
This GDPR Privacy Policy applies to residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) and explains how WheelXpress Careers (https://careers.wheelxpress.com) collects, processes, and protects personal data in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Identity Data | Name, professional title |
| Contact Data | Email address, phone number |
| Career Data | Resume/CV, employment history, skills, certifications |
| Employer Data | Company name, recruiter contact details, job listing content |
| Technical Data | IP address, browser type, device info |
| Usage Data | Pages visited, job searches, application history |
| Cookie Data | Analytics and advertising cookies |
3. Legal Basis for Processing
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Job seeker profile and application processing | Contract / Consent |
| Employer listing management | Contract |
| Platform analytics | Legitimate interests |
| Personalised advertising | Consent |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation |
| Fraud prevention | Legitimate interests |
4. Data Processing Purposes
- Matching job seekers with relevant career opportunities
- Enabling employers to manage listings and review applications
- Sending job alerts and platform notifications (opt-in)
- Improving platform performance through analytics
- Displaying relevant advertising
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | Request a copy of your personal data |
| Rectification | Correct inaccurate data |
| Erasure | Request deletion of your data |
| Restriction | Limit how we process your data |
| Portability | Receive your data in a portable format |
| Object | Object to processing based on legitimate interests |
| Withdraw Consent | Withdraw consent at any time |
| Complain | Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority |
Submit requests to: contact@wheelxpress.com (Subject: “GDPR Request”). We respond within 30 days.
6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Job seeker profile | Until deletion requested + 30 days |
| Resume/CV | Until deletion requested + 30 days |
| Application records | 12 months after application |
| Employer listing data | Duration of listing + 6 months |
| Analytics data | 14 months (Google Analytics default) |
| Legal/compliance records | As required by applicable law |
7. International Data Transfers
Some processors (Google Analytics, Google AdSense) may transfer data outside the EEA. We ensure appropriate safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place for such transfers.
8. Data Security
We apply technical and organisational measures including encrypted storage for career data, access controls, and regular security reviews.
9. Contact
For GDPR matters: contact@wheelxpress.com (Subject: “GDPR Request”)
Find your national supervisory authority: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/about-edpb/members_en
FAQ
Q: Can I request a copy of my resume and application data?
A: Yes. Email contact@wheelxpress.com with “GDPR Access Request” and we will provide your data within 30 days.
Q: How do I delete my profile from WheelXpress Careers?
A: Email contact@wheelxpress.com with “GDPR Erasure Request.” We will delete your data within 30 days subject to any legal retention obligations.
Q: Is my career data shared with employers in other countries?
A: Only when you apply for a role with an employer in another country, and only to the extent necessary to process your application.
Q: Can I withdraw consent for job alert emails?
A: Yes. Use the unsubscribe link in any job alert email or contact us directly.