Privacy Policy

Below is a comprehensive Privacy Policy for 7SecondResume.com, an online resume-building service that processes payments through Square. This policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant regulations. It is written to be clear, transparent, and user-friendly while covering all necessary aspects of data collection, use, storage, and protection. --- # Privacy Policy for 7SecondResume.com Last Updated: August 6, 2025 At 7SecondResume.com ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, 7SecondResume.com (the "Website"), and our resume-building services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services. This policy also describes how we handle payments processed through Square, our third-party payment processor, and your rights regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect We collect information from you in various ways when you use our Services. The types of information we collect include:

a. Personal Information Personal information is data that can be used to identify you. We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our Services: - Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. - Resume Information: Details you provide for your resume, such as employment history, education, skills, certifications, and other professional information. - Account Information: Username, password, and other details if you create an account on our Website. - Payment Information: When you make a payment for our Services, we collect limited payment information (e.g., billing address). However, payment card details (e.g., credit card numbers) are handled directly by Square, our payment processor, and are not stored by us. - Communication Information: Information you provide when you contact us via email, phone, or customer support forms, including inquiries or feedback.

b. Non-Personal Information We also collect information that does not directly identify you, including: - Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and navigation patterns. - Device and Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and other technical data collected through cookies or similar technologies. - Analytics Data: Aggregated data about user behavior on our Website, collected through tools like Google Analytics.

c. Information from Third Parties We may receive information about you from third parties, such as: - Square: Limited payment-related information (e.g., transaction status or billing address) to process your payments. - Social Media or Other Platforms: If you log in to our Services using a third-party account (e.g., Google or LinkedIn), we may receive certain profile information, such as your name or email address, depending on the platform’s settings.

2. How We Collect Information We collect information in the following ways: - Directly from You: When you fill out forms, create an account, upload resume content, make a payment, or contact us. - Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies when you visit our Website. - From Third Parties: From our payment processor (Square) or other third-party services you use to interact with our Website.

3. How We Use Your Information We use your information to provide, improve, and personalize our Services. Specific purposes include: - Providing Services: To create, edit, and deliver your resume or other career-related documents. - Processing Payments: To facilitate transactions through Square and issue invoices or receipts. - Account Management: To manage your account, authenticate logins, and provide customer support. - Improving Our Services: To analyze usage trends, enhance our Website, and develop new features. - Communication: To send you transactional emails (e.g., order confirmations), respond to inquiries, or provide updates about our Services. - Marketing: To send promotional emails or offers about our Services, where permitted by law and with your consent (if required). You can opt out at any time (see Section 9). - Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. How We Share Your Information We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances: - Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors who help us operate our Services, such as: - Square: To process payments securely. Square’s Privacy Policy (available at https://squareup.com/us/en/legal/general/privacy) governs how they handle your payment information. - Hosting Providers: To store and manage data on secure servers. - Analytics Providers: To analyze Website usage (e.g., Google Analytics). - Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order, subpoena, or regulatory request. - Business Transfers: If 7SecondResume.com is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. - With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you explicitly consent to such sharing.

5. Payment Processing via Square When you make a payment for our Services, your payment information (e.g., credit card number) is collected and processed directly by Square, our third-party payment processor. We do not store or have access to your full payment card details. Square complies with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) to ensure secure handling of your payment information. For more details on how Square processes your data, please review their Privacy Policy at https://squareup.com/us/en/legal/general/privacy.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixel tags) to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use: - Essential Cookies: To enable core Website functionality, such as user authentication and session management. - Analytics Cookies: To collect data on how users interact with our Website. - Marketing Cookies: To deliver personalized advertisements, if applicable. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our Website’s cookie consent tool (if available). Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

7. Data Security We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include: - Encryption of sensitive data (e.g., during transmission). - Secure storage of data on servers with access controls. - Regular security assessments and updates. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Data Protection Rights Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). These rights may include: - Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. - Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information. - Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations. - Restriction: Request that we restrict the processing of your information in certain circumstances. - Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. - Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or the sale/sharing of your personal information (if applicable). - Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as direct marketing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@7secondresume.com]. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by law (e.g., 30 days for GDPR, 45 days for CCPA). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

9. Marketing Communications and Opting Out If you have consented to receive marketing communications, we may send you promotional emails about our Services. You can opt out at any time by: - Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email. - Contacting us at [insert contact email]. - Updating your preferences in your account settings (if applicable). Opting out of marketing communications will not affect transactional or service-related communications (e.g., order confirmations).

10. International Data Transfers If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers and third-party service providers (e.g., Square) are located. We ensure that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, such as through the use of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for GDPR compliance.

11. Data Retention We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including: - As long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Services. - To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax or accounting requirements). - To resolve disputes or enforce our agreements. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it, unless otherwise required by law.

12. Third-Party Links Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., Square, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

13. Children’s Privacy Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [insert contact email].

14. 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 material changes by posting the updated policy on our Website with a revised “Last Updated” date or by other means, such as email, where required by law. Your continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Email: [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@7secondresume.com] Phone: [719-331-3383] For California residents, you may also contact us to exercise your CCPA rights or to file a complaint. For EU/EEA residents, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

16. Additional Information for California Residents (CCPA) Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. In the past 12 months, we may have collected, used, or disclosed the following categories of personal information: - Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, IP address. - Personal Information Categories Listed in the California Customer Records Statute: Name, address, payment information (via Square). - Commercial Information: Purchase history, services used. - Internet or Electronic Network Activity: Browsing history, interactions with our Website. - Professional or Employment-Related Information: Resume details, such as job history and education. We disclose these categories to service providers (e.g., Square, hosting providers) for business purposes. We do not sell your personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights (e.g., access, deletion, opt-out), contact us at [insert contact email]. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

17. Additional Information for EU/EEA Residents (GDPR) For users in the European Union or European Economic Area, our legal basis for processing your personal information includes: - Contract: To provide our Services and process payments. - Consent: For marketing communications or non-essential cookies. - Legitimate Interests: For improving our Services, analyzing usage, or ensuring security. - Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or opting out as described in Section 9. For GDPR-related inquiries, contact us at [insert contact email].

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