Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Skill Bridger, 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 platform that helps students transition from academia to their dream careers.

By using Skill Bridger, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name and email address
• Educational institution and academic information
• LinkedIn profile information (when connected)
• Resume and portfolio content
• Career preferences and target industries

Academic Content

• Schoolwork and assignments submitted through Canvas, Blackboard, and other LMS integrations
• Project descriptions and academic achievements
• Skills and competencies demonstrated in coursework

Usage Data

• Platform usage patterns and feature interactions
• Credit usage and transaction history
• Generated content performance metrics

How We Use Your Information

• Portfolio Generation: Transform your academic work into professional portfolio websites
• LinkedIn Content Creation: Generate SEO-optimized posts based on your schoolwork and achievements
• Resume Building: Create and optimize resumes highlighting your skills and experience
• Job Matching: Connect you with relevant opportunities based on your profile
• Recruiter Outreach: Our human specialists promote your profile at career fairs and networking events
• Community Building: Facilitate mentorship connections within our curated network
• Platform Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance our AI models and services

Information Sharing and Disclosure

With Your Consent

We may share your information with recruiters and employers when you explicitly opt-in to our recruiter network program.

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party services including:

• AWS for secure cloud storage and email services
• Educational platforms (Canvas, Blackboard) for content integration
• LinkedIn API for social media posting (with your authorization)
• AI/ML service providers for content generation

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication protocols
• Secure cloud infrastructure with AWS
• Regular backup and disaster recovery procedures

Your Rights and Choices

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• LinkedIn Disconnect: Revoke LinkedIn integration at any time

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Provide personalized content recommendations

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Children's Privacy

Skill Bridger is designed for college-level students and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: