COOKIE POLICY(CANADA)

AGREEMENT TO OUR LEGAL TERMS

We are SkillOrbit ("Company," "we," "us," "our"), operating the website https://www.skillorbit.ca (the "Site"), the mobile application SkillOrbit (the "App"), as well as any other related products and services that refer or link to these legal terms (the "Legal Terms") (collectively, the "Services").

We operate the website https://www.skillorbit.ca (the "Site"), the mobile application SkillOrbit (the "App"), as well as any other related products and services that refer or link to these legal terms (the "Legal Terms") (collectively, the "Services").

SkillOrbit is a next-generation job marketplace that connects job seekers and employers in a simple, distraction-free way. Job seekers get powerful search tools, resume uploads, and tailored alerts, while employers access efficient sourcing, intuitive dashboards, and flexible subscriptions. With smart features and a streamlined experience, SkillOrbit makes hiring faster, smarter, and more effective.

You can contact us by email at info@skillorbit.ca.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Use of Cookies
2. What Are Cookies
3. Types of Cookies We Use
4. Cookie Consent and User Control
5. Data Collection, Use, and Retention
6. Third-Party Technologies and Cross-Border Transfers
7. Your Rights
8. Updates to This Policy

1. USE OF COOKIES

SkillOrbit ("Company," "we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons, local storage, and pixels) to improve website functionality, enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains how and why we use cookies in compliance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), relevant provincial privacy laws (such as Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act, British Columbia’s PIPA, and Quebec’s Law 25), and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below. You may withdraw or adjust consent at any time via our Cookie Settings Panel or through your browser.

2. WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember user preferences, manage sessions, and track performance analytics. Cookies can be: Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies — remain until they expire or are manually deleted.

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

1. Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (authentication, session management, security). These do not require user consent under PIPEDA or provincial equivalents.
2. Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous data on site usage (e.g., pages visited, session duration) to help us improve user experience. These require explicit user consent.
3. Preference Cookies: Remember user settings (language, layout, saved filters) to personalize interactions.
4. Advertising/Targeting Cookies: Used to show relevant job listings or promotions based on browsing behavior. These are only enabled after consent.
5. Third-Party Cookies: Set by analytics or advertising partners (e.g., Google Analytics, LinkedIn Insights). Data collection and retention are governed by their respective privacy policies.

4. COOKIE CONSENT AND USER CONTROL

Upon your first visit to our site, a cookie banner will appear explaining cookie types and requesting your consent for non-essential cookies. You may: Accept all cookies, Reject non-essential cookies, Customize preferences through the Cookie Settings Panel. You may also adjust cookie preferences in your browser. Rejecting cookies may limit certain features or personalization options. Consent records are retained in compliance with PIPEDA Section 4.3.3 (knowledge and consent) and CASL requirements for tracking technologies.

5. DATA COLLECTION, USE, AND RETENTION

Any personal information collected through cookies is: Used only for stated purposes (performance, personalization, security, analytics); Stored securely on Canadian or equivalent jurisdictions (under adequacy standards); Retained only as long as necessary to fulfill those purposes. All cookie data is anonymized wherever possible and subject to SkillOrbit’s Privacy Policy, which governs collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

6. THIRD-PARTY TECHNOLOGIES AND CROSS-BORDER TRANSFERS

Some analytics or ad partners may process cookie data outside Canada. In such cases, SkillOrbit ensures contractual or equivalent safeguards consistent with PIPEDA Schedule 1, Clause 4.1.3, ensuring data protection comparable to Canadian standards.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

Under PIPEDA and provincial privacy laws, you have the right to: Withdraw consent at any time; Request access to or correction of personal information collected through cookies; Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) or your provincial privacy commissioner. You can exercise these rights by contacting info@skillorbit.ca.

8. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

SkillOrbit ("Company," "we," "us," "our") may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or our operations. The effective date will always be displayed at the top. Continued use of our website after updates constitutes acceptance.