Introduction
Stellanex ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or apply for positions with us (including full-time positions and internships).
By using our website or services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our website or services.
Information We Collect
We collect different types of information depending on whether you are applying for a full-time position or an internship:
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us:
For Full-Time Positions:
- Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Resume, cover letter, and employment history
- Educational qualifications and certifications
- Identity documents (Aadhaar, PAN, passport) for employment purposes
- Bank account details for salary processing
- Emergency contact information
- Professional references and their contact information
- Disability status and veteran status (optional, for EEO reporting)
For Internship Positions:
- Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Resume, cover letter, and portfolio
- Student ID and university email address
- Academic transcripts and educational qualifications
- University name, course, and year of study
- CGPA/GPA and relevant coursework
- Emergency contact information
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from university (if required)
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and browser type
- Device information and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party sources:
- Background check agencies (for full-time positions) or academic verification services (for internships)
- Recruitment platforms and job boards
- Professional references (for full-time) or academic references (for internships)
- Social media platforms (if you connect your profile)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Recruitment and Hiring: To process job applications, conduct interviews, perform background checks (for full-time) or academic verification (for internships), and make hiring decisions
- Employment/Internship Management: To manage employment relationships (for full-time) or internship programs (for internships), process payroll/stipends, provide benefits, and comply with legal obligations
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send updates about applications, communicate with mentors (for internships), and communicate about our services
- Website Improvement: To analyze website usage, improve user experience, and optimize our services
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
- Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as background check agencies (for full-time), cloud storage providers, recruitment platforms, and academic verification services (for internships)
- Team Members: For internships, we may share your information with mentors and team members involved in the selection and mentoring process
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity
- With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent or at your direction
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our employees, interns, users, or others
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Employee and intern training on data protection and privacy
- Secure data storage and backup procedures
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.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law:
- Full-Time Job Applications: Application data is retained for up to 2 years for future opportunities, unless you request deletion
- Internship Applications: Application data is retained for up to 1 year for future opportunities, unless you request deletion
- Employee Records: Employment records are retained as required by applicable labor laws and regulations
- Internship Records: Internship records are retained for up to 2 years after completion for reference and potential conversion opportunities
- Website Data: Website usage data is retained for analytics purposes, typically for up to 2 years
You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: The right to request access to your personal information
- Correction: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal information
- Objection: The right to object to processing of your personal information
- Portability: The right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format
- Withdrawal of Consent: The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve website functionality and performance
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please fill out the form below:
Address: Stellanex Technologies Pvt. Ltd., India
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.