GRITS Portal Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 1st October 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how GRITS Portal (“GRITS”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and safeguards your personal information when you interact with www.gritsportal.com (the “Site”), including account creation, job searching, application processes, and employer services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your information.

What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Name, contact details (email, phone), and address.

Professional profile, resume/CV, cover letter, and work history.

Education and certifications.

Analytics data (e.g., usage statistics, device information, IP address).

Any other information voluntarily provided on your profile or during communications.

How We Collect Data

Directly from you when you register, complete your profile, or communicate with us.

Automatically through cookies or similar technologies when you use the platform.

From third-party integrations or authentication services (if applicable).

Purpose of Processing Data

To provide job matching and recruitment services.

To enable communication between job seekers and employers.

To improve user experience on the portal.

To fulfil legal and regulatory obligations.

For security, analytics, research, and operational purposes.

Legal Basis

We process personal data based on your consent (when you register or use the portal); to perform a contract (providing our services); and to comply with legal obligations.

Sharing and Disclosure

Your public profile may be visible to registered employers and recruiters.

Personal data is never sold to third parties.

Data may be shared with service providers who support GRITS operations (e.g., hosting, analytics), under strict confidentiality agreements.

We may disclose data to comply with laws or protect rights, property, or safety.

Cookies and Tracking

GRITS Portal uses cookies to recognize returning users, analyse traffic, and personalize content. You may manage cookie preferences in your browser.

Data Security

We employ administrative, physical, and technical security measures (encryption, access controls, audits) to protect personal information. While we strive for robust protection, transmission via the Internet is not completely secure.

Data Retention

Your information is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes listed above or as required by law. Accounts and associated data can be deleted upon request.

International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred across borders, GRITS Portal ensures adequate protection in accordance with data protection legislation.

User Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

Access, correct, update, or delete your data.

Restrict or object to specific processing.

Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).

Request a copy of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us via the details below.

Children’s Privacy

Our portal is not intended for children under 16. No information is knowingly collected from minors. Please notify us if you believe a child’s information has been submitted.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically; changes will be posted on this page, marked with the last updated date. Continued use of the portal after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Email: info@gritsportal.com

Address: 8-7-11 Menara Mutiara Bangsar, Jalan Liku, Bangsar 59100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.