Privacy Policy – Effortless Recruitment Ltd

1. Introduction

We are committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and service users.

This policy applies when we act as a data controller, meaning we determine how and why your personal data is processed.

Our website uses cookies. Where cookies are not strictly necessary for the operation of the website, we will ask for your consent on your first visit.

Privacy controls on our website allow you to manage how your personal data is used, including opting out of direct marketing and limiting the publication of your information. You can access these controls at www.effortlessrecruitment.co.uk.

In this policy, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Effortless Recruitment Ltd.

2. How We Use Your Personal Data

We may process the following types of data:

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and services (IP address, location, browser, operating system, referral source, pages visited, time spent). Used to analyse and improve our website and services. Legal basis: legitimate interests.

  • Account Data: Data you provide to create an account (e.g., name, email). Used to provide services, maintain security, and communicate with you. Legal basis: consent.

  • Service Data: Personal data provided while using our services. Used to operate services, ensure security, maintain backups, and communicate with you. Legal basis: contract performance.

  • Enquiry Data: Information submitted in enquiries about goods or services. Used to offer and market relevant services. Legal basis: consent.

  • Transaction Data: Details of purchases or transactions with us. Used to supply goods/services and maintain records. Legal basis: contract performance and legitimate interests.

  • Notification Data: Data provided for email updates or newsletters. Used to send communications. Legal basis: consent.

  • Correspondence Data: Any data contained in communications with us. Used for correspondence and record-keeping. Legal basis: legitimate interests.

We may also process personal data where necessary for legal obligations, vital interests, or to protect our rights or those of others. Please do not provide personal data of others unless requested.

3. Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share data with:

4. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary. For example, names, addresses, phone numbers, and emails will be kept until you request deletion. We may also retain data to comply with legal obligations or protect vital interests.

5. Data Security

We use technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure servers, encrypted transmissions, and secure manual records.

Transmission of unencrypted data over the internet is inherently insecure, and we cannot guarantee total security. You are responsible for keeping your passwords confidential.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Please check this page regularly to stay informed.

7. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have rights including:

  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction of inaccurate data

  • Deletion of data

  • Restriction of processing

  • Objection to processing, including for direct marketing

  • Data portability

  • Complaint to a supervisory authority

  • Withdrawal of consent

You can exercise your rights by contacting us in writing.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.

9. Personal Data of Children

Our services are for users over 18. Any personal data of minors will be deleted.

10. Updating Your Information

Please contact us if your personal data needs correcting or updating.

11. Company Details

This website is owned and operated by Effortless Recruitment Ltd, registered in England and Wales under company number 16898450.

Contact us:

  • By email: oliver@effortlessrecruitment.com

12. Data Protection Registration

Effortless Recruitment Ltd is registered as a data controller with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), registration number .

13. Data Protection Officer

Our Data Protection Officer can be contacted via the details above.