1. WHO WE ARE
1.1 Direct Hiring Solutions Limited is the data controller responsible for personal data processed through the Platform.

2. PLATFORM OVERVIEW
2.1 The Platform is a confidential recruitment marketplace displaying anonymised Candidate profiles from direct registrations and partner Agencies.

3. DATA ROLES
3.1 The Company acts as data controller for Platform operations.
3.2 Agencies act as independent controllers for their Candidate relationships.
3.3 Employers become controllers once Candidate identity is disclosed.

4. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT
4.1 Employer data includes contact and account information.
4.2 Candidate data includes professional experience, skills, and qualifications (presented in anonymised form).
4.3 Technical data includes IP address, device information, and usage logs.

5. HOW WE USE DATA
5.1 To operate the Platform, display profiles, facilitate introductions, and maintain security.
5.2 To improve services, analytics, and user experience.

6. PROFILING
6.1 Automated processing may be used for search, ranking, and matching of Candidates.

7. LAWFUL BASIS
7.1 Processing is based on legitimate interests, contractual necessity, consent, and legal obligations.

8. DATA SHARING
8.1 Data may be shared with Employers (upon introduction), Agencies, service providers, and regulators.

9. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
9.1 Data may be transferred outside the UK with appropriate safeguards in place.

10. DATA RETENTION
10.1 Candidate profiles are retained typically up to 24 months; employer data for the duration of the relationship; logs up to 12 months.

11. SECURITY
11.1 We implement technical and organisational measures including encryption and access controls.

12. YOUR RIGHTS
12.1 Individuals have rights including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and data portability.
12.2 Complaints may be made to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

13. CONTACT
13.1 Direct Hiring Solutions Limited – support@talent2udirect.com