Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Marken Ventures ("we," "us," or "our") operates Job Data Warehouse (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Account Information: First name, last name, email address, company name, and password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features accessed, time spent on pages, search queries performed
• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type
• Log Data: Access times, pages viewed, and other system activity
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity and store certain information

2.3 Information from Third-Party Sources

Our Service displays aggregated labor market data from various public sources, including:

• U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) data
• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data
• H-1B and PERM visa filing records
• Other publicly available employment and economic data

This data is not linked to your personal information and is presented in aggregate form.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide and Maintain the Service: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and deliver the features and functionality of the Service
• Improve the Service: To understand how users interact with the Service and identify areas for improvement
• Communicate with You: To send account notifications, service updates, security alerts, and respond to your inquiries
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, track performance metrics, and generate insights about how the Service is used
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security vulnerabilities
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Hosting and infrastructure providers
• Analytics services
• Email delivery services
• Payment processors (for future paid subscriptions)

These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4.3 Business Transfers

If Marken Ventures is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated or anonymized information that does not directly identify you for research, marketing, analytics, or other purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of passwords and sensitive data
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication requirements

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. We will retain and use your information as necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements
• Maintain business records

If you close your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, unless we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your account information at any time by logging into your account settings.

7.2 Delete Your Account

You may request deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us at support@markenventures.com.

7.3 Cookies and Tracking

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can choose to set your browser to remove or reject cookies. However, this may affect the availability and functionality of the Service.

7.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails. Note that you may still receive transactional or administrative messages.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Marken Ventures. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose about you
• Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (Note: we do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@markenventures.com.

11. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

If you are located outside the United States and choose to provide information to us, please note that we transfer the data, including personal information, to the United States and process it there.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Sending you an email notification for material changes

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Marken Ventures
Job Data Warehouse
Email: support@markenventures.com