Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

1. Data Controller

MeritCareers is operated by MeritEdTech OÜ, registration number 17298104, registered at Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Tornimäe tn 5, 10145, Estonia. We are the data controller responsible for your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

  • Account data: name, email address, password (hashed)
  • Career data: resume content, skills, work experience, education
  • Usage data: pages visited, features used, device information
  • AI analysis data: career scores, skill assessments, recommendations

3. How We Use Your Data

  • Provide AI-powered career analysis and personalized recommendations
  • Match you with relevant job opportunities and learning paths
  • Improve our services and develop new features
  • Communicate important updates about your account
  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

We process your data based on: consent (Art. 6(1)(a)), performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)), legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)), and legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)) under the GDPR.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and regular security reviews.

8. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in the European Economic Area (EEA). Any transfers outside the EEA will be subject to appropriate safeguards as required by the GDPR.

9. Contact

For privacy inquiries, please contact us at: privacy@meritcareers.com

MeritEdTech OÜ · Tornimäe tn 5, 10145 Tallinn, Estonia