Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 13, 2026

1. What Information We Collect

GlobalSearch collects information necessary to provide our executive recruitment and HR consultancy services:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, company, and job title
  • Professional Information: Resume, work history, skills, qualifications, and experience
  • Authentication Data: Login credentials and session information (via Supabase)
  • Payment Information: Billing details and transaction history (via Stripe)
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, interactions, and browsing patterns (via Google Analytics)
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
  • AI Processing Data: Information processed through OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, and Perplexity APIs for candidate matching and analysis

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery: Providing recruitment services, candidate matching, and HR consultancy
Authentication & Security: Securing your account, preventing fraud, and maintaining platform integrity
Payment Processing: Processing transactions and managing billing through Stripe
Analytics & Improvement: Understanding user behavior to improve our platform and services
AI-Powered Services: Analyzing candidate profiles and job requirements using AI services to provide better matches
Communication: Sending service updates, newsletters, and responding to inquiries
Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and protecting our legal interests

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our platform.

We use the following categories of cookies:

  • Necessary Cookies: Required for authentication, security, and core functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior and platform performance
  • Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising and retargeting
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and personalization choices

For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.

4. Do Not Sell My Personal Information

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar privacy laws, you have the right to request that we do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

To exercise your "Do Not Sell" rights:

  • Click the "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link in the footer of our website
  • Email us at info@globalsearch.ae with your request
  • Include your full name, email address, and account details (if applicable)

We will process your request within 45 days and confirm your opt-out status. Please note that opting out may affect your ability to use certain features of our platform.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents):
  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectify inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time
CCPA Rights (California Residents):
  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to correct inaccurate personal information
  • Right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@globalsearch.ae.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 12 months after deletion
  • Transaction Data: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
  • Analytics Data: Retained for up to 2 years
  • Consent Records: Stored in your browser's localStorage until you clear cookies or withdraw consent
  • AI Processing Data: Retained only as long as necessary for service delivery, typically 30 days

You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at info@globalsearch.ae.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

GlobalSearch
Location: Dubai, UAE

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on September 13, 2026. We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.