Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10th April 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how CareerMap (“Data Fiduciary”) collects, uses, and processes personal data in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

Categories of Personal Data Collected

We may collect

a. Identity Data

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone number
  • Date of birth

b. Profile Data

  • Education
  • Skills
  • Work experience

c. Assessment Data

  • Test responses
  • Scores
  • Skill evaluations

d. Audio/Visual Data

  • Video recordings during assessments/interviews
  • Voice recordings
  • Images captured during proctoring

e. Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Device information
  • Usage logs

Purpose of Processing

CareerMap provides:

  • AI-based job matching scores
  • Skill gap analysis
  • AI-generated assessments and evaluations
  • AI-powered mock interviews
  • Personalized learning recommendations.

Consent

We obtain free, informed, specific, and unambiguous consent for:

  • Profile data processing
  • AI-based profiling
  • Audio/video recording

Users may withdraw consent at any time.

AI & Automated Decision-Making

We use AI systems to generate insights and recommendations.

These outputs:

  • Are automated
  • May not be fully accurate
  • Should not be treated as final decisions

Data Retention

We retain data as follows:

  • Account data: Until account deletion
  • Video/audio data: 365 days
  • Assessment data: 365 days

User Rights (Data Principal Rights)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • File grievances

Requests can be made via support@careermap.guru

Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards including:

  • Encryption
  • Access controls
  • Secure storage systems

Data Sharing

We may share data with:

  • Cloud service providers
  • Analytics providers
  • AI service providers

All partners are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed outside India subject to applicable safeguards.

Children's Data

We do not knowingly process data of children without verifiable parental consent.

Grievance Officer

Response Time: Within 15 days

Withdrawal of Consent

Users may withdraw consent at any time. This may impact service availability.

Changes to Policy

We may update this policy periodically.

Contact

Email: support@careermap.guru