Last Updated: 07/10/2024
At Wedey, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your information in compliance with Estonian law, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and international privacy laws applicable to our global operations.
Wedey is a global platform based in Estonia, connecting tech talents with companies. This policy explains the types of data we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a user.
We collect the following types of personal data:
Identification and contact information: Name, email address, phone number.
Professional data: Work history, skills, certifications.
Technical data: IP address, device information, browser type, and cookies.
Data is collected when you register, create a profile, or interact with our platform.
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
Matching services: Use our AI-driven matching tool to connect you with the most suitable job opportunities or talents.
Verification: Assess skills and qualifications to ensure a quality experience for both companies and talents.
Customer support: Respond to inquiries, provide assistance, and improve services.
Marketing and communication: Send you relevant updates, offers, or newsletters (with your consent).
Wedey processes personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Consent: When you provide your personal data during registration.
Contract: To fulfill our contractual obligations when matching talents with companies.
Legitimate interest: For platform operation, fraud detection, and security.
We comply fully with GDPR and Estonian data protection laws.
Your data is shared with:
Companies: For matching services, companies receive your profile data to assess suitability.
Service providers: We use third-party providers (e.g., for hosting and analytics) who comply with GDPR and provide adequate safeguards for your data.
Legal authorities: Where required, we may share data to comply with legal obligations.
We ensure that all third-party data processors are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.
We implement strict technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
Encryption: Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
Access control: Access to your data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
Auditing: Regular audits are conducted to ensure data integrity and security.
You have the following rights under GDPR:
Access: Request access to your personal data.
Rectification: Correct any inaccuracies in your data
Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”).
Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
Data portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, contact us at email contact.
Wedey uses cookies to enhance user experience and for analytics purposes. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our platform’s cookie management tool.
For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.
We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
The retention period is determined based on:
Account duration: Data is retained while your account is active.
Legal requirements: Data retention to comply with legal obligations.
Legitimate interests: Retaining data to resolve disputes or enforce agreements.
As a global platform, Wedey may transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
We ensure that any such transfers are compliant with GDPR through:
Adequacy decisions: Transferring data only to countries deemed to offer adequate protection by the European Commission.
Standard contractual clauses: Ensuring data recipients comply with EU standards.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or through our platform. The updated policy will be effective upon posting.
For any questions or concerns about this policy, or to exercise your data rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at:
Wedey
Email: legal@wedey.co
Wedey's mission is to break down barriers of race, gender, and geography, providing equal access to tech opportunities.
We connect companies with top talents that are hard to find through traditional channels, while supporting the growth of stable and fulfilling careers.
