Effective Date: July 30, 2025
Last Updated: July 30, 2025
URL: https://www.compatlas.com/privacy-policy
Introduction & Context
Welcome to CompAtlas (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with our platform—whether you’re exploring salary benchmarks, comparing cost of living, submitting compensation details, accessing job-market insights, or using recruiter tools.
This Policy reflects our commitment to privacy by design, ethical data use, and full legal compliance with key global data protection frameworks:
- EU/UK GDPR
- US CCPA/CPRA
- India’s DPDP Act, 2023
- UAE PDPL (2021)
- Canada’s PIPEDA
- Australia’s Privacy Act (1988)
- Additional global standards like ISO/IEC 27701, APEC CBPR
By using https://www.compatlas.com, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
CompAtlas is a global compensation intelligence platform that maps the real-world economics of jobs across industries and countries. Our tools help users understand net take-home pay, taxes, cost of living, benefits, job ROI, and related career metrics based on verified data, not assumptions.
- Legal Entity: CompAtlas Global Intelligence
- Website: https://www.compatlas.com
- Contact: contact@compatlas.com
What Personal Data We Collect
We collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personal technical data, depending on your interaction with the platform.
A. Personal Identifiers
- Full name
- Email address
- IP address
- Country, region, time zone
- Contact forms and support queries
B. Career and Compensation Data
- Job title, industry, work experience
- Submitted or expected salary
- Resume or career profile details (if shared)
- Recruiter activities (e.g. job posts, candidate engagement)
C. Technical & Usage Information
- Browser type, OS, device
- Referring/exiting URLs
- Session duration and usage patterns
- Cookie preferences and consent logs
D. Optional User Inputs
- Profile photo or avatar
- Linked social media (e.g., LinkedIn)
- Preferences, alerts, or survey responses
How We Collect Data
We collect data through a combination of:
- User-submitted forms (salary submission, sign-up, contact, etc.)
- Recruiter dashboards and job tools
- API integrations and job feeds
- Cookies, analytics scripts, and session tracking tools
- Email interactions (support, alerts, newsletters)
How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Show net salary/tax breakdowns | Legitimate Interest / Contract performance |
| Personalize dashboards and cost insights | Consent |
| Send newsletters or alerts (if opted-in) | Consent |
| Improve platform performance and design | Legitimate Interest |
| Respond to user support queries | Legal Obligation / Legitimate Interest |
| Enable recruiter-candidate job matching | Consent / Legitimate Interest |
| Ensure security, fraud prevention, compliance | Legal Obligation |
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your data. We only share personal data under lawful, limited conditions with:
- Analytics and optimization tools (Google Analytics, Plausible)
- Email service providers (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo)
- Recruiters or employers — only if you opt-in or apply directly
- Secure payment gateways (Stripe, Razorpay)
- Hosting providers and infrastructure partners (AWS, EU-compliant zones)
All data processors are contractually bound under GDPR Article 28 or equivalent CCPA, DPDP, PDPL terms.
Cross-Border Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside your country, including:
- EU/UK – EEA-compliant servers
- United States – Under SCCs or equivalent safeguards
- India, UAE – Our cloud infrastructure and vendor support
- Australia, Canada – Regional hosting and analytics partners
We apply the following safeguards:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU/UK users
- DPDP compliance for Indian citizens
- PDPL and UAE Data Office guidance for UAE residents
- PIPEDA and APPs for Canadian and Australian users
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have one or more of the following rights:
| Region | Your Rights |
|---|---|
| EU / UK (GDPR) | Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection, lodge complaint |
| US (CCPA/CPRA) | Right to know, delete, opt-out of sale/sharing, non-discrimination |
| India (DPDP) | Access, correction, erasure, grievance redressal, nominate data fiduciary |
| UAE (PDPL) | Right to be informed, access, correct, delete, withdraw consent |
| Canada (PIPEDA) | Access, correction, withdraw consent, challenge compliance |
| Australia | Right to access, correct, anonymous browsing where applicable |
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: contact@compatlas.com
Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Salary submissions | 2 years (analytics use only) |
| User accounts | Until deleted or 2 years inactive |
| Recruiter data | Until account deactivation |
| Job applications | 12 months |
| Contact inquiries | 6 months |
| Cookies and tracking data | 6–24 months or until manually cleared |
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use first-party and third-party cookies to operate and improve our platform.
Types of Cookies:
- Necessary: Login, session, platform security
- Performance: Analytics (Google Analytics, Plausible)
- Functionality: Preference saving, dark mode, etc.
- Marketing (with consent only): e.g., LinkedIn Ads
EU/UK users will see a GDPR-compliant cookie banner on https://www.compatlas.com. You can adjust cookie settings at any time via your browser or cookie preferences.
Security Measures
Your data is protected through:
- HTTPS encryption (SSL/TLS)
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for admins
- Data encryption at rest and in transit
- DDoS protection and firewall safeguards
- Regular penetration testing and patching cycles
Despite our best efforts, no digital system is fully immune. If you suspect a breach, immediately email contact@compatlas.com.
Children’s Privacy
Our platform is not intended for minors under:
- 16 in the EU/UK
- 13 in the US, Canada, India
- 15 in Australia
- 18 in the UAE
We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted data, contact us for prompt deletion.
Third-Party Links
CompAtlas may contain links to third-party tools, job boards, or salary tools. We are not responsible for their data practices. Please review their individual privacy policies before interacting.
Example:
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or data practices.
- Last Updated: July 30, 2025
- All updates will be posted at: https://www.compatlas.com/privacy-policy
- For significant changes, we may notify users via email or dashboard alerts
Contact Us
For questions, complaints, or rights requests:
Privacy Team
Email: contact@compatlas.com
Website: https://www.compatlas.com
Privacy Policy Page: https://www.compatlas.com/privacy-policy