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Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 8, 2026

Recruito (“Recruito”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates a recruitment marketplace platform that connects companies with independent recruiters.

This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how Recruito collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when users access or use the platform.

Recruito is committed to protecting the privacy of companies, recruiters, and candidates and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Swedish data protection regulations.

By using the Recruito platform, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Data Controller

Recruito acts as the data controller for personal data processed through the platform.

Platform operator: Recruito
Location: Sweden

For privacy-related inquiries, users may contact:
Email: privacy@recruito.com

2. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

Recruito collects different types of personal data depending on how users interact with the platform.

Account Information

When users create an account, we may collect:

  • name
  • email address
  • phone number
  • company name
  • recruiter or company profile information
  • login credentials

Candidate Information

When recruiters submit candidates through the platform, Recruito may process:

  • candidate name
  • CV or resume
  • employment history
  • education details
  • skills and qualifications
  • contact details
  • salary expectations
  • interview feedback or evaluation notes

Recruiters must ensure that candidates have given consent to be represented for a specific role before their data is submitted to the platform.

Recruitment Process Data

During the hiring process, the platform may process:

  • candidate submissions
  • AI match scores
  • interview status
  • hiring decisions
  • recruiter and company feedback

Platform Usage Data

Recruito may collect information related to platform usage, including:

  • IP address
  • device information
  • browser type
  • session activity
  • log files
  • interaction with platform features

This data helps maintain platform performance and security.

3. How We Use Personal Data

Recruito processes personal data for the following purposes:

Platform Operation

To operate the Recruito recruitment marketplace, including:

  • enabling recruiter and company accounts
  • managing job postings
  • enabling candidate submissions
  • facilitating interviews and hiring decisions

Recruitment Process Facilitation

To allow companies and recruiters to interact with candidates and complete hiring processes through the platform.

Platform Improvement

To improve platform functionality, including:

  • improving AI matching systems
  • analyzing recruitment workflows
  • identifying platform performance issues

Fraud Prevention and Security

To detect, prevent, and investigate fraudulent activity or misuse of the platform.

Legal Compliance

To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Recruito processes personal data based on the following legal grounds under the General Data Protection Regulation:

Contractual Necessity

Processing required to operate the Recruito platform and provide recruitment services.

Legitimate Interests

Processing necessary to maintain platform security, prevent fraud, and improve services.

Consent

Certain data processing activities may rely on user or candidate consent, particularly when recruiters submit candidate information.

Users may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the legal basis for processing.

5. Data Sharing

Recruito may share personal data in the following situations.

Between Recruiters and Companies

Candidate information submitted by recruiters is shared with companies participating in the recruitment process.

Service Providers

Recruito may use trusted third-party service providers for:

  • cloud hosting
  • platform infrastructure
  • analytics tools
  • communication services

These providers are required to process personal data only on behalf of Recruito and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Legal Obligations

Recruito may disclose personal data if required to do so by law or regulatory authorities.

6. International Data Transfers

Recruito may use service providers that process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

In such cases, Recruito ensures that appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

7. Data Retention

Recruito retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy.

Typical retention periods may include:

Candidate dataUp to 12 months after last recruitment activity
User account dataRetained while the account remains active
Platform recordsRetained as required for legal or operational purposes

Data may be retained longer if required for legal compliance or dispute resolution.

8. User Rights Under GDPR

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, users have the right to:

Users may exercise these rights by contacting: privacy@recruito.com

Users also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Swedish data protection authority.

9. Data Security

Recruito implements appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data, including:

Despite these protections, no online system can guarantee absolute security.

10. Cookie Policy

Recruito uses cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience and ensure proper platform functionality.

Cookies are small text files stored on a user's device when visiting a website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function properly. They enable features such as:

  • account login
  • session management
  • platform security

Without these cookies, the platform cannot operate.

Analytics Cookies

Recruito may use analytics tools to understand how users interact with the platform. These cookies may collect information such as:

  • page visits
  • navigation patterns
  • time spent on pages

This helps improve platform performance and usability.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember user preferences such as language settings or interface choices.

Managing Cookies

Users may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

11. Third-Party Links

The Recruito platform may contain links to external websites or services. Recruito is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those services.

12. Children's Privacy

Recruito services are intended for professional users and are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. Recruito does not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

13. Updates to This Policy

Recruito may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time. If significant changes are made, users may be notified through the platform or via email. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For privacy or data protection questions, please contact:

Recruito Privacy Team
Email: privacy@recruito.com