1. Who we are
SeaHunter is a maritime career platform that connects seafarers, cadets/students, and shipping companies. We help users discover vacancies, manage career profiles and documents, request services, and communicate with our team.
If you have questions about this policy, contact us at hello@seahunterhub.com.
2. Information we collect
We collect information you provide directly and information generated when you use the Platform.
- Account details: name, email, password (stored in hashed form), account type (seafarer, student, or company), and company contact details where applicable.
- Profile and career data: rank, vessel experience, documents and certificates you upload, study or practice preferences, and application history.
- Enquiry and support data: messages, goals, contact channels (email, Telegram, phone), and related request details.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, approximate location derived from IP, cookies or similar technologies, and usage logs needed to operate and secure the Platform.
3. How we use your information
We use personal information to:
- Create and manage your account, verify email, and reset passwords.
- Match you with vacancies, services, or company requests relevant to your profile.
- Process applications, document uploads, and service enquiries.
- Communicate with you about your account, applications, and support requests.
- Improve Platform performance, prevent fraud and abuse, and maintain security.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
4. Legal bases (where applicable)
Depending on your location, we process personal data because it is necessary to perform a contract with you, because you have consented (for example newsletter or optional cookies), because we have a legitimate interest in operating a secure career platform, or because we must comply with law.
5. Sharing of information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only as needed to operate SeaHunter:
- With shipping companies or partners when you apply to a vacancy or expressly request an introduction.
- With service providers who host infrastructure, send email, store files, or help us operate the Platform under confidentiality obligations.
- With professional advisers or authorities when required by law, legal process, or to protect rights and safety.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, subject to appropriate safeguards.
6. International transfers
SeaHunter may process and store information on servers or with providers located in different countries. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.
7. Retention
We keep personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and meet legal or accounting requirements. You may request deletion of your account; some records may be retained where we must do so by law or for legitimate security reasons.
8. Security
We use technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information, including encrypted transport (HTTPS), hashed passwords, access controls, and monitoring. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; please use a strong unique password and keep your login details confidential.
9. Your rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, update, or delete personal information; object to or restrict certain processing; withdraw consent where processing is based on consent; and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, email hello@seahunterhub.com. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
10. Cookies and similar technologies
We use essential cookies and local storage to keep you signed in, remember language preference, and keep the Platform secure. We may use limited analytics to understand how the site is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling essential cookies may affect login and core features.
11. Children’s privacy
SeaHunter is intended for adults seeking maritime careers or representing companies. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided information, contact us so we can delete it.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the Platform after updates means you acknowledge the revised policy.
Contact
For privacy requests or questions: hello@seahunterhub.com. You can also reach us via the contact form on the About page.