EU-US Data Privacy Framework Notice

Certified Organization

DAKDAN Talent LLC is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (DPF) as administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce. We are committed to processing personal data in accordance with the DPF Principles.

Organization: DAKDAN Talent LLC

Certification Date: January 15, 2026

Certification ID: DPF-2026-001234

Verification: View DPF List

1What is the EU-US Data Privacy Framework?

The EU-US Data Privacy Framework (DPF) is a mechanism that enables U.S. companies to receive personal data from the European Union in compliance with EU data protection requirements. It was established following the invalidation of the Privacy Shield framework and addresses concerns raised in the Schrems II decision.

The DPF provides a legal basis for transatlantic data flows by requiring participating U.S. companies to commit to robust data protection obligations and enforcement mechanisms.

Key Features of the DPF

Binding commitments to data protection principles
Independent dispute resolution mechanisms
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforcement authority
Annual recertification requirement
Enhanced safeguards for government access to data

2DPF Principles We Follow

DAKDAN Talent commits to complying with all seven EU-US DPF Principles:

1
Notice

We provide clear and comprehensive notice about:

What personal data we collect and why
How we use, share, and protect your data
Your rights and how to exercise them
How to contact us with privacy concerns
Our participation in the DPF program

2
Choice

We provide meaningful choices about:

Whether your data is disclosed to third parties
Whether your data is used for purposes materially different from those for which it was collected
Opt-out mechanisms for marketing communications
Opt-in consent for sensitive data processing (health, biometric, etc.)

3
Accountability for Onward Transfer

When we transfer data to third parties, we:

Enter into contracts requiring equivalent protection
Verify third-party compliance with DPF Principles or equivalent safeguards
Remain liable if third parties process data inconsistently with DPF Principles
Take reasonable steps to remediate unauthorized processing

4
Security

We implement appropriate security measures:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest (AES-256)
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Employee training on data protection
Incident response and breach notification procedures

5
Data Integrity and Purpose Limitation

We ensure that personal data is:

Accurate, complete, and kept up to date
Relevant and limited to what is necessary
Used only for purposes compatible with collection
Retained only as long as necessary
Properly disposed of when no longer needed

6
Access

EU individuals have the right to:

Access their personal data we hold
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Amend or delete data that is inaccurate
Receive responses to access requests within 45 days

Submit access requests via our Data Subject Request Portal.

7
Recourse, Enforcement, and Liability

We provide robust mechanisms for:

Independent dispute resolution (see Section 4 below)
Verification of DPF compliance
Remedies for non-compliance
Subject to FTC investigatory and enforcement powers
Binding arbitration for unresolved complaints

3Scope of Our DPF Certification

Covered Data

Our DPF certification covers personal data transferred from the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland to the United States, including:

Candidate profile information (name, contact details, resume, work history)
Employer account data (company information, hiring team contacts)
University partner data (institution details, authorized representatives)
Platform usage data (analytics, activity logs)
Communication data (messages, support requests)
Payment information (billing details, transaction records)

Covered Services

The certification applies to all DAKDAN Talent services:

Web platform (dakdantalent.com)
Mobile applications (iOS and Android)
API services for integrations
Virtual career fair platform
Recruitment analytics and AI-powered matching

Swiss-US and UK Extension

DAKDAN Talent also participates in the Swiss-US Data Privacy Framework and adheres to the UK Extension to the EU-US DPF, providing equivalent protections for personal data transferred from Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

4Complaint Resolution and Dispute Mechanisms

Step 1: Contact Us Directly

If you have a complaint regarding our DPF compliance, please contact us first:

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@dakdantalent.com

Subject: DPF Complaint

Response Time: We will acknowledge receipt within 5 business days and provide a substantive response within 45 days.

Step 2: Independent Dispute Resolution

If your complaint is not resolved through our internal process, you may invoke binding arbitration through our independent dispute resolution provider:

JAMS (Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services)

Website: www.jamsadr.com/dpf-dispute-resolution

Cost: Free of charge to EU/EEA/Swiss/UK individuals

Step 3: Binding Arbitration

Under certain conditions, you may invoke binding arbitration before the Data Privacy Framework Panel when:

Your complaint involves human resources data transferred in the employment context
You have exhausted all other recourse mechanisms
The arbitration option is elected by you or DAKDAN Talent

Step 4: FTC Enforcement

DAKDAN Talent is subject to the investigatory and enforcement powers of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC). EU individuals may also file complaints with:

Federal Trade Commission

Website: www.ftc.gov/complaint

Step 5: EU Data Protection Authorities

You may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority in the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or the UK. Find your authority at: EDPB Members List

5Additional Data Transfer Mechanisms

In addition to our DPF certification, we implement multiple data transfer safeguards:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

We use the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses (2021 version) as an alternative transfer mechanism for enterprise customers and partners.

Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)

For intra-group transfers, we are developing Binding Corporate Rules approved by EU data protection authorities (planned for Q3 2026).

Adequacy Decisions

Where applicable, we rely on adequacy decisions for transfers to countries recognized by the European Commission as providing adequate protection.

Consent

In specific cases, we may seek your explicit consent for international data transfers when no other mechanism applies.

6Limitations on DPF Coverage

Government Access Safeguards

While the DPF includes enhanced safeguards regarding U.S. government access to data, DAKDAN Talent may be required to disclose personal data in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements. Such disclosures will be limited to what is legally required and permissible under DPF Principles.

Exceptions to DPF Coverage

The DPF does not apply to:

Data that does not originate from the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or UK
Anonymous or aggregated data that cannot identify individuals
Public information available in the public domain
Employment-related data of non-EU employees (separate HR Privacy Shield principles apply)

7Verification and Annual Recertification

DAKDAN Talent commits to:

Annual self-assessment of DPF compliance
Verification by independent auditors (annually)
Prompt recertification before expiration
Maintaining public records of certification status
Transparency reporting on data requests and transfers

Next Recertification Due

Our next DPF recertification is scheduled for January 15, 2027. We will complete the recertification process at least 30 days prior to expiration to ensure continuous coverage.

8Changes to This Notice

We may update this DPF Notice to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated through:

Prominent notice on our website
Email notification to registered users
Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this notice

9Contact Information

For DPF-Related Inquiries

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@dakdantalent.com

Subject: Data Privacy Framework Inquiry

EU Representative

Email: eu-privacy@dakdantalent.com

Independent Dispute Resolution

JAMS: www.jamsadr.com/dpf-dispute-resolution

Verify Our Certification

DPF List: www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list

Search for "DAKDAN Talent LLC" or ID: DPF-2026-001234

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