November 20, 2025

INTRODUCTION

TaiMoto. (“TaiMoto,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.taimoto.com and use our recruiting platform services (collectively, the “Services“).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Services.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Services, including:

1. INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE TO US

• Account Information: When you register for an account, we collect information such as your name, email address, password, phone number, and professional information.

• Profile Information: Depending on your role (Employer, Candidate, or Referrer), you may provide additional information such as:

  • For Employers: Company name, company size, industry, job postings, hiring requirements

  • For Candidates: Resume, work history, education, skills, professional experience, references

  • For Referrers: Professional network information, candidate referrals, banking/payment information

• Communications: When you contact us or communicate through the Services, we collect the content of your messages, correspondence, and any information you choose to provide.

• Payment Information: For Employers, we collect billing information necessary to process payments, though actual payment processing is handled by our third-party payment processor, Stripe, Inc.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT AUTOMATICALLY

When you access or use our Services, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

• Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our Services, including hardware model, operating system and version, unique device identifiers, mobile network information, and IP address.

• Usage Information: We collect information about your interactions with the Services, including the pages or content you view, your searches, referrals, job applications, and other actions on the Services.

• Location Information: We may collect information about your general location based on your IP address.

• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Services.

3. INFORMATION FROM THIRD PARTIES

• Third-Party Account Information: If you choose to link your TaiMoto account with third-party accounts (such as Google or LinkedIn), we may receive information from those accounts in accordance with your privacy settings on those platforms.

• Referral Information: Referrers may provide information about Candidates they refer to the platform. By being referred, Candidates consent to having their information shared with TaiMoto and potential Employers.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

1. SERVICE PROVISION AND IMPROVEMENT

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Services

• To create and manage your account

• To facilitate connections between Employers, Candidates, and Referrers

• To process job postings, applications, and referrals

• To calculate and process referral compensation and placement fees

• To track candidate ownership and referral relationships

• To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

2. COMMUNICATIONS

• To send you administrative information, updates, and notices about your account

• To send you marketing communications about our Services (you may opt-out at any time)

• To facilitate communication between Employers, Candidates, and Referrers

3. ANALYTICS AND PERSONALIZATION

• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience

• To personalize content and features based on your preferences

• To develop new features and services

4. LEGAL AND SECURITY

• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use

• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems

• To protect the rights, property, and safety of TaiMoto, our users, and the public

HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

1. WITH OTHER USERS

• Employer Information: Job postings and company information may be visible to Candidates and Referrers

• Candidate Information: With your consent, your profile and resume information may be shared with Employers for job opportunities

• Referrer Information: Referrers’ names and contact information may be shared with Employers and Candidates in connection with referrals

2. WITH SERVICE PROVIDERS

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processing (Stripe, Inc.)

• Cloud hosting and data storage

• Analytics providers

• Email service providers

• Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

3. FOR LEGAL REASONS

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

• Legal processes (such as subpoenas, court orders, or government requests)

• Enforcement of our Terms of Use or other agreements

• Protection of rights, property, or safety of TaiMoto, our users, or others

• Investigation of fraud, security issues, or illegal activity

4. BUSINESS TRANSFERS

If TaiMoto is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5. WITH YOUR CONSENT

We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.

DATA RETENTION

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Specific retention periods include:

• Account Information: Retained for the duration of your account and for a reasonable period afterward to comply with legal obligations

• Candidate Information: Employers must destroy Candidate information if the Candidate is not hired, as specified in our Terms of Use

• Referral and Placement Records: Retained for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes

• Communication Records: Retained as necessary for customer support and legal purposes

You may request deletion of your information by contacting us at admin@taimoto.com, subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance and legitimate business purposes.

YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

1. ACCESS AND PORTABILITY

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and, in some cases, to receive a copy of that information in a portable format.

2. CORRECTION

You have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information. You can update much of your information through your account settings.

3. DELETION

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as legal obligations or legitimate business purposes).

4. OBJECTION AND RESTRICTION

You may have the right to object to or restrict certain types of processing of your personal information.

5. WITHDRAW CONSENT

If we process your information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

6. OPT-OUT OF MARKETING

You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us at admin@taimoto.com.

7. DO NOT TRACK

Our Services do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@taimoto.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and as required by applicable law.

DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest

• Regular security assessments and audits

• Access controls and authentication requirements

• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use our Services or provide any information to us.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we might have information from or about a child under 16, please contact us at admin@taimoto.com.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

If you are located outside the United States and choose to use our Services, please note that we transfer your information to the United States and process it there. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the United States.

CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

1. RIGHT TO KNOW

You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, as well as the categories of sources, purposes for collection, and third parties with whom we share information.

2. RIGHT TO DELETE

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

3. RIGHT TO OPT-OUT

You have the right to opt-out of the “sale” of your personal information. We do not sell personal information as traditionally defined, but we may share information with third parties for advertising purposes, which could be considered a “sale” under CCPA.

4. RIGHT TO NON-DISCRIMINATION

You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@taimoto.com or call us at [phone number]. We will verify your identity before processing your request.

NEW YORK SHIELD ACT COMPLIANCE

As a New York-based company, TaiMoto complies with the New York Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security Act (SHIELD Act).

1. DATA SECURITY PROGRAM

We have implemented and maintain a comprehensive data security program that includes:

Administrative Safeguards:

• Designated security coordinator(s) responsible for our security program

• Regular identification and assessment of reasonably foreseeable internal and external risks

• Evaluation of the sufficiency of safeguards to control identified risks

• Employee training and management on security practices and procedures

• Vendor selection based on the ability to maintain appropriate safeguards, with contractual requirements

• Regular program adjustments based on business changes and new circumstances

Technical Safeguards:

• Network security measures and monitoring for attacks

• Secure user authentication protocols and access controls

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest

• Regular security testing and vulnerability assessments

• Secure development practices for software and applications

Physical Safeguards:

• Secure storage and disposal of information containing private data

• Physical access controls to systems and facilities

• Environmental safeguards for equipment and data centers

• Secure disposal and destruction procedures for electronic media

2. EXPANDED DEFINITION OF PRIVATE INFORMATION

Under the SHIELD Act, we protect the following categories of private information:

• Social Security numbers

• Driver’s license or non-driver identification card numbers

• Account numbers, credit card numbers, or debit card numbers in combination with security codes

• Biometric information (including information from facial recognition)

• Username or email address in combination with password or security question/answer

• Any information that would permit access to online accounts

3. BREACH NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

In the event of a security breach affecting New York residents’ private information, we will:

• Notify affected individuals within 30 days of discovery

• Notify the New York State Attorney General, Department of State, and State Police

• Provide notification to consumer reporting agencies if the breach affects more than 5,000 New York residents

• Include contact information for relevant consumer protection agencies in breach notifications

4. DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS

We maintain documentation of:

• Security risk assessments

• Breach determinations and risk-of-harm analyses

• Incident response procedures

• Vendor security agreements

• Employee training records

EUROPEAN PRIVACY RIGHTS (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

1. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities

• Contract: When processing is necessary to perform our contract with you (providing Services)

• Legal Obligation: When we must process your information to comply with legal requirements

• Legitimate Interests: When we have legitimate business interests that are not overridden by your privacy rights

2. YOUR GDPR RIGHTS

• Right of access to your personal information

• Right to rectification of inaccurate information

• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)

• Right to restrict processing

• Right to data portability

• Right to object to processing

• Right to withdraw consent

• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

3. DATA PROTECTION OFFICER

For questions about our data practices or to exercise your GDPR rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at admin@taimoto.com.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not owned or controlled by TaiMoto. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing them with your information.

Third-party services we use include:

• Stripe for payment processing (Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy)

• Google Analytics for usage analytics

• LinkedIn and Google for third-party account authentication

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website

• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy

• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

TaiMoto, Inc.
Email: admin@taimoto.com

For privacy-related inquiries, please include “Privacy Policy” in the subject line.

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe and as required by applicable law.

CONSENT

By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.