Zocalo LLC Privacy Statement

    Privacy Policy for Zocalo

    Effective Date: May 13, 2026

    Zocalo (“Zocalo,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) provides AI-powered recruiting software that helps recruiters analyze candidate batches, identify strong candidates, and generate outbound recruiting communications.

    This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when users access or use the Zocalo platform and related services.

    By using Zocalo, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

    1. Information We Collect

    A. Recruiter Information

    When recruiters use Zocalo, we may collect:

    • Name

    • Company name

    • Work email address

    • Authentication tokens and limited permissions necessary to enable outbound email sending

    B. Candidate Information Uploaded by Recruiters

    Recruiters may upload candidate resumes and related hiring information into Zocalo. This information may include:

    • Candidate names

    • Email addresses

    • Phone numbers

    • Employment history

    • Education history

    • Skills and certifications

    • Resume documents and attachments

    • Professional profile information

    Recruiters are solely responsible for ensuring they have the legal right to upload and process candidate information through Zocalo.

    C. Third-Party Integrations

    Zocalo may integrate with third-party services such as:

    • Google Workspace

    • Microsoft Outlook

    • Apollo.io

    For example, Apollo.io may provide professional contact information used to support recruiter outreach workflows.

    D. Automatically Collected Information

    We may automatically collect limited technical information, including:

    • IP address

    • Browser type

    • Device information

    • Log data

    • Usage analytics

    • Session activity

    • Cookies and similar technologies

    2. How We Use Information

    We use information to:

    • Provide and operate the Zocalo platform

    • Analyze recruiter-uploaded candidate batches using AI models

    • Rank and recommend candidates

    • Generate recruiter outreach emails

    • Enable recruiter-approved outbound email sending

    • Improve platform functionality and reliability

    • Maintain platform security and prevent abuse

    • Comply with legal obligations

    Zocalo processes recruiter-uploaded candidate information and recruiter-provided context, but does not access recruiters’ private inbox content for AI analysis.

    3. AI Processing

    Zocalo uses artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) to:

    • Analyze resumes and candidate data

    • Identify candidate-job fit

    • Generate recruiting communications

    • Assist recruiters with hiring workflows

    AI-generated outputs are intended to assist recruiters and should not be the sole basis for employment decisions. Recruiters are responsible for reviewing AI-generated recommendations and communications before use.

    4. Email Integrations

    Recruiters may connect their email accounts to Zocalo in order to send recruiter-approved outreach messages through the platform.

    Zocalo does not read, store, or analyze the contents of users’ inboxes or private email communications except as technically necessary to provide email sending functionality.

    Access to connected email accounts is limited to permissions required to:

    • authenticate the account connection,

    • send outbound recruiting emails on behalf of the user, and

    • support basic email delivery functionality.

    Users may disconnect their email accounts at any time through their email provider settings or within the platform where supported.

    5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

    We may share information with:

    • Service providers and infrastructure vendors

    • AI and cloud processing providers

    • Integrated third-party platforms connected by users

    • Legal authorities when required by law

    • Successors in connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

    We do not sell personal information.

    6. Data Retention

    We retain information only as long as necessary to:

    • provide our services,

    • fulfill contractual obligations,

    • comply with legal requirements,

    • resolve disputes, and

    • enforce agreements.

    Recruiters may request deletion of uploaded data subject to applicable legal obligations.

    7. Security

    We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information processed through the platform.

    However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

    Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their connected accounts.

    8. Candidate and User Rights

    Depending on applicable law, users and candidates may have rights to:

    • access personal information,

    • correct inaccurate information,

    • request deletion,

    • object to certain processing activities, and

    • request data portability.

    Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

    9. International Data Transfers

    Zocalo may process and store information in countries outside a user’s jurisdiction, including the United States.

    By using the platform, users consent to such transfers where permitted by law.

    10. Children’s Privacy

    Zocalo is not intended for individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

    11. Third-Party Services

    Zocalo may contain integrations or links to third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.

    Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party services they connect to Zocalo.

    12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.

    Continued use of the platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

    13. Contact Us

    If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

    Zocalo
    Email: info@zocalo24.com
    Website: zocalo26.com