Privacy Policy

Privacy and Security Statement

Effective Date: 01.03.2025

At CEF.ai, Inc. (“CEF.ai”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and securing your personal data. This Privacy and Security Statement outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard information obtained through our website https://www.cef.ai (the “Website”) and related services.

1. Who We Are

CEF.ai, Inc. is a company incorporated in the State of Delaware, United States. We develop advanced AI infrastructure and tools for next-generation applications. This policy describes how we handle personal information collected directly through our Website and related communication channels.

2. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this statement or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: pivacy@cef.ai
Mailing Address: 18 Bartol st #1050, San Francisco, CA, 94133

3. Scope of This Statement

This statement applies to personal data collected and processed by CEF.ai as a data controller, including information collected through:
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- Website contact forms
- Email inquiries
- Job application submissions
- Newsletters or direct interactions with our team
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It does not apply to data processed on behalf of customers using our products or platforms — in such cases, we act as a data processor, and our customers’ privacy policies govern.

4. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
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a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone number)
- Job application information (e.g., resume, employment history, portfolio links)
- Professional or organizational information you share in communication with us
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b) Automatically Collected Technical Information
We collect basic technical information like IP address, browser type, and access timestamps via our web server logs for security and diagnostic purposes. We do not use cookies or any behavioral tracking tools.
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c) Information from Third Parties
We may receive limited business contact data from partners, publicly available sources, or recruitment platforms for outreach purposes.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:
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- Respond to inquiries or support requests
- Process and evaluate job applications
- Improve Website performance and security
- Communicate company updates, if you’ve opted in
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
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We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

6. Job Applicant Data

If you submit a job application, we collect and process your information solely for recruitment purposes, including:
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- Reviewing qualifications and fit
- Communicating with you during the process
- Assessing hiring needs and future opportunities

Your data is accessed only by authorized team members involved in hiring and is stored securely. We may retain applicant information for a limited period for future consideration, unless you request otherwise.

7. How We Share Information

We may share personal data with:
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Affiliates and service providers who support our operations (e.g., cloud hosting, recruitment platforms), under confidentiality agreements
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Legal authorities, when required to comply with applicable laws or to protect our rights or the rights of others

8. International Transfers

CEF.ai operates from the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. These transfers are made in accordance with applicable data protection laws, and by using our services, you consent to this transfer.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
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To exercise any of these rights, please contact privacy@cef.ai. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

11. Notice for California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
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- The right to know what personal data we collect and how we use it
- The right to request deletion of your data
- The right to opt out of data “sales” (CEF.ai does not sell personal data)
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We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights. To make a CCPA-related request, contact privacy@cef.ai.

12. Security Measures

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we strive to use industry best practices to protect your information.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. This policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy statements.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Website constitutes your agreement to the updated terms.