Last Updated: February 5, 2026
Passive ("Passive," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use the Passive mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Company: Obscura Labs, Inc. (Delaware, USA)
Email: hello@thepassive.app
Mailing Address: 7 Park Dr. Albany, NY 12204
Below are the main categories of information we collect, the purposes for collection, and retention criteria.
| Category | Examples | Primary Purposes | Retention Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | name, email, account IDs | account creation, login, support | while account active; then deletion/anonymization subject to legal/security needs |
| Profile & career data | preferences, skills, work history, desired roles | job discovery, personalization | while account active; user can edit/delete |
| User content | resumes/CVs, cover letters, application materials | provide features, enable sharing at your direction | while account active; deletion upon request subject to limited exceptions |
| Precise / user-provided location | GPS location (if enabled), city/region, "remote only" | location-based search and filters | retained until you change/delete; precise location can be disabled via device settings |
| Usage & analytics | screens viewed, searches, interactions | product improvement, performance | typically limited period; aggregated/de-identified where feasible |
| Device & network | IP, device type, OS, app version | security, fraud prevention, debugging | typically limited period; may be retained longer for security incidents |
| Diagnostics | crash logs, performance data | stability, troubleshooting | typically limited period |
| Subscription status (Apple) | entitlement/subscription state, transaction metadata | provide Premium access, account support | retained as needed for entitlement + records |
A) Information you provide
B) Location information
You can set location beyond city/region and search for remote jobs. Depending on your settings and device permissions, we may collect:
You can disable precise location via your device settings.
C) Information collected automatically
D) Subscription information (Apple App Store)
If you subscribe to Premium through Apple, we may receive subscription/entitlement status and limited transaction metadata from Apple to provide access and support. We do not receive your full payment card details.
We use information to:
Passive may use automated and AI-assisted tools to support job relevance, content suggestions, and resume/application assistance. These tools are intended to help you, and you control what you choose to submit, share, or apply with. You remain responsible for reviewing content before sharing it with third parties.
We may share information with:
A) Employers/recruiters — when you choose
If you apply for a role or share your profile, we share relevant information at your direction with the receiving employer/recruiter. Their practices govern what they do next.
B) Service providers (vendors)
We use vendors for hosting, storage, analytics, crash reporting, email/push delivery, and customer support. Vendors may process information only to provide services to us.
C) Legal/safety and corporate events
We may disclose information to comply with law, protect users, prevent fraud/abuse, or in connection with financing, acquisition, merger, or sale of assets.
Certain data may be considered "sensitive" under some U.S. privacy laws, including:
We do not require you to provide sensitive information like Social Security numbers, government IDs, or health information. However, resumes and application materials may include sensitive details you choose to share. If you upload such information, it will be processed to provide the Service.
We may create and use de-identified or aggregated data (data that does not reasonably identify you) for analytics, product improvement, and research, as permitted by law.
We do not sell your personal information in exchange for money.
We also do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising unless we expressly tell you and provide required choices. If our practices change, we will update this Privacy Policy and provide legally required opt-out mechanisms.
You can:
Depending on your state, you may have rights to:
How to exercise rights: email michael@thepassive.app with your account email and request.
Verification: we may ask you to verify your identity to protect your data.
Authorized agents: where permitted, you may use an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf (we may require proof of authorization).
Timing: we respond within timeframes required by applicable law.
We retain information as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above, including:
Backups may persist for a limited period (often 30–90 days) before being overwritten.
We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect information (e.g., access controls and security monitoring). No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
The Service may link to third-party sites or services (including employer websites). We do not control third-party privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing information.
Use caution when interacting with third parties about job opportunities. We are not responsible for off-platform communications or third-party actions.
The Service is intended for users 18 and older and is not directed to children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the "Last Updated" date and may provide notice through the Service or by email where appropriate.
Email: hello@thepassive.app