Security Center
Safe Job Search Partner
Welcome to HQHIRE’s Security Center! We are committed to providing you with the safest environment for your job search and career management. To help ensure your safety while using our platform, we kindly request that you keep a few essential security precautions in mind when evaluating job postings and email communications.
Online job searches may expose you to fraudulent job opportunities or emails that impersonate HQHIRE.com. These activities are in violation of our Terms and Condition (Terms of Use) and may even be illegal.
While HQHIRE.com strives to prevent such abuse, no online platform is entirely immune to scams. To support you in conducting a secure job search, we’ve gathered valuable security-related articles and resources. Familiarizing yourself with this information will empower you to better manage your career.
Expert Advice on Avoiding Online Fraud
- How to Be a Safe Internet User: Online security is a global concern. Learn about warning signs and actions you can take to protect yourself from online fraud.
- Phishing Scams: Discover how phishing emails are used to fraudulently obtain personal information or lure recipients into downloading malicious software. Learn how to identify and avoid them.
- Spoofing: Understand spoof emails, often featuring fake employment offers or payment processing requests. These scams can target a broad audience, including HQHIRE.com members who have shared contact information on their resumes.
- Beware of Fake Agencies/Employers: Be cautious if someone requests money or sensitive information for a job offer, especially if the contact person has an unknown origin or a foreign accent. Legitimate employers and agencies do not typically ask for such payments.
Consumer Advice: How to Avoid Phishing Scams
- Urgent Requests for Personal Information: Be skeptical of emails urgently requesting personal financial information. Phishers often use false statements to provoke immediate reactions.
- Information Requested: Phishers may ask for usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, passport details, photos, or dates of birth. Avoid sharing such information unless you are certain of the email’s authenticity.
- Safe Online Practices: Don’t use email links to access websites if you suspect the message is not authentic. Instead, contact the company directly via phone or by typing the website address into your browser.
- Secure Communication: Share sensitive information, such as credit card details, only through secure websites or over the telephone.
By following these security guidelines, you can enjoy a safer job search experience on HQHIRE.com. Your safety is our priority, and we’re here to support you in making informed decisions while managing your career.
Do check out our Terms and Condition, Privacy Policy and Safe Job Search Guide.