With experience in jobseeker platforms, I understand that many organizations fail to prioritize the security of candidate data, often treating it as insignificant. This negligence risks applicants’ personal information being stored indefinitely or shared without consent. Requesting data deletion post-application is crucial to protect personal details and prevent potential misuse or breaches. During my application process with Ravn, I successfully completed all required assessments, yet Ravn did not engage in any discussion regarding my qualifications, despite my resume demonstrating relevant expertise. This raises concerns about the purpose of collecting assessment data and whether it is retained unnecessarily. More concerning was Ravn’s handling of my data deletion request, a standard procedure typically processed promptly by most organizations. Ravn failed to respond initially, requiring persistent follow-up over nearly a year before they acknowledged the request. Their eventual response claimed that the data collected during recruitment held no commercial value or utility to their organization. However, this assertion misses the critical point: data privacy is about an individual’s right to control their information, not its perceived value to the company. Such a perspective indicates a fundamental misunderstanding of data protection principles. Additionally, Ravn stated that their remote operations in El Salvador exempted them from compliance with data protection regulations. This claim is inaccurate, as El Salvador’s Ley para la Protección de Datos Personales (Decree No. 144/2024) mandates timely responses to data deletion requests for any entity processing data within the country. Ravn’s delayed response suggests a disregard for legal obligations. This raises further questions about whether Ravn similarly disregards other legal requirements, such as those related to taxation or labor regulations, under the assumption that their remote operations exempt them from accountability. Compared to numerous other organizations I applied to, which handled similar requests efficiently and professionally, Ravn’s lack of responsiveness was exceptional. Their failure to communicate transparently, respect candidate rights, and adhere to data protection laws is concerning and suggests a lack of accountability and ethical standards. Jobseekers are advised to prioritize organizations that demonstrate respect for applicants’ time, data, and rights, and that comply with applicable regulations. Engaging with companies like Ravn, which fail to uphold these standards, poses unnecessary risks to personal information and professional dignity.