Privacy Policy

    Last updated: January 2025

    1. Introduction

    At CareerSasa, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our job portal platform.

    2. Information We Collect

    Personal Information

    We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

    • Name, email address, and phone number
    • Resume/CV and cover letter
    • Work experience and education history
    • Skills and qualifications
    • Profile photo (optional)
    • Job preferences and search criteria

    Automatically Collected Information

    • IP address and browser type
    • Device information
    • Usage data and analytics
    • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

    3. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information we collect to:

    • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
    • Connect job seekers with potential employers
    • Send job alerts and notifications
    • Communicate with you about your account
    • Personalize your experience
    • Analyze usage patterns and improve functionality
    • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
    • Comply with legal obligations

    4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

    With Employers

    When you apply for a job, your application materials (resume, cover letter, contact information) are shared with the employer who posted the job.

    With Service Providers

    We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, and customer service.

    Legal Requirements

    We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

    We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

    5. Data Security

    We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

    • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
    • Regular security audits and assessments
    • Access controls and authentication
    • Secure data storage practices

    6. Your Rights and Choices

    You have the right to:

    • Access and update your personal information
    • Delete your account and associated data
    • Opt-out of marketing communications
    • Request a copy of your data
    • Object to processing of your personal information
    • Withdraw consent at any time

    7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our platform and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

    8. Data Retention

    We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

    9. Children's Privacy

    Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

    10. International Data Transfers

    Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your country where data protection laws may differ. We take appropriate steps to ensure your data is treated securely.

    11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

    12. Contact Us

    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

    Email: privacy@careersasa.co.ke
    Phone: +254 700 123 456
    Address: Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya