Effective Date: 2 July 2025
Website: www.thejobjack.com
Site Name: The Job Jack
1. Introduction
At The Job Jack, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information of users who visit or interact with www.thejobjack.com.
By using this website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
- Employment Information: Resume/CV, qualifications, job history, references
- Account Information: Username, password, preferences, saved job listings
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring websites
- Cookies and Tracking: See our Cookie Policy for more details
We only collect personal information that is necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- Directly from you: When you create an account, submit a CV, apply for a job, or contact us
- Automatically: Through cookies and analytics tools when you browse our website
- From third parties: Where you give consent, such as integration with LinkedIn or external job boards
4. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your profile and account
- To match you with relevant job opportunities
- To communicate with you about job alerts, updates, or responses to applications
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
- To prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access
We will only use your personal information for the purpose it was collected or for related purposes that are reasonably expected.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with the following parties:
- Employers and recruiters who advertise job listings or search our CV database
- Service providers who assist us in operating the website (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Regulatory or legal authorities when required by law
- Third-party integrations that you opt into (e.g., applying with LinkedIn)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
6. Data Storage and Retention
Your data is stored securely on protected servers. We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
You may request that we delete your account and associated data at any time, subject to legal and business requirements.
7. Your Rights
Under POPIA and other applicable laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct or update your information
- Object to the processing of your information
- Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no system can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These may collect anonymous analytics data and remember your preferences. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies. For more details, see our [Cookie Policy].
10. Links to Third-Party Sites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle your personal information.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
The Job Jack
Email: info@thejobjack.com
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
This policy complies with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and follows industry best practices for user data protection.