Privacy Policy Framework for JobRadarSA
(Last Updated: 2025/10/10)
Contents
1. Introduction and POPIA Compliance
JobRadarSA (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our users, including job seekers and employers, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information directly from you when you register, use our services, or contact us. This personal information falls into the following categories:
| Category of Information | Examples of Data Collected |
| Identity and Contact Data | Name, Email Address, Phone Number, Physical Location (City/Province). |
| Profile Data (Job Seekers) | CV/Resume (work history, qualifications), Employment Preferences, Profile picture (if uploaded). |
| Employer Data | Company Name, Registration Number (if applicable), Contact Person Name, Billing Information. |
| Technical Data | IP Address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on the site (collected via analytics). |
| Marketing Data | Your preferences in receiving marketing from us. |
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3. How We Use Your Information (Purpose)
We use your personal information for the following purposes and rely on lawful grounds under POPIA to do so:
- Service Provision: To provide the job listing, searching, and application functions of our platform.
- Job Matching: To connect job seekers with relevant opportunities and vice-versa.
- Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect our platform and users against fraudulent activity or abuse.
- Communication: To send you support replies, system updates, and marketing materials (if you consent).
- Site Improvement: To analyze how our users interact with the site to improve user experience and feature development.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information
We will only share your personal information when it is strictly necessary to provide our service or comply with the law:
- With Employers (Job Seekers): When a job seeker applies for a specific job, their CV, contact details, and application materials are shared directly with the relevant employer.
- With Third-Party Service Providers: We use third-party tools for things like website hosting, payment processing (if applicable), and analytics. These providers are bound by strict contractual obligations to keep your data secure and confidential.
- Legal Requirements: If we are legally required to disclose information to comply with a subpoena, court order, or lawful government request.
5. Data Security and Retention
- Security: We have implemented appropriate security measures (encryption, secure servers) to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, or accessed in an unauthorized way.
- Retention: We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You can request account deletion at any time.
6. Your Rights Under POPIA
As a data subject under POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information.
- Deletion (Erasure): Request that we delete or destroy your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
JobRadarSA uses “cookies” and similar tracking technologies (like Google Analytics) to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and support our operations. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, but note that some parts of the website may then become inaccessible or not function properly.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our treatment of your personal information, please contact us:
- Via Email:
support@jobradarsa.com - Via Contact Form: https://jobradarsa.co.za/contact/
- Location: Based in Based in the Garden Route District, Western Cape, South Africa.