Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 17 July 2025

Applies To: All users of JobVerge.co.za


At JobVerge.co.za, your privacy is important to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the United States.


1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of data:


1.1. Information You Provide

• Account and registration details (name, email, phone)
• Profile data (resume, applications, preferences)
• Messages, support requests, feedback
• Payment or billing information (where applicable)

1.2. Information We Collect Automatically

• Device and browser data
• IP address and geolocation (where applicable)
• Cookies and usage behavior
• Time spent, clicks, referring pages

2. Legal Grounds for Processing


Depending on your jurisdiction, we process your data based on:

• Consent (e.g., newsletters, marketing)
• Performance of a contract )e.g., job applications, payments)
• Legal obligations (e.g., fraud prevention)
• Legitimate interest (e.g., service improvement)

3. How We Use Your Data


We use your information to:

• Operate and improve the Platform
• Process job applications and other user service
• Communicate with you
• Personalize your experience
• Analyze traffic and usage
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Sharing and Disclosure


We do NOT sell your personal data.

We may share your information with:

• Verified partners and service providers (hosting, analytics, email systems)
• Employers, when you submit job applications
• Regulatory bodies or law enforcement, where legally required
• Subsidiaries or affiliates for operational purposes

5. Cookies and Tracking


We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enable secure login and functionality
• Analyze performance and improve features
• Deliver relevant content and optional advertising

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser or through platform controls.


6. Data Retension


We retain your data as long as needed to provide services and fulfill legal obligations.
You may request account deletion or data removal at any time (see Section 9).


7. International Data Transfer


If you are outside South Africa, your information may be processed in jurisdiction with different data protection laws.
We ensure data is protected through standard contractual clauses and appropriate safeguards.


8. Security


We implement technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure.


9. Your Rights


Depending on your location (South Africa, EU, US), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority
• Request a portable copy of your data (GDPR/CCPA)

To exercise your right, email: privacy@myzatech.co.za


10. Children's Privacy


Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have mistakenly collected such data, contact us for immediately removal.


11. Changes to this Policy


We may update this policy to reflect changes in the law or our services. Updates will be posted to this page with a new effective date.


12. Contact


If you have questions about this policy or your data:

Email: privacy@myzatech.co.za
Address: PO Box 353, Cape Town, 7560