Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 2025

zakcareers ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you" or "users"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit zakcareers.com (the "Platform"). By using our Platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

Information You Provide Directly:

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, password, and other relevant details.
• Profile Information: You may provide additional information in your profile, such as your resume, educational background, work experience, and skills.
• Job/Internship Applications: When you apply for a job or internship, we collect the information you provide in your application.
• Company Information: Companies provide information about their organization, job postings, and contact details.
• Communication: If you contact us, we may keep a record of your communication.
• Payment Information: If you make a payment, we collect the necessary payment details.

Information We Collect Automatically:

• Usage Data: We collect information about how you use our Platform, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the Platform.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our Platform, such as device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To Provide and Maintain the Platform: To operate, maintain, and improve our services.
• To Facilitate Job/Internship Applications: To connect candidates with companies and facilitate the application process.
• To Communicate with You: To respond to your inquiries, provide updates, and send important notifications.
• To Personalize Your Experience: To tailor content and recommendations to your interests.
• To Improve Our Services: To analyze usage data and improve the functionality and user experience of our Platform.
• To Prevent Fraud and Ensure Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities and protect the security of our Platform.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• For marketing purposes: To send promotional materials when applicable.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We may disclose your information to:

• Companies: We share candidate information with companies when you apply for a job or internship.
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us with operating our Platform, such as payment processors and analytics providers.
• Legal Authorities: We may disclose information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, or protect our rights.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
• With your consent: We may share your information with other parties if you provide consent.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request to delete your account and associated data.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to the information we hold about you.
• Rectification: You can request to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Erasure: You can request to delete your information, subject to legal obligations.
• Restriction: You can request to restrict the processing of your information.
• Data Portability: You can request to receive your information in a portable format.
• Objection: You can object to the processing of your information.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your information is protected under this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our Platform. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: support@zakcareers.com

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• We use cookies to improve user experience.
• Users can disable cookies via their browser settings.
• We use tracking technologies to analyze platform usage.

12. Third-Party Links

• Our platform may contain links to third-party sites.
• We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

13. Governing Law

This privacy policy will be governed by the laws of Ghana.