{"id":248,"date":"2026-07-10T07:54:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T07:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobconnect.co.ke\/?page_id=248"},"modified":"2026-07-10T07:54:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T07:54:03","slug":"privacy-policy-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jobconnect.co.ke\/index.php\/privacy-policy-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> July 10, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Privacy Policy for JobConnect Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome to <strong>JobConnect Kenya<\/strong> (&#8220;JobConnect Kenya&#8221;, &#8220;we&#8221;, &#8220;our&#8221;, or &#8220;us&#8221;). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you visit <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jobconnect.co.ke\/\">www.jobconnect.co.ke<\/a><\/strong>, create an account, apply for jobs, upload your CV, or use any of our recruitment and career services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the <strong>Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019<\/strong>, its regulations, and other applicable privacy laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By accessing or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Information We Collect<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may collect the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you register or use our services, we may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of birth (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gender (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>County or location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nationality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employment history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional qualifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skills and certifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curriculum Vitae (CV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover letters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portfolio links<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Profile photograph (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>References you choose to provide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any other information voluntarily submitted through your profile or job applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employer Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For employers and recruiters, we may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Company name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business registration details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact person&#8217;s name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Telephone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Office address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Billing information (where applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automatically Collected Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IP address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Browser type<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Device information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages visited<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time and date of access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral URLs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clickstream data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookies and similar technologies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How We Use Your Information<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use your information to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create and manage your JobConnect Kenya account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Match job seekers with relevant employment opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow employers to identify qualified candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process job applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide CV and career services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send job alerts and vacancy notifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify user identities where necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to customer support requests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve website functionality and user experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct analytics and performance monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Job Applications<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you apply for a job through JobConnect Kenya:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your application information is shared with the employer or recruiter advertising the position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do not control how employers use or retain your information after it has been shared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We encourage employers to comply with applicable data protection laws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JobConnect Kenya uses cookies and similar technologies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep users signed in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember user preferences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve website performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze website traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personalize user experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detect fraudulent activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some website features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Email Communications<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may send you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Job alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Career tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Account notifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marketing communications (where permitted)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Sharing Your Information<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do <strong>not sell<\/strong> your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may share your information with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Employers and recruiters you apply to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trusted technology service providers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cloud hosting providers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment processors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional advisers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government agencies where required by law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Courts or law enforcement agencies where legally obligated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate security and confidentiality standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Data Security<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including safeguards against:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unauthorized access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accidental loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Misuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alteration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disclosure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity threats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Data Retention<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide our services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet legal obligations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve disputes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enforce our agreements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inactive accounts may be deleted after a reasonable period in accordance with our retention policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Your Privacy Rights<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Subject to applicable law, you may request to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access your personal information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Correct inaccurate information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delete your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Withdraw consent where applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restrict or object to certain processing activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive a copy of your personal data where legally required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Children&#8217;s Privacy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JobConnect Kenya is intended for individuals who are legally eligible to seek employment or recruit talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Third-Party Websites<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may contain links to third-party websites, employer career pages, recruitment agencies, and external services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. International Data Transfers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your information may be processed or stored on servers located outside Kenya where our service providers operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where such transfers occur, we take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Changes to This Privacy Policy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting on this page, together with the updated Effective Date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Contact Us<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>JobConnect Kenya<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jobconnect.co.ke\/\">www.jobconnect.co.ke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:info@jobconnect.co.ke\">info@jobconnect.co.ke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For privacy-related requests, please email: <a href=\"mailto:admin@jobconnect.co.ke\" data-type=\"mailto\" data-id=\"mailto:admin@jobconnect.co.ke\">admin@jobconnect.co.ke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will respond to legitimate requests within the timelines required under applicable law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By accessing or using <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jobconnect.co.ke\/\">www.jobconnect.co.ke<\/a><\/strong>, creating an account, uploading your CV, or applying for jobs through our platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effective Date: July 10, 2026 Privacy Policy for JobConnect Kenya Welcome to JobConnect Kenya (&#8220;JobConnect Kenya&#8221;, &#8220;we&#8221;, &#8220;our&#8221;, or &#8220;us&#8221;). 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