Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 19, 2025
At Opher, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us when you create an account, update your profile, post jobs, apply for positions, or communicate with us. This includes your name, email address, phone number, resume/CV, work history, education, skills, and other professional information. We also automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our platform, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to: provide, maintain, and improve our services; match candidates with job opportunities; communicate with you about our services; send you technical notices and support messages; respond to your comments and questions; monitor and analyze trends and usage; detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity; personalize your experience; and comply with legal obligations.
3. Information Sharing
We may share your information with: employers and recruiters when you apply for jobs or express interest in opportunities; service providers who perform services on our behalf; professional advisers such as lawyers and accountants; law enforcement or government agencies when required by law; other parties in connection with a company transaction such as a merger or acquisition. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to: access, update, or delete your personal information; object to processing of your personal information; request restriction of processing; request data portability; withdraw consent at any time. You can exercise these rights by contacting us at info@opher.co.za or through your account settings.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected.
9. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
10. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Email: info@opher.co.za, Phone: +27 (11) 312-6283.
Your Privacy Matters
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. If you have any concerns or questions about how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.