Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Zues Hire (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, shares and protects personal information of users who access or use www.zueshire.co.za (“Platform”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

1.1 Information You Provide

Full name

Contact details (email, phone number, address)

CV / employment history

Skills, qualifications, certifications

Identity information (only when required for verification)

Employer details and business information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

Device and browser information

IP address

Usage data, cookies, and analytics

Login history and activity

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information from:

Background screening providers

Recruitment partners

Payment service providers

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  1. How We Use Personal Information

We may use your personal information to:

Create and maintain user accounts

Connect employers and job seekers

Process job applications

Communicate vacancies, status updates, and matches

Perform identity verification and fraud prevention

Improve, personalise, and maintain the Platform

Process payments (where applicable)

Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

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  1. Sharing of Information

We may share personal information with:

3.1 Employers / Job Seekers

To facilitate job placements, we may provide relevant information to:

Potential employers

Job candidates

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted partners who assist with:

Payment processing

Website hosting

Legal compliance

Analytics and security

They are contractually required to protect your information.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with law

Respond to legal requests

Protect rights, safety, or property

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  1. Consent

By using the Platform, you consent to:

The collection and processing of personal information

Sharing of data with employers or job seekers

Communication via email, SMS, WhatsApp, or phone

Users may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

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  1. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information against:

Loss or theft

Unauthorised access

Misuse or alteration

However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Users are responsible for keeping their login details confidential.

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  1. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for:

As long as needed to provide services

As required by law

Until a user requests deletion (where permitted)

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  1. User Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

Access your personal information

Request corrections

Object to processing

Request deletion (where legally permitted)

Withdraw consent

Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

Requests may be made to:

📧 info@zueshire.co.za

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  1. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies to:

Remember preferences

Analyse usage

Improve user experience

Users may disable cookies, but some features may not function properly.

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  1. Direct Marketing

We may send marketing or service messages to users.

Users may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe options provided.

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  1. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from persons under 18 years of age without consent from a parent or guardian.

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  1. International Transfers

If data is transferred outside South Africa, we will ensure adequate protection in line with POPIA and applicable laws.

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  1. Third-Party Websites

Our Platform may contain links to third-party sites.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

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  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updated versions will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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  1. Contact Information

For privacy enquiries, corrections, or complaints, contact:

📧 info@zueshire.co.za

🌍 www.zueshire.co.za

You may also contact the Information Regulator of South Africa via their official channels.

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ACCEPTANCE

By accessing or using the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to this Privacy Policy.