Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/09/2025
Platform: Placement Kenya

Placement Kenya (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By using Placement Kenya, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

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

Personal Information (Talent): Name, contact details, date of birth, skills, work history, CV/resume, identification documents (for verification).
Personal Information (Employers): Business name, contact person, contact details, business registration information, job postings.
Account Information: Login details, profile settings, preferences.
Payment Information: Bank or mobile money details, payment history, invoices.
Usage Data: Device type, IP address, browser, interactions on the Platform.
Communication Data: Messages, feedback, or correspondence with us or other users.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for purposes such as:

Verifying user identity and maintaining account security.
Matching Talent with Employers.
Processing payments and invoicing.
Providing customer support and responding to inquiries.
Monitoring Platform performance, usage, and improvements.
Preventing fraud, misuse, or illegal activities.
Complying with legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in the following cases:

With Employers: Talent profiles, skills, and contact information shared when applying for jobs.
With Talent: Job details, employer contact information when applying or being hired.
With Service Providers: Payment processors, IT support, or analytics partners under strict confidentiality.
For Legal Reasons: When required by law, court order, or government regulations.
Business Transactions: In case of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets.

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Users are responsible for keeping their login credentials confidential.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide services.
If you delete your account, we may retain limited information for legal, tax, or fraud-prevention purposes.

6. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

Access, correct, or update your personal data.
Request deletion of your account and personal information (subject to legal requirements).
Withdraw consent for certain processing activities.
Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

Requests can be made via support@placementkenya.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to improve your experience, track usage, and deliver personalized content.
You can manage cookie settings in your browser, though some features may not function properly without them.

8. Children’s Privacy

Placement Kenya is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access Placement Kenya outside Kenya, your data may be transferred and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
📧 support@placementkenya.com