At Shaqogoob, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the platform.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information. When you register, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and password. Employers additionally provide company name, business registration details, and contact information.
Profile Information. Job seekers may voluntarily provide work experience, education history, skills, resume documents, profile photos, and certificates.
Usage Data. We automatically collect information about how you interact with Shaqogoob — pages visited, searches performed, jobs viewed, and time spent on the platform.
Payment Information. For employer subscriptions and job postings, payment details are processed securely via WaafiPay. We do not store full payment credentials on our servers.
Communications. When you contact us or send messages through the platform, we retain those communications to resolve disputes, provide support, and improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Match job seekers with relevant job opportunities
- Enable employers to find and contact qualified candidates
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Send you job alerts, notifications, and platform updates
- Detect, prevent, and address fraud or security issues
- Improve and personalise your experience on the platform
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
With Employers. When you apply for a job or make your profile public, your profile information is visible to employers on the platform.
Service Providers. We work with trusted third-party providers (cloud storage, payment processors, email services) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements. We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority.
Business Transfers. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement industry-standard technical and organisational measures — including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest — to protect your personal information.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials confidential.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain session state, remember your preferences, and analyse platform usage where you have allowed us to do so. You can review the cookies we use and change your choices in our Cookie Policy.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Portability: Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@shaqogoob.com.
For step-by-step account deletion instructions, including the data removed and our retention timeline, visit the Delete Your Account page.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
Shaqogoob is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or by posting a prominent notice on the platform. Your continued use of Shaqogoob after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: