Privacy Policy – CuppCoZA

Effective Date: [06 January 2026] Platform Name: CuppCoZA

1. Introduction

CuppCoZA values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal details: Name, contact information, location, and CV/resume data.

  • Professional details: Skills, qualifications, certifications, work history, and availability.

  • Recruiter details: Company name, contact information, job postings, and hiring preferences.

  • Usage data: Login activity, search queries, and interactions with the platform.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Connect job seekers with recruiters and employers.

  • Enable recruiters to search and filter candidates.

  • Provide career resources and job alerts.

  • Improve platform functionality and user experience.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Sharing of Information

  • With recruiters/employers: Job seekers’ CVs and profiles may be shared with recruiters for hiring purposes.

  • With service providers: We may share data with trusted partners who help operate the platform.

  • Legal compliance: Information may be disclosed if required by law or to protect platform integrity.

5. Data Protection

  • We comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

  • Personal data is stored securely and only accessible to authorized personnel.

  • We use encryption and security measures to protect against unauthorized access.

6. User Rights

Under POPIA, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing.

  • Request deletion of your account and associated data.

7. Retention of Data

  • Job seeker and recruiter data is retained as long as necessary to provide services.

  • Accounts may be deleted upon request, and data will be removed unless required by law.

8. Cookies and Tracking

  • CuppCoZA may use cookies to improve user experience and analyze platform usage.

  • Users can disable cookies in their browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage users to review their policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

CuppCoZA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via the platform.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact: Email: [info@cupp.co.za] Phone: [082 485 1200]