Yowdo Connect Privacy Policy

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Welcome to Yowdo Connect, a job portal designed for youth with disabilities. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your data when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

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

a) Personal Information (Provided by You)

  • Full Name
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • National ID (if required for verification)
  • Resume, Work Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
  • Profile Picture (optional)
  • Location (optional, for job matching)

b) Information Collected Automatically

  • IP Address
  • Device Information (OS, Browser Type, etc.)
  • Usage Data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies

c) Information from Third Parties

If you sign up using Google, Facebook, or LinkedIn, we may collect limited profile data as permitted by their polici

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
✅ Help you find job opportunities that match your skills.
✅ Allow employers to review your qualifications.
✅ Improve and personalize your experience.
✅ Communicate important updates and notifications.
✅ Monitor security and prevent fraud.
✅ Comply with legal requirements.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

🔹 With Employers & Recruiters – Your profile and resume may be visible to employers when you apply for jobs.
🔹 With Service Providers – Third-party services that help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics, customer support).
🔹 Legal & Compliance – If required by law or to protect rights and safety.

You can control who sees your profile by adjusting your privacy settings in your account.

Data Retention & Security

We store your data as long as your account is active or as required by law. We use encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you have the right to:
✔️ Access, update, or delete your personal data.
✔️ Opt out of marketing emails.
✔️ Request a copy of your data.
✔️ Disable cookies in your browser settings.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience, such as remembering preferences and analyzing usage. You can manage cookies in your browser settings.

Third-Party Links

Yowdo Connect may contain links to external job websites or employer pages. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies.

Children’s Privacy

Yowdo Connect is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of major changes via email or platform notifications.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 Email: info@career.yowdo.or.tz 

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