qnectU ("qnectU," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our Careers Page ("Careers Page") and submit personal information as part of the recruitment process. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including specific provisions for the United States and South Africa. By accessing or using the Careers Page, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information when you use our Careers Page:
• Name, contact information (e.g., email address, phone number), and mailing address.
• Employment history, education details, and other information included in your resume or job application.
• References and other information provided by you as part of the recruitment process.
• Optional demographic data, where permitted by law.
1.2. Automatically Collected Information:
When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain information, such as:
• IP address and geolocation data.
• Browser type and version.
• Operating system.
• Referring website.
• Pages visited, time spent on the Careers Page, and other usage details.
• Date and time of your visit.
1.3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
• Process and evaluate your job application.
•Communicate with you about the recruitment process.
•Verify your identity and qualifications.
•Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
•Improve our Careers Page and recruitment processes or enforce our terms and policies.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
3.1 Affiliates and Subsidiaries: Including qnectU’s sister company, Uboni SA (Pty) Ltd, for recruitment and employment purposes.
3.2 Clients: qnectU partners or businesses that collaborate with us for recruitment services
or Employer of Record support.
3.3 Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in recruitment, IT support, and data analysis.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights and interests.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
• Complete the recruitment process.
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
If you wish to request the deletion of your data, please contact qnectU using the designated contact info below.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission or storage can be guaranteed as 100% secure. Use the Website at your own risk.
6. Regional Specific Provisions
United States:
6.1. Equal Employment Opportunity: We collect demographic data in compliance with federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws.
6.2. At-Will Employment: Personal information is processed in accordance with the "at-will" employment doctrine where applicable.
South Africa
6.3 POPIA Compliance: Personal information collected from South African applicants is processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
6.4 Uboni SA (Pty) Ltd: As a sister company of qnectU, Uboni SA (Pty) Ltd processes South African applicants’ data in compliance with local regulations. Information may be shared between the two entities for recruitment purposes.
6.5 Data Stored and Transmitted Outside South Africa: Personal information submitted by South African applicants may be transmitted and stored in locations outside South Africa. By submitting your personal information and applying for employment, you acknowledge and consent to this data transfer and storage, which is conducted in compliance with applicable privacy laws to safeguard your information.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Careers Page. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of the Website.
8. Your Rights and Choices
United States
8.1. Access and Update: You have the right to access and update your personal information. To do so, please contact us at the email address provided below.
8.2. Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.
8.3 Request Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
South Africa
8.4. Access and Update: You have the right to access and update your personal information. To do so, please contact us at the email address provided below.
8.5. Request Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
8.6. File Complaints: Lodge complaints with the Information Regulator.
To exercise your rights, please contact qnectU using the designated contact info below.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. Your continued use of the Careers Page after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised
Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email:
Phone: +1 801-572-4000
By using the Careers Page, you confirm your understanding and acceptance of this Privacy Policy.
Revision 2025.01-1
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