Privacy
Policy

1. Introduction

FreshTalent ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company details, job title (when you fill forms or create an account).
• Talent Information: CVs, work history, skills, salary expectations, references (only with your consent).
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages (via cookies and analytics).
• Communication Data: Emails, messages, call recordings (only with consent).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Match clients with suitable talent
• Improve our platform and services
• Communicate with you (updates, newsletters, job matches)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security

4. Data Sharing

We share your information only when necessary:

• With potential employers (only relevant parts of talent profiles, with consent)
• With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processors) under strict confidentiality
• When required by law or to protect our rights

We never sell your personal data.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption (HTTPS, AES-256), secure servers, and regular security audits to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary:

• Client accounts: Until you request deletion
• Talent profiles: Up to 3 years (or until you withdraw consent)
• Transaction records: 7 years (legal requirement)

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Contact us at privacy@freshtalent.africa to exercise these rights.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies for functionality and analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in Kenya and other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Policy

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

12. Contact Us

For privacy concerns: privacy@freshtalent.africa