Last updated: 8 July 2026
CareerGateSA (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates careergatesa.great-site.net (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the rights you have regarding your information.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Your name.
- Your email address.
- Information submitted through contact forms.
- Comments you post on the Site.
- Information provided when subscribing to newsletters or updates.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type.
- Operating system.
- General geographic location.
- Pages visited.
- Time spent on the Site.
- Click behaviour.
- Referring website.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information such as identity numbers, banking details, medical information, or academic records through this website.
Applications for jobs, bursaries, internships, or graduate programmes are submitted directly to the relevant employer or institution through their official application systems, not through CareerGateSA.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Operate and maintain the Site.
- Improve website functionality and user experience.
- Respond to enquiries and messages.
- Provide newsletters or updates where requested.
- Analyse website traffic using tools such as Google Analytics.
- Display relevant advertising through Google AdSense.
- Detect spam, fraud, abuse, or security threats.
- Comply with legal obligations where required.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable, we process your personal information on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Your consent.
- Our legitimate interest in operating and improving CareerGateSA.
- Compliance with legal obligations.
- Performance of a contract where applicable.
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
4. Cookies
CareerGateSA uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and enhance website functionality.
The cookies we use may include:
- Essential Cookies – Required for the Site to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies – Used to understand visitor behaviour through services such as Google Analytics.
- Advertising Cookies – Used by Google AdSense and its advertising partners to display relevant advertisements.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
5. Google AdSense and Advertising
CareerGateSA uses Google AdSense to display advertisements.
Google and its advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to display personalised advertisements based on your visits to this website and other websites.
You can manage your advertising preferences by visiting:
- Google Ads Settings
- AboutAds Choices
You can also learn how Google uses information collected from websites by reviewing Google’s Privacy & Terms documentation.
6. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to better understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics collects anonymous information such as:
- Pages viewed.
- Time spent on pages.
- Device information.
- Browser information.
- Approximate location.
This information helps us improve the quality and usability of CareerGateSA.
7. Third-Party Links
CareerGateSA contains links to external websites, including employers, universities, bursary providers, government departments, and other organisations.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of these external websites.
Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.
8. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share limited information with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
- Website hosting providers.
- Analytics providers.
- Advertising partners such as Google.
- Service providers assisting with website operations.
- Government authorities where required by law.
9. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers, including Google, may process data on servers located outside South Africa.
Where applicable, we take reasonable steps to ensure that such transfers comply with applicable privacy laws.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised where reasonably possible.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Under POPIA
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal information where appropriate.
- Object to the processing of your personal information.
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
Under GDPR (where applicable)
If the GDPR applies to you, you may also have the right to:
- Restrict processing.
- Data portability.
- Withdraw consent.
- Object to certain forms of processing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
12. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, loss, alteration, or misuse.
However, no method of electronic transmission or online storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
13. Children’s Privacy
CareerGateSA is intended for a general audience and is not directed specifically at children under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information through this Site, please contact us so we can promptly remove the information where appropriate.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations.
Any updates will be published on this page together with a revised “Last updated” date.
Your continued use of CareerGateSA after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us.
Email: info@careergatesa.co.za