Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Your Data at a Glance

This section gives you a quick, plain-language overview of how we handle your data. For full details, please read the complete policy below.

What Data We Collect

We collect basic usage data such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and search queries when you browse our site. If you contact us or subscribe to alerts, we may also store the information you provide, such as your name and email address. We do not collect sensitive personal information unless you voluntarily share it with us.

How We Use Your Data

Your data helps us improve StarterJobs and personalise your experience. We use analytics to understand which pages and features are most useful, so we can make the site better for South African job seekers. If you sign up for job alerts, we use your preferences to send you relevant opportunities. We never use your data for purposes unrelated to our platform.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymised, aggregated usage statistics with analytics providers such as Google Analytics to help us understand site performance. When you click through to an employer's website to apply for a job, that employer's own privacy policy applies to any data you share with them directly.

Your Rights

Under South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. You can also object to how we process your data or opt out of communications at any time. To exercise any of these rights, simply email us at hello@starterjobs.co.za and we will respond promptly.

Security Measures

We take the security of your data seriously. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to protect data in transit, and we implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse of your information. While no system is completely immune to risk, we continuously review and update our security practices to keep your data safe.

1. Introduction

StarterJobs.co.za ("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.

By using StarterJobs.co.za, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Use our search functionality
  • Contact us via email
  • Subscribe to newsletters (if applicable)
  • Submit feedback or enquiries

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website addresses
  • Search queries on our platform

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Improve user experience and website functionality
  • Analyse usage patterns and trends
  • Respond to your enquiries and requests
  • Send relevant job alerts (with your consent)
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve our services
  • Provide analytics

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyse data:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage statistics
  • Hosting providers: To store and serve our website

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information we hold
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to the processing of your information
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@starterjobs.co.za

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

9. External Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including employer career pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any website you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

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

12. Website Operator

StarterJobs.co.za is owned and operated by:

abodigital Pty Ltd
Website: adigital.co.za
Email: hello@starterjobs.co.za