Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10/12/2025

WEconomics Recruitment (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal information and complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and safeguard your information when you use our website or our recruitment services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that helps us deliver professional recruitment services.

1.1 Information Provided by Employers

• Name and surname
• Company name
• Work email address
• Phone number
• Hiring requirements and job descriptions

1.2 Information Provided by Candidates

• Name and surname
• Email address
• Phone number
• CV / résumé
• Skills, qualifications, employment history
• Preferred roles or industries

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages viewed and usage data
• Cookies and tracking tools

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Provide recruitment and placement services
• Match candidates with suitable roles
• Contact you regarding applications or enquiries
• Improve our website and service delivery
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information based on:

• Your consent
• Legitimate business interests (recruitment services)
• Contractual obligations or steps taken at your request
• Legal obligations

4. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information with:

• Potential employers (with your consent)
• Background verification partners (with consent)
• Service providers assisting in website or communication functions
• Regulatory authorities, when legally required

5. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

6. Your POPIA Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request corrections
• Withdraw consent
• Object to processing
• Request deletion (subject to legal retention requirements)

To exercise these rights, contact us at **info@weconomics.co.za**.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for recruitment services, regulatory compliance, or business purposes. Data no longer required is securely deleted.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years old.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

11. Contact Us

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

WEconomics Recruitment
Email: info@weconomics.co.za
Phone: 068 381 7733
Pretoria, South Africa