PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Samitips (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates Samitips.com (the “Site”), a job board serving Ethiopia. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Because Samitips does not offer user accounts, we collect very limited personal data.

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Job Applications: When you apply for a job, you may submit your name, email address, phone number, CV/resume, and cover letter. This information is sent directly to the employer who posted the vacancy. We do not store it permanently on our servers.
• Contact Forms: If you contact us via a contact form, we collect your name and email address solely to respond to your message.
• Employer Job Postings: When an employer submits a job listing, they may provide a contact email, company details, and job description. No password or account is created.

b. Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited, time on site, and referring website
• Cookies and similar technologies
• Aggregated usage statistics through Google Analytics and similar tools

We do not collect usernames, passwords, or profile information because no user accounts exist on Samitips.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To forward your job application to the relevant employer
• To respond to your inquiries submitted via contact forms
• To display job listings and site content
• To improve site functionality and user experience
• To display advertisements through Google AdSense and other partners
• To prevent fraud and verify the legitimacy of job postings
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

Samitips uses Google AdSense to serve ads. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to show ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites.

• Google DART Cookie: Google uses this cookie to serve interest-based ads. You can opt out by visiting Google Ads Settings.
• Other Ad Networks: We may work with other ad providers. These parties may use their own tracking technologies.

We encourage you to review Google’s Privacy Policy for more information on how your data is used for advertising.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience.

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant ads.

You can disable cookies in your browser. Note that some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information. We may share data in these limited cases:

• With Employers: When you apply for a job, your submitted information (name, email, CV) is shared with that employer only.
• With Service Providers: We may use third-party services for hosting, analytics, and email delivery. They are contractually obligated to protect data.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose data if required by law or to protect our rights.

Because no user accounts exist, we do not store personal data beyond what is necessary for the immediate purpose.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect the transmission and processing of your data, including SSL encryption. However, no online platform is completely secure.

8. Data Retention

• Job Applications: Information submitted through an application form is held only long enough to forward it to the employer. We do not retain it in a database.
• Contact Form Messages: Retained for up to 6 months for customer service purposes.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated, non-personal data may be retained indefinitely.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Know what personal data (if any) we hold about you
• Request deletion of any personal data you provided via contact forms
• Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

To exercise these rights, email us at mail@samitips.com. We will respond within 30 days.

10. Children’s Privacy

Samitips is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

Email: mail@samitips.com

Address: Samitips, Sheger House 37th Floor, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Phone: 0927383728