Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

At SalamJobs, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our Islamic job platform. We comply with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our platform.

Personal Information You Provide:

  • ✓Name, email address, phone number, and contact details
  • ✓Profile information including photo, resume/CV, and professional experience
  • ✓Education history, qualifications, and skills
  • ✓Account credentials (username and encrypted password)
  • ✓Communication preferences and Islamic workplace preferences

Job Seeker Specific Information:

  • ✓Work history and employment preferences
  • ✓Salary expectations and job search criteria
  • ✓Islamic workplace accommodation preferences (prayer facilities, halal food, hijab-friendly, etc.)
  • ✓Application materials and cover letters
  • ✓References and portfolio items

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • ✓To create and maintain your account on SalamJobs
  • ✓To match you with relevant job opportunities that align with your Islamic workplace preferences
  • ✓To enable employers to review your profile and application materials
  • ✓To communicate with you about job opportunities, applications, and platform updates
  • ✓To improve our services and develop new features
  • ✓To ensure platform security and prevent fraud
  • ✓To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions
  • ✓To send you marketing communications (with your consent)

3. How We Share Your Information

We share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • ✓With Employers: When you apply for a job, your profile and application materials are shared with the employer
  • ✓With Service Providers: We use trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)
  • ✓For Legal Compliance: When required by law, legal process, or government request
  • ✓With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
  • ✓Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Cookies help us remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and personalize content.

We use essential cookies (required for platform functionality), performance cookies (to analyze usage), and marketing cookies (with your consent). You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our Cookie Preferences page.

5. Data Security and Protection

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

  • ✓Encryption of data in transit and at rest using SSL/TLS protocols
  • ✓Secure authentication systems with encrypted password storage
  • ✓Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • ✓Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
  • ✓Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
  • ✓Compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001 security standards

6. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

  1. Right to Access: You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
  2. Right to Rectification: You can correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
  3. Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  4. Right to Restrict Processing: You can limit how we process your personal information
  5. Right to Data Portability: You can receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  6. Right to Object: You can object to processing of your personal data for marketing purposes
  7. Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time

7. Islamic Workplace Data

We handle your Islamic workplace preferences (prayer facilities, halal food, hijab-friendly environments, etc.) with the utmost respect and confidentiality. This information is used solely to match you with suitable employers who accommodate your religious needs. We never discriminate or share this sensitive information without your explicit consent.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you close your account, we will delete or anonymize your data within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or compliance purposes. You can request immediate deletion through our Privacy Dashboard.

9. Children's Privacy

SalamJobs is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of SalamJobs after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@salamjobs.co
Address: 4379 137th Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada