Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how WorkNepal ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you use our job portal website and services. This policy is designed to comply with the Constitution of Nepal 2015, the Electronic Transactions Act 2063 (2008), and other applicable laws and regulations of Nepal.

By accessing or using WorkNepal, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account (name, email address, phone number, date of birth)
• Create a job seeker profile (education, work experience, skills, resume/CV)
• Post a job as an employer (company information, contact details)
• Apply for jobs through our platform
• Contact us for support or inquiries
• Subscribe to our newsletters or notifications

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services if you choose to link your account with social media platforms or use single sign-on features.

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our job portal services
• To process job applications and connect job seekers with employers
• To send you relevant job recommendations and notifications
• To improve and personalize your experience on our platform
• To communicate with you about your account, applications, or inquiries
• To prevent fraud, unauthorized access, and ensure platform security
• To comply with legal obligations under Nepal law
• To analyze website usage and improve our services
• To send promotional materials (with your consent)

4.1 With Employers

When you apply for a job, your profile information, resume, and application details will be shared with the respective employer. You have control over what information appears in your public profile.

4.2 With Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving you (e.g., hosting providers, email services, payment processors).

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by government authorities, courts, or law enforcement agencies in Nepal.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission (SSL/TLS)
• Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Employee training on data protection and privacy

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Under Nepal law and our commitment to privacy, you have the following rights:

• Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: You can update or correct your personal information through your account settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and personal data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out: You can opt-out of promotional emails and notifications at any time
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing where consent was the basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the details provided in the Contact section below.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve functionality.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing to show relevant advertisements

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect some features of our website.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Active account data is retained while your account is active
• Job applications and related data are retained for a reasonable period for recruitment purposes
• Financial and transaction records are retained as required by Nepal tax and accounting laws
• After account deletion, some data may be retained in backup systems for a limited period

Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use our services or provide any personal information. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of Nepal. If we transfer personal information outside Nepal, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our services after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• The Constitution of Nepal 2015 (Right to Privacy - Article 28)
• Electronic Transactions Act 2063 (2008)
• Nepal Telecom Authority Act 2053
• Other applicable laws and regulations of Nepal

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

By using WorkNepal, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of our services immediately.