Privacy Policy
Qatar Job Updates
We are committed to being fully transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your data. This policy explains everything in clear, plain language.
- 1. Who We Are
- 2. Information We Collect
- 3. How We Use Your Information
- 4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- 5. Google AdSense & Advertising
- 6. Google Analytics
- 7. Third-Party Links & Websites
- 8. How We Share Your Information
- 9. Data Retention
- 10. Your Rights
- 11. Children’s Privacy
- 12. Data Security
- 13. Changes to This Policy
- 14. Contact Us
Before You Continue — Plain English Summary
Qatar Job Updates is a free job information platform. We collect only the minimum data necessary to operate our website, deliver job updates, and display relevant advertisements. We do not sell your personal data to anyone. We do not charge job seekers any fees. This policy explains everything transparently — in plain language, not legal jargon.
Who We Are
Qatar Job Updates (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a free, independent online job information platform operated from Doha, Qatar. Our website is accessible at https://www.qatarjobupdates.org.
We are an information-sharing platform, not a recruitment agency. We publish job vacancies sourced from publicly available sources to help job seekers find employment opportunities in Qatar and across the Gulf region. This Privacy Policy governs your use of our website and all services associated with it.
For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact us at: jobs@qatarjobupdates.org
Information We Collect
We collect two categories of information — Personal Information (information that can identify you) and Non-Personal / Technical Information (anonymous usage data). Here is a complete breakdown of what we collect and why:
👤 Personal Information
We only collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us. This may include:
- Name and Email Address — when you subscribe to our job alert newsletter or email notifications
- Email Address and Message Content — when you contact us via email with an enquiry, job submission, or support request
- Phone Number / WhatsApp Number — only if you voluntarily provide it when contacting us via WhatsApp for CV services or advertising enquiries
💻 Non-Personal & Technical Information
When you visit our website, certain technical information is automatically collected to help us understand how people use our platform. This data is anonymous and cannot identify you individually:
- Browser type and version (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox)
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet) and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search engine that brought you to our site
- IP address (anonymised and used only for geographic analytics)
- Approximate geographic location (country/city level only — not precise)
- Clicks and navigation patterns to help us improve content and layout
We Collect the Minimum Necessary
We follow a data minimisation principle — we only collect information that is genuinely needed to operate our service and improve your experience. We do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial details, identity documents, or biometric data.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for specific, legitimate purposes. Here is exactly how your data is used:
| Purpose | Type of Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Send job alert emails and notifications | Name, Email Address | Your consent (opt-in subscription) |
| Respond to your enquiries and messages | Email, Name, Message Content | Legitimate interest / contractual |
| Improve website content and user experience | Anonymous analytics data | Legitimate interest |
| Display relevant job advertisements (AdSense) | Cookies, browsing behaviour | Your consent (cookie policy) |
| Measure website traffic and content performance | Google Analytics data | Legitimate interest |
| Comply with legal obligations if required | As required by applicable law | Legal obligation |
What We Do NOT Do With Your Data
- We do not sell your personal data to any third party, ever
- We do not share your data with employers or recruiters without your explicit action
- We do not use your data for unsolicited marketing beyond job alerts you have subscribed to
- We do not store sensitive financial, identity, or payment information of any kind
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help our site function correctly, remember your preferences, and allow us to understand how visitors use our platform. We also use cookies to serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense.
🧲 Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Can Be Disabled? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enable core website functions — the site cannot work properly without these | No (essential) |
| Analytics Cookies | Collect anonymous data about how visitors use the site (Google Analytics) | Yes — via browser settings or opt-out |
| Advertising Cookies | Used by Google AdSense to serve personalised or contextual ads | Yes — via Google Ads Settings or browser settings |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences for a better experience | Yes — via browser settings |
🔌 How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You have full control over cookies. You can manage or disable them through your browser settings. Here is how to do it in the most common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari (iPhone/Mac): Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security → Block All Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and Delete Cookies
Please Note
Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our website and may result in less relevant advertisements being displayed. Disabling advertising cookies does not mean you will stop seeing ads — it means the ads may be less relevant to your interests.
Google AdSense & Advertising
Qatar Job Updates uses Google AdSense, a service provided by Google LLC, to display advertisements on our website. Advertising revenue helps us keep this platform free for all job seekers.
How Google AdSense Works
Google AdSense uses cookies and tracking technologies to serve advertisements that are relevant to you based on your browsing history and interests. Google may use data about your visits to our website — and other websites across the internet — to display personalised advertisements.
Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalised advertising at any time by visiting: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
For more information about how Google uses data from sites that use its services, please visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
📌 Key Facts About Our Advertising
- Advertisements are served by Google — we do not directly control which specific ads appear on our pages
- We never let advertisers access your personal data — all advertising data is handled entirely by Google in accordance with their own privacy policies
- Contextual ads may appear based on the content of the page you are reading (e.g., job-related ads on job listing pages)
- Personalised ads may be served if you have not opted out of personalised advertising through Google’s settings
- Advertising revenue supports the free operation of this platform — we appreciate your understanding
Opt Out of Personalised Google Advertising
You can opt out of personalised advertising from Google at any time. Visit Google Ads Settings at google.com/settings/ads to manage your ad preferences. You can also use the NAI opt-out tool at networkadvertising.org to opt out of network advertising cookies.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, provided by Google LLC, to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects anonymous usage data to help us improve our content, layout, and user experience.
- What it collects: Pages visited, time spent on the site, bounce rate, geographic location (country/city level), device and browser type, traffic sources
- What it does NOT collect: It does not collect your name, email address, or any information that identifies you personally
- IP anonymisation: We have enabled IP anonymisation in Google Analytics — your full IP address is never stored
- Data retention: Analytics data is retained for a maximum of 26 months before being automatically deleted
Opt Out of Google Analytics
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visit by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Third-Party Links & External Websites
Our website contains links to external websites — including employer websites, recruitment portals, social media platforms, and job application pages. These links are provided for your convenience and information.
Important Notice About External Links
Qatar Job Updates has no control over the content or privacy practices of external websites. Once you leave our website by clicking an external link, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We strongly recommend that you read the privacy policy of any external website you visit before providing any personal information. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party sites.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.
| Type of Data | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Email newsletter subscriptions | Until you unsubscribe | Required to continue sending job alerts you requested |
| Email enquiries and messages | Up to 12 months | For reference and to respond to follow-up questions |
| Google Analytics data | Up to 26 months | Standard retention set by Google Analytics |
| Technical / server logs | Up to 30 days | Security and troubleshooting purposes |
You can request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at jobs@qatarjobupdates.org. We will action your request within 30 days.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific legal rights regarding your personal data. We respect and uphold these rights for all users of our platform, regardless of jurisdiction.
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you at any time
Right to Rectification
Ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold
Right to Erasure
Request that we delete your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to Restrict Processing
Ask us to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances
Right to Data Portability
Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object
Object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at jobs@qatarjobupdates.org. We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
Unsubscribe from Job Alerts
If you no longer wish to receive job alerts or newsletters from us, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in any email we send you, or by emailing us directly at jobs@qatarjobupdates.org with the subject line “Unsubscribe”. We will process your request immediately.
Children’s Privacy
Qatar Job Updates is a professional employment information platform intended for adults who are seeking or exploring employment opportunities. Our website is not directed at children under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at jobs@qatarjobupdates.org and we will promptly delete any such information from our records.
Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
- SSL Encryption: Our website uses HTTPS (SSL/TLS encryption) to protect all data transmitted between your browser and our server
- Access Controls: Only authorised members of our team have access to personal data, and only to the extent necessary for their role
- Secure Email Communication: We use reputable, secured email service providers for all subscriber and enquiry communications
- No Storage of Sensitive Data: We do not store any financial information, payment card details, passport data, or other highly sensitive personal information on our systems
- Regular Review: We regularly review our data handling practices to ensure they remain appropriate and proportionate
Important Limitation
While we implement strong security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to or from our website. If you suspect any unauthorised access to your data, please notify us immediately at jobs@qatarjobupdates.org.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or platform features. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- Display a notice on our website to inform users of material changes
- Where appropriate and possible, notify subscribers via email about significant updates
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of Qatar Job Updates after any changes to this policy constitutes your acknowledgment of the updated terms.
Current Version
This Privacy Policy was last reviewed and updated in April 2026. It applies to all visitors and users of https://www.qatarjobupdates.org.
Contact Us About This Privacy Policy
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please do not hesitate to contact us. We take all privacy enquiries seriously and will respond promptly.
- Primary Contact Email: jobs@qatarjobupdates.org
- Alternative Email: qatarjobupdates@gmail.com
- Website: www.qatarjobupdates.org/contact
- Location: Doha, Qatar
- Response Time: Within 30 days for data rights requests; within 24 hours for general enquiries
Have a Privacy Question?
We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. If anything in this policy is unclear or you want to exercise your data rights, reach out to us — we will respond quickly and honestly.
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