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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

At TeacherXchange, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our website or related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal information: Full name, email address, contact number, and employment details.

  • Employment verification details: Proof of government employment, school name, and location preferences.

  • Usage data: Information about how you use our website, such as login times, activity logs, and browser type.

This information is collected through online forms, registration submissions, and cookies (to improve site functionality).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Verify your employment status and eligibility for transfers.

  • Create and manage your TeacherXchange profile.

  • Facilitate introductions and correspondence with verified teacher matches.

  • Notify you about potential transfer opportunities and relevant updates.

  • Improve our website and services.

We only collect information necessary for these purposes and will never use it for unrelated activities.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

  • Other verified teachers (for matching purposes).

  • Partner schools or education departments (for job opportunities).

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. Any data shared is done securely and only for legitimate facilitation purposes.

4. Data Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Access to personal information is restricted to authorized TeacherXchange personnel and verified partners only.

While we take every precaution, no system is completely secure. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

5. Your Rights

Under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data.

  • Correct or update inaccurate information.

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or service-related retention requirements).

  • Withdraw consent for data processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@teacherxchange.co.za.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services.
Once your subscription ends or your account is deleted, your personal information will be securely removed within a reasonable period, unless required by law to retain it.

7. Minors

TeacherXchange does not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 18.
If you believe a minor’s information has been submitted, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website, and continued use of the platform indicates acceptance of any updates.

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