Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

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Welcome to CareerLinker. This Privacy Policy is here to explain, in plain English, how this website handles your information, what third-party services are running in the background, and what rights you have as a visitor. Please take a few minutes to read through it — it matters.

By continuing to use CareerLinker, you are agreeing to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

Who Is Behind This Website

CareerLinker is an independently run blog focused on careers, biographies, and net worth content. It is not a company or a registered corporation — it is a personal blog.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, you can reach me directly at: freemanchukwu@careerlinker.com.ng

Definitions

To make this policy as clear as possible, here is what certain terms mean when used throughout this page.

“We”, “us”, “our”, or “I” refers to CareerLinker and the person who runs it.

“You” or “your” refers to you — the person visiting, reading, or interacting with this website.

“Personal data” means any information that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly, such as your name, email address, IP address, or browsing behaviour.

“Third-party services” refers to external platforms and tools used on this site, such as Google Analytics, Google AdSense, social media sharing buttons, and commenting systems.

“Cookies” are small text files stored on your device by your web browser when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit.

What Information Is Collected

CareerLinker does not currently run a contact form, newsletter subscription, or user registration system. This means I do not directly collect your name, email address, or any other personal details at this point in time.

However, certain third-party tools that are active on this site do collect information automatically when you visit. This includes data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, the pages you visit, how long you spend on each page, and where you came from before landing here. This data is collected by the third parties themselves — not by me — and is governed by their own privacy policies.

If features such as a contact form or email newsletter are added in the future, this policy will be updated to reflect that, and you will be notified via this page.

How Information Is Used

The data collected through third-party services on this site is used for the following general purposes:

To understand how visitors interact with the blog, so the content and user experience can be improved over time. To serve relevant adverts through Google AdSense based on your interests and browsing behaviour. To analyse traffic patterns and blog performance through Google Analytics. To enable social sharing functionality through social media buttons. To allow readers to leave comments and engage with content through a third-party commenting system.

I do not use any of this data to identify you personally, sell your information to anyone, or contact you without your consent.

Google Services

CareerLinker relies on several Google services. Here is an honest breakdown of each one and what it means for you.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics is a free tool provided by Google that helps website owners understand how their site is being used. When you visit CareerLinker, Google Analytics automatically collects information such as your approximate location, the device and browser you are using, which pages you viewed, and how you arrived at the site.

This data is anonymous and aggregated — it tells me things like “100 people read this article today” but not who those people are.

To learn more about how Google handles this data, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking on all websites, you can install the official browser add-on here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Google AdSense

CareerLinker displays adverts served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies and your browsing history to show adverts that are tailored to your interests. This is known as interest-based or personalised advertising.

I do not control which adverts appear on this site — Google’s automated systems handle that entirely. I also do not have access to any personal data that Google collects for advertising purposes.

To read Google’s full advertising policy, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

To manage your personalised ad settings or opt out of interest-based advertising, visit: https://adssettings.google.com

You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from other participating networks through the Network Advertising Initiative at: https://optout.networkadvertising.org

Google Cookies

Both Google Analytics and Google AdSense place cookies on your device to function properly. These cookies track your visits, help Google understand your browsing habits, and enable the delivery of relevant adverts.

For a full list of the cookies Google uses and a detailed explanation of each, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

Social Media Sharing Buttons

CareerLinker includes social media sharing buttons — for platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and others — to make it easy for readers to share content they enjoy.

These buttons may collect your IP address and information about which page you are viewing, and they may set cookies on your device to function properly. This data is collected directly by the respective social media platforms, not by me.

Please refer to the privacy policies of each social media platform for full details on how they handle your data:

Commenting System

CareerLinker uses a third-party commenting system to allow readers to leave comments on blog posts. When you leave a comment, the commenting platform may collect your name, email address, website URL, IP address, and the content of your comment.

This data is collected and stored by the third-party provider, not by me directly. Please review the privacy policy of the commenting platform for full details on how your information is handled and stored.

I reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments that are abusive, spammy, or inappropriate.

Cookies

In addition to the Google cookies described above, the social media buttons and commenting system on this site also place their own cookies on your device. CareerLinker itself does not set any cookies independently of these third-party tools.

You can manage, restrict, or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Below are guides for the most widely used browsers:

Please be aware that disabling cookies may affect how certain features on this site and other websites behave.

CareerLinker regularly links to external websites for reference, further reading, or sourcing purposes. Once you click away from this site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. I have no control over the content or privacy practices of any external website and I am not responsible for them. I encourage you to read the privacy policy of any website you visit before sharing your personal information with them.

Data Retention

Since CareerLinker does not directly collect personal data at this time, there is no personal data stored on my end. Any data collected by Google, social media platforms, or the commenting system is retained according to their own policies. Please refer to those policies directly for specific retention periods.

If data collection is introduced on this site in the future, this section will be updated with clear information on how long your data is kept and why.

Children’s Privacy

CareerLinker is not directed at children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect any personal data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has submitted personal information through this site or through any of its third-party tools, please contact me immediately at freemanchukwu@careerlinker.com.ng and I will take steps to address it promptly.

Information for Visitors in the European Economic Area — GDPR

If you are visiting this site from within the European Economic Area, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives you specific rights over your personal data. Even though CareerLinker’s primary audience is based in Nigeria and Africa, I respect the rights of all visitors regardless of where they are located.

Under GDPR, you have the right to know what personal data is held about you and how it is used. You have the right to request access to your data, request corrections, and request that your data be deleted. You also have the right to object to how your data is processed and to request that processing be restricted in certain circumstances.

Since the personal data relevant to your visit is held by Google and other third-party services rather than by me directly, I encourage you to use the opt-out and data management tools provided by those services — links to which are included throughout this policy.

For anything else, you can contact me at freemanchukwu@careerlinker.com.ng and I will do my best to assist or direct you appropriately.

For more information about GDPR, visit the official EU resource at: https://gdpr.eu

Information for California Residents — CCPA

If you are a resident of California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) gives you additional rights regarding your personal information.

You have the right to know what categories of personal information are collected about you and for what purpose. You have the right to request access to the specific personal information collected about you. You have the right to request deletion of your personal information. You also have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising any of these rights.

CareerLinker does not sell personal information. Any data collected through third-party tools on this site is managed by those third parties, and you are encouraged to contact them directly using the links provided throughout this policy.

To exercise any of your CCPA rights in relation to this site, please contact me at freemanchukwu@careerlinker.com.ng. I will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

Nigeria Data Protection Act — NDPA

For visitors based in Nigeria, CareerLinker acknowledges and respects the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, which governs the collection, processing, and storage of personal data belonging to Nigerian residents.

In line with this, I am committed to ensuring that any personal data associated with this site — whether collected directly or through third-party tools — is handled lawfully, fairly, and transparently. Data is not collected beyond what is necessary, and it is not used for purposes other than those clearly stated in this policy.

If you have concerns about your data rights under Nigerian law, you can contact the Nigeria Data Protection Commission at: https://ndpc.gov.ng

By using CareerLinker, you consent to this Privacy Policy and the data practices described within it. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please stop using the site.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time — especially as new features or third-party tools are added to CareerLinker. When changes are made, the “last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. I encourage you to check back occasionally so you are always aware of how your information is being handled.

Continued use of CareerLinker after any changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the way your data is handled, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Email: freemanchukwu@careerlinker.com.ng

I will do my best to respond within a reasonable time frame.