1. Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how Ironside Safety Works, Inc. (“Ironside,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, stores, and protects information in connection with our website, online forms, scheduling and communications tools, and related online services that link to or reference this Policy (collectively, the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy.

This Policy applies to information we process from: (i) business contacts and client representatives; (ii) job applicants and independent contractors; and (iii) visitors to the Site. This Policy does not govern information processed pursuant to separate written contracts with clients where a different privacy or confidentiality arrangement is expressly agreed.

2. Definitions

• Personal Information means information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked to an identified or identifiable natural person.
• Processing means any operation performed on information, such as collection, recording, organization, storage, alteration, retrieval, use, disclosure, or deletion.
• Service Providers means third parties retained to perform services on our behalf and subject to confidentiality and security obligations (e.g., hosting, CRM, communications, analytics, payment processing).
• Applicable Law means U.S. federal and state laws that apply to our operations and your use of the Site, including the laws of the State of Michigan.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Identifiers and Contact Details: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, company/organization, job title.
• Professional/Employment-Related Information: resume/CV data, work history, certifications, licensing, eligibility to work, interview notes, scheduling details.
• Commercial and Transaction Information: records of inquiries, proposals, or services requested or provided; billing or invoicing information you supply.
• Internet/Network Activity: IP address, device and browser type, operating system, referring/exit pages, timestamps, pages viewed, and interactions with Site features collected via cookies, pixels, and similar technologies.
• Geolocation Data: approximate location inferred from IP address.
• Communications Content: content of messages you send us via forms, email, SMS, or scheduling/communications tools.

4. Sources of Information

• Directly from you when you submit forms, schedule, apply to opportunities, or communicate with us.
• Automatically through cookies, pixels, log files, and analytics when you use the Site.
• Third parties such as Service Providers (e.g., communications, analytics, and payment vendors) and, where applicable, publicly available sources or client referrals.

5. Purposes of Processing

We Process Personal Information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: to operate the Site; respond to inquiries; evaluate and process job applications and contractor onboarding; schedule calls and interviews; provide requested information and services.
• Communications: to send service-related messages, confirmations, alerts, and administrative notices; to send marketing communications where permitted by law and subject to your choices.
• Business Operations: to maintain records; manage leads, pipelines, and opportunities; perform analytics; improve the Site and our offerings; ensure security and prevent fraud or misuse.
• Legal/Compliance: to comply with Applicable Law, enforce our Terms, and protect our rights, users, and the public.

6. SMS and Email Consent

By submitting a form, job application, or scheduling request on the Site, you expressly consent to receive emails, calls, and text (SMS/MMS) messages from us at the contact information you provide for the limited purposes of responding to your inquiry, coordinating interviews or services, and sharing relevant opportunities or updates. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. You may opt out at any time by using the unsubscribe link in emails, replying “STOP” to text messages, or contacting us at
info@ironsidesafetyworks.com.

7. Legal Bases (if required by your jurisdiction)

Where a legal basis is required, we rely on one or more of the following:

• Consent (e.g., for certain marketing communications and cookies, where required);
• Contractual necessity (e.g., to respond to your requests or perform pre-contractual measures at your request);
• Legitimate interests (e.g., to secure and improve the Site, manage communications and operations, and prevent fraud);
• Legal obligations (e.g., to comply with applicable retention or reporting duties).

8. Disclosures of Information

We do not sell Personal Information. We may disclose Personal Information as follows:

• Service Providers: to vendors that host, maintain, or support the Site; provide CRM/communications, analytics, scheduling, payment processing, or security services; or otherwise assist our operations, under appropriate contractual safeguards.
• Business Transitions: in connection with a merger, acquisition, corporate reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality obligations.
• Legal/Compliance: to courts, regulators, law enforcement, or other parties when required by law or necessary to protect rights, safety, or property.
• Aggregated/De-Identified Data: we may use or share information that is not reasonably capable of identifying you.

9. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies to operate and secure the Site, understand usage, and improve performance and content. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. If required by law, we will present a notice or obtain consent for certain cookies or tracking. Some features may not function properly without cookies.

Do Not Track: the Site does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals. You may use browser or platform tools to limit certain tracking.

10. Data Retention

We retain Personal Information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including to meet legal, regulatory, tax, accounting, or reporting requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When retention is no longer necessary, we will delete or de-identify the information consistent with Applicable Law.

11. Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Information under our control. However, no security program or method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. International Transfers

Our Service Providers may store or process information in jurisdictions other than your own. Where required by law, we implement appropriate safeguards (such as contractual protections) for cross-border transfers.

13. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your Personal Information; to object to or restrict certain Processing; and to withdraw consent where Processing is based on consent. You may also opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise rights or make a request, contact us at
info@ironsidesafetyworks.com. We may need to verify your identity before responding. We will respond within the time periods required by Applicable Law.

14. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

15. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

16. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. The “Last Updated” date indicates when this Policy was last revised. Material changes will be effective upon posting to the Site unless otherwise stated.

17. Contact Us

18. Michigan Notice; Governing Law

This Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. You may also have additional rights under other state privacy laws depending on your residency; we will honor such rights as required by Applicable Law.

Note: This Policy is intended to be consistent with U.S. privacy principles and does not constitute legal advice. You should review this Policy periodically and contact us with any questions.