PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 01/30/2025
Last Updated: 09/30/2025

Welcome to BLUEBRIDGE STAFFING ("Company", "we", "our", or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) for users in California and Canada.

By interacting with our website, engaging with our services, or providing us with your personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


1. WHO THIS POLICY APPLIES TO

This policy applies to:

- Clients who engage us to provide virtual assistants or temporary workers

- Job seekers/candidates who apply for roles through our agency

- Website visitors who browse or interact with our online content


2. WHAT INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect personal and business-related information in several categories:

A. Identifying Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Business name (if applicable)

Job title

B. Employment & Candidate Information

Resume and CV

Work history

Skills and certifications

Availability and preferences

References

C. Client Information

Business contact information

Job descriptions and staffing needs

Notes from consultation calls

Payment-related details (collected offline only, through agreements or invoicing systems)

D. Technical and Usage Information

IP address

Browser type

Device type

Pages visited and time on site

Referring URLs

Facebook Pixel tracking data for remarketing and analytics


3. HOW WE COLLECT YOUR INFORMATION

We collect information through the following channels:

Direct communication (e.g., phone, email, contact forms)

Job application forms (online or offline)

Resume/CV submissions

Facebook Pixel and website analytics

Agreements/contracts with clients

We do not collect payment details directly through our website.


4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the personal data collected for legitimate business purposes, including:

For Job Candidates:

To evaluate your qualifications and suitability for specific roles

To match you with client opportunities

To contact you about job openings or interviews

To verify references or work eligibility (if applicable)

For Clients:

To understand your business and staffing requirements

To propose suitable candidates

To manage invoicing and payment (via offline platforms)

For All Users:

To improve our services and website functionality

For analytics and marketing optimization using Facebook Pixel

To respond to inquiries or support requests

To comply with applicable laws or legal obligations


5. LAWFUL BASES FOR PROCESSING (For Canadian Users)

Under PIPEDA, we process personal data with consent or where there is a legitimate interest. We collect only the information necessary for stated purposes and retain it only as long as needed.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting [email protected].


6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website uses the Facebook Pixel, which may track:

Which pages you visit

Conversion events (e.g., clicking on a CTA or completing a form)

Device, browser, and IP address

This data may be used to:

Deliver targeted ads to you on Facebook/Instagram

Measure marketing effectiveness

To manage or block cookies, adjust your browser settings. You can also manage ad preferences directly on platforms like Facebook.


7. DATA SHARING AND THIRD PARTIES

We may share your data with:

Facebook (via Pixel) – for analytics and remarketing

Cloud storage or email providers – for secure communication

Invoicing and CRM platforms – used for managing client accounts

Recruitment platforms – only with your consent, for staffing purposes

We do not sell personal information to any third party. All third-party service providers are contractually required to protect your data in compliance with relevant laws.


8. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR DATA

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards including:

Secure servers and access controls

Regular backups and encryption

Limited employee access to personal data

Staff confidentiality agreements

Despite these measures, no system is 100% secure. We encourage users to take precautions when sharing sensitive information.


9. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER CCPA (CALIFORNIA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what categories of personal data we collect and why

Access your personal information

Delete your personal information (with some exceptions)

Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will verify your identity before processing requests.


10. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER PIPEDA (CANADA)

If you are in Canada, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you

Request corrections

Withdraw consent (where applicable)

File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

To make a request, contact: [email protected]


11. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information:

For as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above

As required by legal or regulatory obligations

For historical or business record-keeping (with safeguards)

You may request deletion of your data unless we are legally required to retain it.


12. INTERNATIONAL USERS

If you are located outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or Canada. By submitting your information, you consent to this transfer in accordance with this policy.


13. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 16 years of age. If we learn that personal data has been collected from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it.


14. UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Material changes may be communicated directly if necessary.


15. CONTACT US

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

BLUEBRIDGE STAFFING
Email: [email protected]