TalentBridge, Inc. SMS Privacy Policy

1 Introduction

TalentBridge, Inc. ("TalentBridge," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information when individuals visit our website, apply for employment opportunities, request staffing services, communicate with our recruiters, subscribe to our newsletters, receive marketing communications, or otherwise interact with TalentBridge.

As a staffing and recruitment organization, TalentBridge processes information relating to job candidates, clients, prospective employers, business partners, website visitors, and other users. We are committed to handling this information responsibly and in accordance with applicable California privacy laws.

This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with all applicable federal and state privacy regulations, including but not limited to provisions of:

California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

By accessing or using our website or submitting your information to TalentBridge, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2 Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through:

TalentBridge website
Contact forms
Job application forms
Employer inquiry forms
Company inquiry forms
Partner inquiry forms
Candidates’ resume submission forms
TalentBridge Newsletter subscriptions
Book a Demo requests
Candidate recruitment services
SMS communications
Email communications
Online advertising campaigns
Website cookies and tracking technologies
Telephone communications related to our services
TalentBridge social media channels

This Privacy Policy also applies to information collected during the recruitment, hiring, staffing, placement, and client engagement process.

3 Information We Collect

TalentBridge may collect personal information directly from you, automatically through your interaction with our website, or from third-party sources involved in the recruitment process.

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect the following categories of information.

Personal Identifiers

First name
Last name
Email address
Mobile number
Mailing address
City, State, ZIP Code
Date of birth (where legally permitted)
Username or account credentials
Government-issued identification (when required for employment verification)

Professional Information

When applying for employment opportunities, we may collect:

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover letter
Employment history
Education history
Certifications
Professional licenses
Skills
Industry
References
Salary expectations
Preferred employment type
Work authorization status
Availability
Interview notes
Background verification information (where legally permitted)

Employer Information

If you represent an employer or business, we may collect:

Company name
Business email
Business phone number
Company address
Industry type, size
Job requirements
Hiring preferences
Staffing requirements
Billing information (where applicable)

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Operating system
Device information
Pages visited
Referring website
Session duration
Search terms
Clickstream data
Cookie identifiers
General geographic location
Website performance information

This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies described in our Cookie Policy.

Marketing Information

If you subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications, we may collect:

Email address
Communication preferences
Marketing consent
Newsletter subscription status
Campaign interaction history
Email open rates
Link clicks
Form submissions

SMS Communications

Where permitted by law and with your consent, TalentBridge may collect information relating to SMS communications, including:

Mobile phone number
Message content
Delivery confirmations
Message preferences
Opt-in and opt-out status
Time and date of communications

SMS communications may be used for:

Job opportunities
Interview reminders
Application updates
Staffing communications
Customer service
Account notifications

Recruitment Information

As part of our staffing services, we may collect:

Candidate profiles
Employment preferences
Skills assessments
Recruiter notes
Interview feedback
Client evaluations
Placement history
Employment eligibility documentation
Background screening results (where authorized)

4 How We Collect Information

We collect information in several ways, including:

Information You Provide

You may voluntarily provide information when you:

Apply for employment
Upload your resume
Complete online forms
Contact TalentBridge
Request staffing services
Subscribe to newsletters
Book a consultation
Register for events
Request information
Communicate with our recruiters

Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information through:

Cookies
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Meta Pixel
SEMrush
Brevo
Server logs
Browser technologies

This information helps us improve website functionality, understand visitor behavior, optimize marketing campaigns, and enhance user experience.

Information from Third Parties

TalentBridge may receive information from:

Clients seeking candidates
Employment references
Background screening providers
Public professional profiles (such as LinkedIn)
Job boards
Recruitment platforms
Business partners
Publicly available sources

We use this information solely for legitimate recruitment, staffing, and business purposes.

5 How We Use Personal Information

TalentBridge uses personal information only for legitimate business, recruitment, staffing, customer service, security, and legal purposes.

We may use your information to:

Match candidates with employment opportunities.
Evaluate qualifications for current and future positions.
Communicate regarding job opportunities, interviews, and placement status.
Respond to inquiries and support requests.
Deliver staffing and recruitment services to employers.
Improve our website, services, and user experience.
Personalize website content and communications.
Send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications where permitted.
Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Maintain website security and prevent fraud.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
Protect the rights, property, and safety of TalentBridge, our clients, candidates, and the public.

We do not use personal information for purposes that are incompatible with those described in this Privacy Policy without providing appropriate notice where required by law.

6 Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information

Where applicable, TalentBridge processes personal information based on one or more of the following lawful business purposes:

Your consent.
Performance of a contract or employment-related relationship.
Compliance with legal obligations.
Legitimate business interests, including recruitment, staffing, website administration, customer service, analytics, and fraud prevention.
Protection of legal rights and business operations.

7 How We Share Personal Information

TalentBridge does not sell personal information for monetary consideration.

We may disclose personal information only when necessary to operate our business or provide our services.

Information may be shared with the following categories of recipients:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors who assist us in operating our business, including providers of:

Website hosting
Cloud storage
Analytics
Email communications
SMS messaging
Customer support
Information technology services
Security monitoring
Marketing services

These providers are contractually required to safeguard personal information and may use it only for authorized business purposes.

Employers and Clients

Candidate information may be shared with employers or clients solely for recruitment, staffing, and hiring purposes.

Information shared may include:

Resume
Professional qualifications
Employment history
Skills
Certifications
Interview feedback
Other employment-related information necessary for evaluating a candidate.

Professional Advisors

We may disclose information to:

Attorneys
Auditors
Accountants
Consultants

where necessary for legitimate business or legal purposes.

Government Authorities

TalentBridge may disclose information when required by law or when necessary to:

Respond to subpoenas.
Comply with legal obligations.
Protect public safety.
Investigate fraud.
Prevent unlawful activity.
Protect our legal rights.

Business Transfers

If TalentBridge is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, financing transaction, or corporate restructuring, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable legal protections.

8 Information We Do Not Sell

TalentBridge currently does not:

Sell personal information.
Sell candidate information.
Sell client information.
Sell marketing information.
Share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

If these practices change in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy and provide any notices or choices required by applicable law.

9 Candidate Privacy

TalentBridge recognizes the importance of protecting candidate information throughout the recruitment process.

Candidate information is collected solely to:

Evaluate employment opportunities.
Match candidates with appropriate positions.
Coordinate interviews.
Communicate application status.
Verify qualifications.
Conduct reference checks.
Complete onboarding where applicable.

Candidate information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill recruitment and legal obligations unless a longer retention period is required by law.

10 Employer Information

When employers engage TalentBridge, we may collect information including:

Company name
Business address
Contact person
Job requirements
Hiring preferences
Business email
Telephone number
Staffing requests

Employer information is used exclusively for providing staffing, recruitment, consulting, and related business services.

11 SMS Communications

Where permitted by law and with your consent, TalentBridge may communicate with candidates, clients, and employers through SMS.

SMS communications may include:

Employment opportunity/interest inquiries
Interview reminders
Application updates
Employment opportunities
Account notifications
Customer support messages
Appointment confirmations/calendar invites

Recipients may opt out of SMS communications at any time by following the instructions included in the message or by contacting TalentBridge directly.

Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

12 Email Marketing

Individuals who subscribe to TalentBridge newsletters or marketing communications may receive:

Industry news
Employment opportunities
Company announcements
Staffing insights
Event invitations
Marketing promotions

Recipients may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in marketing emails or by contacting TalentBridge.

TalentBridge honors unsubscribe requests in accordance with applicable law.

13 Data Retention

TalentBridge retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

Provide recruitment services.
Maintain business relationships.
Fulfill contractual obligations.
Comply with legal requirements.
Resolve disputes.
Enforce agreements.
Protect business interests.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information collected, applicable legal requirements, and operational needs.

When information is no longer required, TalentBridge will securely delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of the information in accordance with our data retention practices.

14 International Data Transfers

TalentBridge is headquartered in the United States.

If you access our website from outside the United States, your personal information may be transferred to, processed, and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.

By using our website or submitting your information, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

15 Data Security

TalentBridge maintains administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, misuse, or destruction.

Our security measures may include:

Encryption of data during transmission where appropriate.
Secure hosting environments.
Firewall and network protection.
Role-based access controls.
Authentication and password protection.
Employee confidentiality obligations.
Continuous monitoring of systems.
Security assessments and vulnerability management.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, TalentBridge cannot guarantee absolute security.

16 Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect.
Request access to your personal information.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of your personal information.
Request a copy of your personal information.
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Opt out of certain marketing communications.
Update your contact preferences.

TalentBridge will respond to valid requests in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

17 California Privacy Rights (CCPA & CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you may have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

Right to Know

You may request information regarding:

The categories of personal information we collect.
The sources from which we collect personal information.
The business purposes for collecting personal information.
The categories of third parties with whom we share personal information.
The specific pieces of personal information we maintain about you.

Right to Delete

You may request that TalentBridge delete personal information we have collected about you, subject to applicable legal exceptions.

Right to Correct

You may request correction of inaccurate personal information maintained by TalentBridge.

Right to Access

You may request access to personal information maintained about you.

Right to Non-Discrimination

TalentBridge will not discriminate against individuals for exercising any privacy rights provided under applicable California law.

Right to Opt Out

TalentBridge does not currently sell personal information or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

If our practices change in the future, we will provide any required opt-out mechanisms in accordance with applicable law.

18 Exercising Your Privacy Rights

To submit a privacy request, please contact us using one of the following methods:

Phone: 1-800-390-4098

Email: inquiry@talentbridge.com

Mail:

TalentBridge, Inc.

6100 Fairview Road, Suite 1220

Charlotte, North Carolina 28210

United States

Before processing certain requests, TalentBridge may verify your identity to protect your personal information and prevent unauthorized disclosure.

We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

19 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

TalentBridge uses cookies and similar technologies to:

Operate our website.
Remember user preferences.
Improve website functionality.
Analyze visitor behavior.
Measure advertising performance.
Enhance user experience.
Support website security.

For more information regarding our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

20 Do Not Track (DNT)

Certain web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" ("DNT") feature that allows users to communicate their privacy preferences.

Currently, there is no universally accepted standard governing DNT signals.

As a result, TalentBridge does not respond differently to browser-based DNT signals. Users may instead manage tracking preferences through our Cookie Banner and browser privacy settings.

21 Children's Privacy

TalentBridge's website and services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age or otherwise legally eligible to seek employment.

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information promptly.

Parents or legal guardians who believe a child has provided personal information should contact us immediately.

22 Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

TalentBridge is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

23 Changes to this Privacy Policy

TalentBridge may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

Changes in applicable laws.
Business operations.
Website functionality.
Recruitment services.
Security practices.

When material changes are made, the "Last Updated" date at the beginning of this Privacy Policy will be revised.

Where required by law, we will provide additional notice before material changes become effective.

24 Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

TalentBridge, Inc.