Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 15, 2024 

WRgould & Associates, or WRG&A (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose your information, and your choices regarding your data. 

Scope of this Privacy Policy 

This Privacy Policy applies to WRG&A’s websites, online marketing tools, and platforms, including the WRG&A mobile and desktop applications (collectively, the “Services”), and websites, including WRG&A.co and Field Services (collectively, the “Websites”). It also covers other interactions you may have with WRG&A, such as customer service inquiries and participation in user conferences. You agree to the terms outlined in this policy by using our Services. 

This policy does not apply to third-party applications or software that integrate with the Services through the WRG&A platform (“Third-Party Services”), or to any other third-party products, services, or businesses. 

Information We Collect 

WRG&A collects and receives several types of data, including: 

1. Client Data: Information submitted by clients (individuals or organizations) when using our Services. 
2. Other Information: Additional data collected, generated, or received, such as: 
3. Account Information: Details such as email addresses, phone numbers, passwords, and billing information provided to create or update accounts. 
4. Usage Information: Metadata generated during interactions with our Services, including IP addresses, browser types, and settings. 
5. Device Information: Data about the devices accessing our Services, including device types and operating systems. 
6. Location Information: GPS coordinates and other location data, if enabled. 
7. Third-Party Services: Data shared by providers of integrated Third-Party Services. 
8. Contact Information: Imported data like address books from devices or APIs, with user consent. 
9. Recruiting Information: Data collected as part of the recruitment process, including resumes, cover letters, employment history, education, interview notes, and references. This information may be obtained directly from candidates or from third parties, such as recruitment agencies or background check providers. 
10. Third-Party Data: Information received from partners, affiliates, and other sources to enhance our services. 
11. Additional Information: Data received from website submissions, focus groups, contests, job applications, or interactions with our social media. 
12. No mobile information is shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes except as specified. 

Use of Information 

Client Data is used according to client instructions, applicable terms in the client agreement, and legal requirements. WRG&A acts as a processor, while the client is the data controller. 

WRG&A uses Other Information to: 

1. Provide, update, and maintain our Services and Websites. 
2. Communicate with users and respond to inquiries. 
3. Develop and improve features, tools, and additional functionalities. 
4. Send administrative and marketing communications, subject to user preferences. 
5. Manage billing, accounting, and administrative tasks. 
6. Investigate and prevent security issues. 
7. Conduct recruitment and hiring processes, including evaluating candidates, conducting interviews, and communicating with applicants. This includes using recruitment information to improve our hiring processes and to comply with applicable employment laws. 
8. Aggregated or de-identified data may be used for any business purpose. 

Data Retention 

WRG&A retains client data as per client instructions and legal requirements. 

Sharing and Disclosure of Information 

WRG&A may share and disclose Information as follows: 

1. Client Instructions: According to client consent and legal requirements. 
2. Client Access: Authorized client personnel may access and manage Information. 
3. Third-Party Providers and Partners: To support our business operations, including service providers that assist with recruitment, such as applicant tracking systems, background check providers, and recruitment agencies. 
4. Corporate Affiliates: Sharing with parent and subsidiary entities. 
5. Business Changes: During mergers, acquisitions, or similar transactions. 
6. Aggregated or De-identified Data: For business and research purposes. 
7. Legal Compliance: As required by law. 
8. Protective Measures: To enforce rights and prevent fraud or safety issues. 
9. Recruitment and Employment: With relevant stakeholders involved in the hiring process, including hiring managers and HR personnel. We may also share recruitment information with third parties involved in recruitment, such as background check providers or recruitment agencies. 

Security 

WRG&A takes the security of your data seriously and employs measures to protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. 

Cookies and Similar Technologies 

We use cookies and similar technologies to authenticate users, track information, and improve our websites. Users can control cookie settings through their browser. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality. 

Changes to this Privacy Policy 

WRG&A may update this Privacy Policy as laws and services evolve. Changes will be posted on this page, and significant changes may be communicated through email or the Services. 

Your Rights Under U.S. State Privacy Laws 

Consumers residing in various U.S. states may have specific rights under applicable state privacy laws. These rights may include the ability to access, correct, delete, and limit the sharing of personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at dataprivacy@wrgould.com.

Contacting WRG&A 

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us at dataprivacy@wrgould.com or at our mailing address: 

166 Geary St 15th FL #1276, San Francisco, CA 94108