Effective Date: August 5, 2025

Career Consulted Co (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or use our professional development services.

By accessing our website or submitting your information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


1. Who We Are

Career Consulted Co is a nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals grow professionally through services like resume writing, career coaching, LinkedIn optimization, and interview preparation. Our website is used to share information, connect with clients, and process service requests and transactions.


2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to improve your experience and provide our services effectively. The types of data we collect include:

a) Personal Information

We collect personal information when you:

  • Fill out a contact form

  • Book a consultation

  • Sign up for a service or package

  • Make a purchase through our site

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

This may include:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Company or employment information (if provided)

  • Resume or other uploaded documents (if applicable)

b) Payment Information

Payments made through our site are processed using third-party payment processors (e.g., WooCommerce with PayPal or Stripe). We do not store your credit/debit card details on our servers. These transactions are encrypted and handled securely in accordance with industry standards.

c) Technical and Usage Data

When you use our website, we may automatically collect information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on site

  • Referring URLs

This data is collected using cookies and Google Analytics and is anonymized for usage and performance insights.

d) Google reCAPTCHA

To protect our forms from spam and abuse, we use Google reCAPTCHA, which may collect data such as your IP address, browser characteristics, and interaction patterns. This is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage our services

  • To communicate with you about your consultation, booking, or inquiry

  • To send confirmations, updates, invoices, and receipts

  • To process payments securely

  • To improve our website’s usability and customer experience

  • To respond to questions or service-related issues

  • To send marketing communications (only with your explicit consent)

  • To analyze performance and monitor website traffic trends


4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Your consent (e.g., when you subscribe to emails)

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., delivering services you purchased)

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Our legitimate interest in improving our services and site experience


5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information with:

  • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, CRM systems)

  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

  • Analytics and performance monitoring tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

All third-party partners are required to treat your information securely and in compliance with applicable laws.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time.


7. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure servers and firewalls

  • Access restrictions for personnel handling sensitive data

  • Regular security audits and software updates


8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website functionality

  • Analyze website usage

  • Personalize your experience

  • Remember your preferences

You can manage cookie settings in your browser and opt out of certain tracking tools, including Google Analytics, by using browser add-ons.


9. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct or update inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict data processing

  • Receive a copy of your data (data portability)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.


10. Children’s Privacy

Career Consulted Co does not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from individuals under the age of 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will delete it as soon as possible.


11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.


12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most current version will always be posted on our website with the effective date. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.


13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Career Consulted Co
Email: kbrown2@careerconsultedco.com
Phone: +1 (317) 316-8311
Address: 9783 e 116th st. Fishers IN 46037