Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Golen Recruiting ("we," "us," or "our") collects information you voluntarily provide when using our website at golenrecruiting.com. This includes:

  • For Job Seekers: Name, email address, phone number, resume/CV files, desired role, salary expectations, skills, years of experience, and LinkedIn profile URL.
  • For Employers: Company name, contact name, email address, phone number, position details, salary ranges, and job descriptions.
  • Contact Form: Name, email address, phone number, and message content.
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers or payment details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To match job seekers with relevant employment opportunities
  • To connect employers with qualified candidates
  • To process payments for resume submissions
  • To communicate with you about opportunities or services
  • To improve our services and website

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. Your resume and profile data will only be shared with potential employers with your explicit consent. We may share information with:

  • Employers: Only with your permission, to facilitate job matching
  • Payment Processors: Stripe processes payments on our behalf
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process

4. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies for analytics purposes (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights (CCPA)

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

  • Know what personal information we collect about you
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

8. Third-Party Services

Our website uses third-party services including Stripe for payment processing and potentially Google Analytics for website analytics. These services have their own privacy policies.

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact us at: brian@golenrecruiting.com