Staffing Associates Privacy Policy

Last updated: February ’26

1. Introduction

Staffing Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://staffingassociates.com (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a transparent, lawful, and ethical manner.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, submit information through our forms, or interact with our services.

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you may contact us at:

Email: info@staffingassociates.com
Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information You Provide

When you voluntarily submit information through forms on our Site or register for services, we may collect:

  • First and last name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

Submission of this information is required to access certain services.

When users sign up or sign in for services, they also agree to receive text messages as part of that service.

b. Automatically Collected Information (Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to collect non-identifying information about how visitors use our Site, such as:

  • IP address (processed and anonymized where applicable)

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the Site

  • Referring URLs and general usage behavior

This data is used solely to understand website performance and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested services

  • Communicate with users via email or text messaging (with consent)

  • Improve website functionality and performance

  • Analyze site usage and trends through analytics

  • Maintain internal records and operational needs

We do not sell personal information.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you submit forms or agree to communications

  • Legitimate interests – to operate, analyze, and improve the Site

  • Contractual necessity – when providing services you request

You may withdraw consent at any time.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core website functionality

  • Understand how users interact with our Site via Google Analytics

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Site features.

6. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not share personal information with third parties except:

  • Service providers necessary to operate the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics)

  • When required by law or legal process

Analytics data collected via Google Analytics is processed in accordance with Google’s privacy practices.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Users may request deletion of their personal information at any time.

8. Your Privacy Rights

a. GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

b. CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected

  • Request deletion of personal information

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

  • Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights

Staffing Associates does not sell personal information.

Requests can be made by contacting us using the details above.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:

Email: info@staffingassociates.com
Website: https://staffingassociates.com
Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA

13. SMS Privacy Policy

This section of our Privacy Policy explains how we collect SMS data (phone), use, and protect information related to our text messaging communications.

By submitting your phone number and registering for services, you consent to receive text messages related to your account or services. Message frequency may vary. Standard messaging rates may apply.

You may opt out of text messages at any time by following the instructions provided in the message or by contacting us directly.

Information We Collect

When you opt to receive SMS messages from us, we may collect:

  • Your mobile phone number
  • Your name (if provided)
  • Message content and interaction data (such as delivery confirmations and responses)

How We Use Your Information

We use SMS communications to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide service-related updates
  • Send appointment reminders, job opportunities, or important business notifications

Messages may be sent using an automated system or manually by our team.

Consent

By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from [Staffing Associates Executive Recruiting Network.
Message and data rates may apply.
Message frequency may vary.

Opt-Out

You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.
To request help, reply HELP or contact us at:

  • Phone: (864) 542-0039
  • Email: team@staffingassoicates.com

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile number or SMS consent with third parties for marketing purposes.
Your information may be shared only with trusted service providers who assist in delivering SMS messages and are required to keep your information confidential.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this SMS Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy, please contact:
Staffing Associates Executive Recruiting Network
team@staffingassoicates.com
(864) 542-0039