Privacy Policy

Introduction

Clareo and its affiliated entities (collectively, “Clareo” or “we” or “us”) respect your personal information and privacy. This Privacy Policy applies to the websites, tradenames, mobile websites, applications, and other online and digital services to which this Privacy Policy is posted (collectively, the “Digital Services”), including but not limited to www.clareo.com, and the “Clareo” and “Clareo Partners” trademarks.

Please read our Privacy Policy carefully to ensure you understand how we collect, use, and under what circumstances we share information about you. By visiting the Digital Services or by submitting information to us in a manner governed by this Privacy Policy, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the Digital Services following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, do not use the Digital Services.

Collection and Use of Information

Personal Information

Clareo may collect personally identifiable information ("PII") from you on or through the Digital Services, but only if you voluntarily submit such information. For example, we may collect PII when you respond to a survey, fill out a contact form, apply for employment, or engage with other activities, services, features, or resources available on the Digital Services. PII that may be collected includes, but is not limited to, your:

• Name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Title or occupation
• Employer
• Telephone number

Additional types of PII that may be collected include, but are not limited to:

• Username and password, work authorization status, contact information, employment history, educational background, salary history, and any information submitted in connection with an employment application.
• Content shared by you, such as a job description.
• Data or other content stored in the context of utilizing any of the Digital Services, and any associated PII.

You may refuse to supply PII, but this may prevent you from engaging in certain activities on the Digital Services.

Use of PII

PII is used for the purpose for which it was collected and for administrative and analytical purposes, including:

• Providing services or information you have requested.
• Running surveys or features of the Digital Services.
• Managing your account and responding to inquiries.
• Recruiting candidates for employment.
• Operating, evaluating, and improving our business (e.g., developing new products/services, managing communications, optimizing advertising).
• Sending you information and communications you have agreed to receive.
• Monitoring and analyzing trends, usage, and activities in connection with the Digital Services.
• Investigating and preventing fraudulent transactions, unauthorized access, and illegal activities.
• Personalizing the Digital Services by providing features or advertisements that match your interests.
• Complying with industry standards and our policies.

You may withdraw consent to receive advertising or promotional emails by clicking "unsubscribe" within the email or contacting us.

Information from Children

The Digital Services are meant for adults. We do not knowingly collect PII from children under 18. If you are under 18, do not use the Digital Services or submit information to us. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 18 has provided us with PII, please contact us.

Other Information

“Other Information” refers to data that does not reveal an individual's identity, such as:

• Browser and device information
• App usage data
• Information collected through cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies
• Demographic data and other anonymous information
• Aggregated information that no longer reveals an individual’s identity

If required by law, we may treat Other Information as PII.

Collection of Other Information

We and our service providers may collect Other Information in various ways, including:

• Through a browser or device: Collecting technical data like MAC address, screen resolution, operating system, etc.
• Using cookies: Cookies allow us to gather information about browser type, time spent on the Digital Services, pages visited, etc. You may adjust cookie settings on your browser.
• Using pixel tags and similar technologies: These track user actions, measure marketing campaign success, and gather statistical usage data.
• Analytics: We use services like Google Analytics to collect information about usage trends on the Digital Services. Learn more at Google’s privacy policy.

Accessing and Updating PII

Some Digital Services allow you to set up an account and update your PII. You may also contact us to modify your PII.

Opt-Out Choices

Emails

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the "unsubscribe" instructions in the email or contacting us.

Interest-Based Advertising

Clareo does not currently engage in interest-based behavioral advertising on the Digital Services.

How We Protect Your Information

We maintain safeguards to protect your PII, though we cannot guarantee its complete security. Use caution when online, and do not share passwords. Contact us if you become aware of unauthorized password use.

Sharing Your Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your PII to third parties for marketing purposes, though we may share it with affiliates or service providers under the terms outlined in this policy.

• Affiliates: Clareo may share PII with its subsidiaries or affiliates.
• Service Providers: Clareo may disclose PII to third-party providers for business operations.
• Enforcement of Rights: We reserve the right to release PII when required by law, or to protect our rights, property, or users.
• Reorganization or Sale: If Clareo is merged or reorganized, PII may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Your California Privacy Rights

California residents may request information regarding the PII shared with other businesses for direct marketing purposes once per calendar year. Contact us to request your California privacy information.

Third-Party Services

This Privacy Policy does not address third-party services linked to the Digital Services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.

Retention Period

We will retain PII as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected. Criteria for retention include legal obligations, ongoing relationships, and legal considerations like statutes of limitations.

Consent for Data Transfer

By providing PII, you consent to its transfer, processing, and storage in the United States.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

Clareo reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted with the revised "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, contact us at:

Email: privacy@clareo.com
Address: Clareo, 20 N Wacker Dr, Suite 2230, Chicago, IL 60606