Privacy Policy

At UndertheHardhat (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us when you visit underthehardhat.org, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content and services. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined here.

We may collect the following types of information:
      • Personal information that you provide directly, such as your name, email address, job title, company name, or other details you choose to share when subscribing to our newsletter, filling out forms, or contacting us.
      • Usage information that is collected automatically, including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and how you interact with our site.
      • Cookies and tracking data that help us understand site traffic, remember your preferences, and improve your experience.

We use the information we collect to:
      • Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
      • Send newsletters, updates, or other communications you’ve opted into (you can unsubscribe at any time)
      • Respond to your inquiries or requests
      • Analyze site performance and audience engagement through tools such as Google Analytics
      • Customize the content and experience you see on our website
We will never sell your personal information.

We may share information with:
      • Service providers who help us operate our website, deliver emails, and perform analytics (all of whom are required to keep your data secure and confidential)
      • Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

Cookies are small files placed on your device to improve your browsing experience. We use cookies and similar technologies for site functionality, analytics, and personalization.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Our website uses Google Ads and other third-party advertising partners. These partners may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect or receive information from underthehardhat.org and elsewhere on the internet and use that information to provide measurement services and target ads.
      • You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or through tools like the NAI consumer opt-out.
      • For more information on how Google uses data, visit How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While no online platform can be 100% secure, we work to ensure your data is handled responsibly and securely.

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Our website and services are directed toward adults working in the construction industry. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 years of age. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

If you are a resident of California, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These include:
      • Right to know what categories of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and share.
      • Right to delete personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
      • Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
      • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
We do not sell personal information to third parties. We may share limited information with trusted service providers (such as hosting and analytics providers) for business purposes, but this is not considered a sale under California law.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regarding how your personal information is handled. These include:
      • Right of access – You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
      • Right to correction – You can ask us to update or correct your information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
      • Right to deletion – You can ask us to delete your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
      • Right to restrict processing – You can ask us to limit how we use your data.
      • Right to object – You can object to our processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.
      • Right to data portability – You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format and transfer it to another service.
We process personal information from EEA visitors based on:
      • Your consent when you sign up for newsletters or communications (you may withdraw this at any time).
      • Legitimate interests when we use analytics or cookies to improve our site and content.
Since UndertheHardhat is based outside the EEA, your information may be transferred to and stored in countries that do not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. We take reasonable measures to protect your data during these transfers.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
social@hard-hat.org