Effective date: January 28, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Harborline Partners (“Harborline,” “we,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you visit www.harborline-partners.com (the “Site”) or contact us.
This policy is intended to provide a clear reference for clients and candidates. It is not legal advice.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you choose to provide and limited information collected automatically.
Information you provide
Depending on how you interact with the Site, we may collect: – Contact information (such as name, email address, phone number if provided) – Professional information (such as resume/CV, work history, education, certifications, role preferences) – Hiring request information (such as company name, role title, location(s), target start date, and notes) – Communications you send to us (emails and form submissions)
Information collected automatically
The Site may collect limited technical information such as: – IP address – Browser type and device information – Pages viewed and approximate location (derived from IP)
We do not currently use behavioral advertising pixels (such as Meta Pixel) or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics), but we may add them in the future. If we do, we will update this policy.
2. How We Use Information
We use personal information to: – Respond to inquiries from prospective clients and candidates – Evaluate candidate fit for potential contract, interim, contract-to-hire, or direct hire opportunities – Understand client needs and scope roles appropriately – Communicate about potential opportunities, next steps, and scheduling – Maintain internal records related to our business operations – Protect the security and integrity of the Site and our business
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share information in the following circumstances:
With clients (hiring organizations)
If you are a candidate, we may share relevant professional information (such as your resume, work history, and role preferences) with a client when you have expressed interest in a role or engagement or when sharing is reasonably necessary to evaluate fit for a specific opportunity.
With service providers
We may use third-party service providers to operate our business (for example, website hosting, email services, and form processing). These providers may process personal information on our behalf and are expected to protect it.
For legal and safety reasons
We may disclose information if required to comply with law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of Harborline, our users, or others.
4. Recruiting and Staffing Notes
Harborline supports contract and interim staffing engagements and may also support contract-to-hire and selective direct hire.
- Background checks, drug screening, and credentialing: Unless otherwise stated for a specific engagement, these processes are typically performed by the hiring organization or its designated vendors.
- Independent contractor engagements: Where applicable, contract engagements may be structured as 1099 independent contractor engagements. Specific terms are confirmed on a per-engagement basis.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Site may use cookies that are necessary for basic functionality. We do not currently use third-party analytics or advertising cookies.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to: – respond to your request, – evaluate opportunities, – maintain business records, and – comply with legal obligations.
If you would like us to delete your information, you may request deletion as described below. Certain information may be retained where required or permitted by law.
7. Your Choices and Rights
You may request to: – access the personal information we maintain about you, – correct inaccurate information, – delete your information, or – withdraw consent for us to consider you for opportunities.
To make a request, email us at: info@harborline-partners.com
We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
8. California Privacy Notice (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information, including the right to know, delete, and correct certain personal information.
Harborline does not sell personal information and does not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@harborline-partners.com.
9. Childrens Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards intended to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
11. External Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites (for example, LinkedIn or Indeed). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their privacy policies.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
13. Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests, contact:
Harborline Partners
Email:info@harborline-partners.com