Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

CaliforniaWarn ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect limited personal information necessary to provide the Service:

  • Email Address: Collected during account creation or purchase for authentication, billing communication, and customer support
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe. We do not store or process credit card information on our servers
  • Account Metadata: Purchase date, access level, and subscription status

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you access the Service:

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and access times
  • Page Analytics: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, navigation paths, and referral sources
  • Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and functional cookies for site operation

This data is collected for security monitoring, analytics, performance optimization, and improving the Service.

2.3 Public Data

Important: The workforce and layoff data displayed on the Service is compiled from publicly available California WARN Act filings. This information is a matter of public record published by the California Employment Development Department (EDD). We do not collect this data from users—we aggregate and present publicly available information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Authentication: Verify your identity and manage your account access
  • Billing & Support: Process payments, send transaction confirmations, and respond to inquiries
  • Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security vulnerabilities
  • Analytics: Understand usage patterns and improve user experience
  • Communication: Send service updates, technical notices, or important policy changes (non-marketing)

We do not use your personal information for advertising or marketing purposes.

4. Payment Processing

All payment transactions are processed securely through Stripe, a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor.

We do not store, process, or have access to your full credit card information. Stripe handles all payment data in accordance with their own privacy policy and security standards. When you complete a purchase, Stripe shares limited transaction metadata (such as confirmation of payment and email address) to enable us to grant you access.

For more information, review Stripe's Privacy Policy at stripe.com/privacy.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist with hosting, payment processing (Stripe), analytics, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the specific services they provide
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and basic site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Service

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain features of the Service.

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or sell data to advertisers.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Secure authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service and maintain your account access
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax and financial records)
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Log data and analytics are typically retained for up to 12 months for security and operational purposes.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications (account-related emails cannot be opted out)

To exercise these rights, contact us at billing@californiawarn.com.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Right to request deletion of personal information
  • Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

To submit a request, email billing@californiawarn.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

11. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

12. International Users

The Service is operated in the United States. If you access the Service from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Service. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

billing@californiawarn.com

We will respond to all inquiries within 30 days.

By using CaliforniaWarn, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.