Privacy Policy: How We Protect Your Data

Effective Date: November 4, 2025

Welcome to The Screening Source, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit https://thescreeningsource.com or use our background screening and compliance services.

By using our website or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: Name, company name, address, email, and phone number.
Account or Application Information: User credentials, background screening data, or employment details (as authorized by you or your employer).
Payment Information: Billing or payment data processed via secure third-party providers.
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, referring pages, and website analytics collected through cookies or tracking tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide background screening, verification, and compliance services.
Communicate with you about your account, reports, or requests.
Process billing and maintain business records.
Improve our website and customer experience.
Comply with legal or regulatory obligations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our processing of your personal data is based on:

Your consent;
The performance of a contract with you or your employer; or
Our need to comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality, analyze traffic, and remember preferences.
You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not work correctly if you do.

We may share personal information only as necessary with:

Authorized clients or employers for legitimate screening purposes.
Trusted service providers (such as IT support, hosting, and payment processors).
Background screening partners and verification sources.
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law.

All partners are contractually required to maintain confidentiality and safeguard your information.

6. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards — including encryption, secure servers, and limited access controls — to protect your data.
However, no online system is completely secure, and data transmission over the Internet carries some risk.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill business purposes, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
Withdraw consent or object to certain processing activities.
Request a copy of your data (data portability).
File a complaint with a privacy authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@thescreeningsource.com.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for business and employment purposes and are not directed to anyone under 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of our website after updates means you accept the changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

The Screening Source, LLC
📧 Email: info@thescreeningsource.com
🌐 Website: https://thescreeningsource.com