Effective Date: February 15th 2025
LAD Services is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of the personal information you provide through our website. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data, including information submitted as part of the employment application process and general website interactions.
1. Who We Are
Our website address is: http://ladcompanies.com.
We operate this website to provide information about our services and to process employment applications securely.
2. What Personal Data We Collect & Why
A. Employment Application Data
When submitting an application through our website, we may collect:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII) (e.g., name, email, phone number).
- Employment-related data (e.g., resume, job history).
- Government-issued identification (e.g., Driver’s License, Passport, Social Security Card) for identity verification purposes.
Why We Collect It:
- To process employment applications.
- To verify applicant identity.
- To communicate regarding application status.
How We Protect It:
- End-to-End Encryption – All sensitive files are encrypted before upload and can only be decrypted by authorized personnel.
- Secure File Storage – Documents are uploaded to a secure storage provider with restricted access, not stored on our web server.
- Automatic Deletion – Documents are permanently deleted after one-time verification or within 72 hours, whichever occurs first.
B. General Website Data
1. Email
- When visitors view protected drawings, we collect an email address to authenticate users.
- We may generate an anonymized hash of your email for integration with the Gravatar service (if used).
2. Media Uploads
- If you upload images, we recommend removing embedded location data (EXIF GPS) to prevent others from extracting it.
- Visitors can download and extract location data from images shared on the website.
3. Cookies
- Cookies are used to provide access to secure content for users viewing drawings.
- You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
4. Analytics
- We may collect anonymous analytics data to improve our website’s performance and usability.
- This data is not personally identifiable.
3. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not share personal data with any third parties except as required by law.
- Employment application data is processed internally and only accessed by authorized HR personnel.
- Google Drive is used solely as a secure storage location, and access is strictly controlled.
4. How Long We Retain Your Data
- Employment documents are deleted automatically once reviewed or within 72 hours if left unaccessed.
- Comments and user metadata (for registered users) are stored indefinitely to streamline user experience and content moderation.
- If you register an account, you can see, edit, or delete your information at any time (except for your username).
5. Your Rights Over Your Data
Under applicable privacy laws, you may request:
Access to your data – To review the information we hold about you.
Correction of inaccurate data – If your information is outdated or incorrect.
Deletion of your data – You may request to have your information removed, except where retention is required by law.
Restriction of data processing – If you have concerns about how your information is used.
To make a request, contact us at.
6. How We Protect Your Data
Data Security Measures:
End-to-End Encryption – All sensitive files are encrypted before upload and during storage.
Access Control – Only authorized personnel can access protected data.
Automatic Deletion – Sensitive documents are removed within 72 hours to minimize data retention risks.
HTTPS Encryption – Ensures secure transmission of all data on our website.
Logging & Monitoring – We track access to sensitive files to detect unauthorized activity.
7. Compliance & Third-Party Services
We follow industry best practices, including:
- ISO 27001 Security Principles – Encryption, access control, and data minimization.
- Privacy by Design – Limiting data storage and ensuring secure processing.
Our website integrates with Google Drive for secure storage and may use Google Analytics for traffic analysis. These services adhere to their own security policies.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy and Data Handling Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy regularly.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, contact us.