Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 11, 2025

At TopEngineer.net, operated by Redstart Media, Inc., we are committed to protecting your privacy with the care and integrity inspired by Colossians 3:23: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord." This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you use our website, services, and platform (collectively, "Services"). Our mission is to connect the brightest engineering minds with innovative companies in automotive, aerospace, energy, and motorsports, and we handle your data with transparency and respect to support that goal.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with personalized job opportunities, career coaching, and recruiting services. The types of information we collect include:

• Personal Information You Provide: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, resume details, preferences, and communications.
• Automatically Collected Information: Device and browser info, usage data, cookies, and similar technologies.
• Third-Party Information: Data from LinkedIn or other platforms, employers, recruiters, and analytics providers.

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided by you and necessary for a specific job requirement.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Recruiting and job matching
• Platform functionality
• Career coaching and support
• Analytics and improvement
• Communications
• Legal compliance

We process your data with care, ensuring it aligns with your expectations and our commitment to excellence.

3. How We Share Your Information

• With employers (with your explicit consent)
• With service providers (bound by confidentiality)
• With affiliates (Redstart Media, Inc. or Perfect Circle AI Inc.)
• For legal reasons
• Business transfers (with notification and protection)

We do not sell your personal information or share it for purposes unrelated to our Services.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• Essential cookies for core functionality
• Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Preference cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling them may limit some features. We respect your choices and provide clear options.

5. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and update your data
• Request deletion (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing emails and job alerts
• Data portability
• Do Not Track signals honored

For EU (GDPR) or California (CCPA) users, you have additional rights. Contact us to exercise these rights. We will never discriminate against you for asserting your privacy rights.

6. Data Security

• Encryption during transmission and storage
• Regular security audits
• Access controls
• Partnerships with reputable providers

While we strive to keep your data safe, no system is 100% secure. If a breach occurs, we will notify you promptly and take action to mitigate harm.

7. Data Retention

• Active accounts: data retained while active or until deletion requested
• Job applications: data kept up to 2 years unless deleted earlier
• Analytics data: anonymized and may be retained indefinitely
• Legal requirements: data retained as required by law

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in the United States or other countries where our partners are based. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable laws. By using our Services, you consent to these transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that a child's data has been collected, we will delete it immediately. Contact us if you believe this has occurred.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes. We will notify you before significant changes take effect. Continued use of our Services indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about your data, we're here to help with kindness and transparency. Reach out to:

13. Your Role as a Stakeholder

At TopEngineer.net, we see you not just as an engineer but as a partner in shaping the future. By trusting us with your data, you join our mission to drive innovation and excellence. We protect your privacy with integrity.