Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 1, 2026
This policy explains how OnlineReferenceCheck.com ("we", "us") collects, uses and protects personal information when you visit our website or use our reference check service.
Information we collect
- Website visitors and prospects: name, work email, company, phone number and anything you include in a form.
- Customers: account details, user information and billing information.
- Candidates: name, email address, mobile number, authorization and the referees they provide.
- References: name, email address, mobile number, relationship to the candidate and their responses.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type and usage information collected through cookies and similar tools.
How we use information
- To provide reference checks requested by our customers
- To respond to inquiries and demo requests
- To secure, maintain and improve our service
- To meet legal obligations
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors find and use our website, such as which pages are viewed and how visitors arrive. Google Analytics uses cookies and collects information like your browser type, approximate location and pages visited. You can opt out with the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
How we share information
Reference responses are shared with the customer that requested the check. We use service providers who process data on our behalf under contract. We do not sell personal information.
Retention
We keep information as long as needed to provide the service or as our customers direct, then delete or anonymize it.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct or delete your personal information, or object to certain processing. Contact us to make a request.
Security
We use administrative, technical and physical safeguards to protect personal information.
Contact
Questions about this policy: support@onlinereferencecheck.com.
