Effective Date: 4/6/2025

California Welding Institute LLC, a subsidiary of Advanced Weldtec, Inc. (AWI), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, https://www.socalwelding.com. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through:

• Contact forms
• Newsletter sign-ups
• Resume or job inquiry submissions

This may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to share.

We also collect standard website usage data via Google Analytics, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the time spent on our site. This data is used to help us improve site performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Assist with job placement and employer connections
• Send newsletters or promotional communications (you may unsubscribe at any time)

3. Information Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with:

• Google Analytics, for performance tracking
• Employers, only when you submit a resume and grant permission for job placement assistance

4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies through Google Analytics to collect non-personal usage data. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

5. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect the information you submit. Our website uses SSL encryption to safeguard data during transmission. Submitted form inquiries are securely stored and accessible only to authorized personnel.

6. Access, Updates, and Deletion
If you wish to access, update, or request the deletion of any personal information you’ve provided, please contact us at:
Contact Page or call 951-536-3809.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under the age of 18.

8. U.S.-Based Use Only
This website is operated from California and is intended for use within the United States. We do not market to or knowingly collect data from users in the EU or UK.

9. Disclaimer and Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information:
California Welding Institute LLC
32081 Corydon St,
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Phone: 951-536-3809
Website: https://www.socalwelding.com