Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 06/15/2025

At Scaffold & Signal, we believe your inbox—and your data—should be treated with care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or subscribe to our newsletter. We’re committed to transparency, and we welcome your feedback at any time.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter, download a free resource, or purchase a course or consulting service
• Fill out a form or respond to a survey
• Contact us via email or our website

This may include your:

• Name
• Email address
• Company name and/or role
• Preferences and responses to surveys or feedback forms

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided with informed consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Send newsletters and relevant content you’ve asked for
• Respond to your inquiries or feedback
• Improve our offerings and the experience on our site

We never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Period.

3. Opting Out

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by reaching out directly to us at [email protected]. We will honor all requests promptly and without hassle.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our site may use cookies and analytics tools to understand general website usage and improve our offerings. We do not use cookies for behavioral advertising or tracking across other websites.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information including contracting servers and other data-related software that follow all GDPR security protocols. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and contact us if you ever suspect a breach.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the data we hold about you
• Correct or delete your data
• Withdraw consent at any time

Regardless of where you are located, your data is your data. Email us at anytime to request access to your data, correct or delete your data, or withdraw consent for our services or subscriptions.

7. Updates

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll post the revised policy with a new effective date. 

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Terms of Service

Effective Date: 06/15/2025

These Terms of Service outline the rules and expectations for anyone using the Scaffold & Signal website, subscribing to the Scaffold & Signal launch mail list and/or Five to Thrive weekly newsletter, and/or accessing downloadable materials. By accessing our site or subscribing to our content, you agree to abide by these terms.

1. Use of Our Content

We create tools and resources to support founders, freelancers, and team leads working in the remote space. You’re welcome to use and share our free materials for personal or internal professional use.

Unless given express written permission:

• You may not reproduce, republish, or redistribute our content for commercial purposes. 
• Attribution is appreciated when our ideas or tools are referenced.

2. Respectful Use

You agree not to:

• Use our site or resources to spread harmful or discriminatory content
• Attempt to interfere with our website’s security or performance
• Pretend to be someone else when contacting us or filling out forms

We reserve the right to block or remove access to users who violate these terms or misuse our offerings.

3. Newsletter and Email Communications

We send newsletters and occasional updates to people who’ve opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time, and we’ll never guilt you about it.

We promise:

• No spammy tactics
• No fear-based marketing
• No adding you to a list just because we have your email address

If you see something you don’t like, tell us. We’re always looking to do better.

4. External Links

Our site may link to other websites for additional resources. We’re not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

5. Disclaimer

Our materials are designed to support—but not replace—professional advice. We make no guarantees about outcomes and encourage you to adapt tools to your unique context.

6. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Michigan, USA. Any disputes will be resolved through thoughtful communication first—and through legal channels only if absolutely necessary.

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Questions or Feedback?

We’re here to listen. If you have questions, concerns, or ideas to make our agreements or our work better, please reach out at [email protected].