Terms of Use

Last Updated: June 10, 2026 · ← Back to BeforeIStart

Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using BeforeIStart ("the Site"). By accessing or using BeforeIStart, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

1. About BeforeIStart

BeforeIStart is a user-generated review platform allowing individuals to submit anonymous or named ratings and reviews of workplace supervisors. BeforeIStart does not employ the individuals reviewed, does not verify the accuracy of submitted content, and is not affiliated with any employer or organization mentioned on the Site.

2. Section 230 Protection

BeforeIStart is an interactive computer service under 47 U.S.C. § 230 (the Communications Decency Act). Under this law:

• BeforeIStart is not the publisher or speaker of information provided by users.
• BeforeIStart is not liable for content submitted by third-party users.
• Users who submit content are solely responsible for its accuracy, legality, and any consequences arising from it.

3. User Conduct and Content Standards

By submitting a review or any content to BeforeIStart, you agree your submission:

• Represents your honest, good-faith opinion or experience.
• Does not contain information you know to be false or fabricated.
• Does not include private personal information (home addresses, personal phone numbers, SSNs, financial data, etc.).
• Does not constitute harassment, threats, or incitement to violence.
• Does not infringe on any third party's intellectual property rights.
• Does not violate any applicable local, state, or federal law.

BeforeIStart reserves the right — but not the obligation — to remove any content that violates these standards, at its sole discretion, without notice.

4. Prohibited Content

• Content that is intentionally false and made with actual malice.
• Content that reveals private personal information about any individual (doxxing).
• Unlawful discrimination or hate speech based on any protected characteristic.
• Content that violates any court order, NDA, or confidentiality agreement.
• Spam, commercial solicitation, or repetitive posting.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

BeforeIStart is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We make no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any user-submitted content. Reviews and ratings are the opinions of individual users.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BeforeIStart, its owners, operators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses arising from your use of the Site or content posted by users. Total liability shall not exceed $100.

7. Content Removal Requests

If you believe content violates these Terms or applicable law, submit a removal request to legal@beforeistart.co with: your full name and contact information, a description and URL of the content, why it violates these Terms or the law, and a declaration that your information is accurate. BeforeIStart will review requests in good faith. Submission does not guarantee removal.

8. No Legal Advice

Legal referral links and information on BeforeIStart are for general informational purposes only. BeforeIStart is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.

9. Third-Party Links and Advertising

BeforeIStart displays advertisements and links to third-party sites, including legal referral services. BeforeIStart does not endorse and is not responsible for the content, products, or services of any third-party advertiser or linked site.

10. Intellectual Property

The BeforeIStart name, logo, and website design are the property of BeforeIStart. User-submitted content remains the user's property; by submitting, you grant BeforeIStart a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to display and distribute your content on the Site.

11. Modifications

BeforeIStart may modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia. Disputes shall be resolved in state or federal courts in Georgia.

13. Contact

Questions about these Terms: legal@beforeistart.co

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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 10, 2026 · ← Back to BeforeIStart

This Privacy Policy describes how BeforeIStart collects, uses, and handles information when you visit beforeistart.co. We have designed BeforeIStart to collect as little personal information as possible.

1. Information We Collect

Information you voluntarily provide: When submitting a review you may provide your name (only if you choose named posting — anonymous posts store no name), your job title or role (optional), and the supervisor's name, company, location, and department. We do not require account creation, email address, or identity verification.

Information collected automatically: When you visit the Site, we or our third-party service providers may automatically collect your IP address and general geographic location, browser type and version, pages visited and time spent, and referring website or search terms. This is collected via standard cookies, web beacons, and server logs.

Information from advertising partners: BeforeIStart displays third-party advertisements. Ad partners (including Google AdSense) may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out at google.com/settings/ads or aboutads.info/choices.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Display user-submitted reviews and ratings on the Site.
• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site.
• Respond to removal requests and legal inquiries.
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or Terms violations.
• Serve relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.
• Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Anonymous Posting

When you select "Anonymous," your name is not collected, stored, or displayed in connection with your review. Your IP address may be temporarily logged in server access logs as part of standard web server operation, but is not linked to your review content in our database. No system is perfectly secure — do not include identifying information in your review text if you wish to remain anonymous.

4. Data Retention

User-submitted reviews are retained indefinitely unless removed pursuant to a valid removal request or at our discretion. Server log data is typically retained for 30–90 days.

5. Cookies

• Essential cookies: Required for the Site to function.
• Analytics cookies: To understand how visitors use the Site.
• Advertising cookies: Used by advertising partners to serve relevant ads.

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

6. Children's Privacy

BeforeIStart is not directed at individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. Contact legal@beforeistart.co if you believe a child has submitted information and we will promptly delete it.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights (California Residents — CCPA)

You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion of your personal information, opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information), and non-discrimination for exercising your rights. Contact us at legal@beforeistart.co to exercise these rights.

9. GDPR (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under GDPR including the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data, and the right to data portability. Our legal basis for processing is legitimate interest in operating the Site. Contact legal@beforeistart.co to exercise your rights.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our Site contains links to third-party websites including legal referral services and advertisers. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their privacy policies before providing any information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy: legal@beforeistart.co · beforeistart.co

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