Privacy Policy for Blackthorn Tactical, LLC

Last Updated: Sept 1st, 2025

Blackthorn Tactical, LLC (“Blackthorn Tactical,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your data when visiting www.BlackthornOps.com (the “Site”) or interacting with our services.

By accessing our website or contacting us, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to improve our services, communicate with clients, and maintain the security of our operations. Blackthorn Tactical collects the following categories of data:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you interact with our website, submit a form, apply for a position, or contact us directly, you may provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company or organization

  • Job title

  • Service inquiries or message content

  • Resume/CV (for applicants)

  • Any additional information you choose to share

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited

  • Referring website or source

  • Time and date of visit

  • General usage analytics

We use standard web technologies such as:

  • Cookies

  • Log files

  • Pixel tags

  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

This information helps us understand Site performance, detect anomalies, and improve user experience.

C. Sensitive or Security-Related Information

As a security-focused company, we do not collect or store sensitive security data (such as passwords, client credentials, system access, or internal logs) through our public website.

Any sensitive information exchanged during an engagement is handled offline, encrypted, and governed by strict NDAs and contractual agreements.

2. How We Use Your Information

Blackthorn Tactical may use collected information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries or messages

  • To provide or discuss requested services

  • To schedule consultations or scoping calls

  • To process job applications

  • To improve website performance and user experience

  • To detect cybersecurity anomalies or abuse

  • To protect the security of our website and infrastructure

  • To send service-related updates (with your consent)

  • To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your data, profile you for advertising, or share your information with third-party marketers.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only under the following limited conditions:

A. Service Providers

Trusted partners who support:

  • Website hosting

  • Email communications

  • Analytics

  • Recruitment processing

These vendors are contractually obligated to protect your data.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

  • Comply with lawful requests, subpoenas, or court orders

  • Cooperate with law enforcement

  • Protect our legal rights or the safety of clients and staff

  • Investigate fraud, abuse, or security incidents

C. Business Transfers

If Blackthorn Tactical undergoes a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, your information may be transferred to the new organizational entity under the same privacy protections.

We never sell your personal data.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Blackthorn Tactical uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Track usage analytics

  • Remember user preferences

  • Detect malicious activity

You may disable cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Doing so may affect Site functionality.

5. Data Security

Security is central to our mission. We use industry-standard technical and administrative controls to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS)

  • Secure servers and hardened infrastructure

  • Access controls and least-privilege policies

  • Intrusion detection systems

  • Regular audits and monitoring

No system is 100% secure, but we apply professional-grade countermeasures consistent with cybersecurity best practices.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide requested services

  • Communicate with you

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes

  • Support business operations

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that data from a minor has been submitted, we will delete it promptly.

8. Links to External Websites

Our Site may include links to external websites or third-party resources.
Blackthorn Tactical is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those sites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing any information.

9. Your Data Rights

Depending on jurisdiction (including GDPR and California CCPA/CPRA), you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict certain processing activities

  • Request a copy of your information

  • Opt out of analytics tracking

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

📧 BlackthornVegas@Protonmail.com

We will respond within legally required timeframes.

10. International Users

If you access our Site from outside the United States, be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored in the U.S.
We follow standard data protection practices to safeguard international data transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as laws evolve or our services change.
The “Last Updated” date will always reflect the latest version.

Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any revisions.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to request data changes, contact us:

Blackthorn Tactical, LLC
Las Vegas, Nevada
📧 BlackthornVegas@Protonmail.com
🌐 www.BlackthornOps.com