JustGotLaidOff.org

Privacy Policy

JustGotLaidOff.org respects your privacy and tries to collect only the information reasonably necessary to operate, understand, secure, and improve this website.

You do not need to create an account, provide your name, join an email list, or submit personal information to use the resources on this site.

This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit JustGotLaidOff.org, how that information may be used, and the third-party services currently connected to the site.

Information You Provide Directly

JustGotLaidOff.org does not currently offer user accounts, public comments, a contact form, or an email newsletter.

If you choose to contact JustGotLaidOff.org by email, the information you provide may include your email address, name, message, and anything else you voluntarily include.

That information may be used to read and respond to your message, address corrections or other site-related issues, and maintain records when reasonably necessary.

Please do not send sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your request.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, JustGotLaidOff.org and its hosting infrastructure may automatically process technical information when you visit the site.

Depending on the systems involved, this may include information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device type
  • Operating system
  • Referring website or page
  • Pages requested or visited
  • Date and time of requests
  • Technical information used for security, troubleshooting, analytics, and website operation

Some of this information may be contained in ordinary server or security logs maintained by the website’s hosting provider.

JustGotLaidOff.org also uses the analytics tools described below.

WP Statistics

JustGotLaidOff.org uses the WP Statistics WordPress plugin to understand how visitors find and use the site.

WP Statistics may collect information such as:

  • Pages viewed
  • Referring websites or pages
  • Browser and device information
  • Operating system
  • General geographic information
  • Traffic and visitor counts

JustGotLaidOff.org has enabled IP-address anonymization and hashing in WP Statistics. These settings are intended to prevent full visitor IP addresses from being stored by the analytics system while still allowing the site to measure traffic.

WP Statistics is also configured not to track logged-in administrator activity as ordinary visitor traffic.

WP Statistics does not use tracking cookies to count visitors under the site’s current configuration. Analytics information collected by WP Statistics is stored in the site’s WordPress database rather than being transmitted to WP-Statistics.com for analytics processing.

This information is used to understand which resources people use, how visitors reach the site, and where the website or its content may need improvement.

JustGotLaidOff.org does not use WP Statistics for the purpose of identifying individual visitors.

More information about WP Statistics and its privacy practices is available at:

https://wp-statistics.com/resources/wp-statistics-data-privacy/

Google Analytics

JustGotLaidOff.org has Google Analytics 4 (GA4) configured through the Google Site Kit WordPress plugin.

Google Analytics may be used to help understand how people find and use the site. When Google Analytics measurement is active, information collected may include:

  • Number of visitors and sessions
  • Pages viewed and interactions with site content
  • Approximate geographic location
  • Browser and device information
  • How visitors arrived at the site
  • Other website-usage and performance information

Google Analytics may use first-party cookies, including the _ga cookie, to distinguish users and sessions when Analytics cookie storage is permitted.

Google Analytics may process a visitor’s IP address during data collection for purposes that include geographic reporting and service operation. Google’s current documentation states that raw IP addresses are not associated with user identifiers and are discarded after use. Google also applies additional data-handling controls for visitors in certain regions.

JustGotLaidOff.org does not use Google Analytics for the purpose of identifying individual visitors.

For more information about Google Analytics and its data practices, visit:

https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245

Google Analytics Enhanced Measurement

Enhanced Measurement is currently enabled for the site’s Google Analytics configuration.

When Google Analytics measurement is operating, Enhanced Measurement can automatically measure certain interactions with website content. Depending on how visitors use the site and which features are present, this may include page views, scrolling, outbound link clicks, site searches, video engagement, and file downloads.

This information may be used to better understand how visitors use the resources available on JustGotLaidOff.org.

Google Site Kit and Search Console

JustGotLaidOff.org uses Google Site Kit to connect the website with Google services, including Google Search Console and Google Analytics.

Google Search Console provides information about how the site appears and performs in Google Search, including search queries, impressions, clicks, search position, indexing information, and technical issues.

Search Console is primarily a tool for understanding and managing the site’s presence in Google Search rather than tracking individual visitors on JustGotLaidOff.org.

More information about Google Site Kit is available at:

https://sitekit.withgoogle.com

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Under its current configuration, WP Statistics does not use cookies to count or analyze visitors.

Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies when its measurement features are active and the applicable settings permit them. Google Analytics commonly uses first-party cookies such as _ga to help distinguish users and sessions.

Other cookies may also be used when technically necessary for WordPress administration or website functionality.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking or deleting cookies may affect some website functionality or the accuracy of analytics measurements.

Google provides a browser add-on for users who want to opt out of Google Analytics measurement:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Visitors Outside the United States

JustGotLaidOff.org is primarily intended to provide information and resources for workers in the United States. However, people may access the website from other countries.

Google Analytics and Google Site Kit provide consent and data-handling controls for certain regions, including the European Economic Area, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

Visitors should also be aware that information processed through this website or its service providers may be processed in the United States or other locations where those providers operate.

Third-Party Websites

JustGotLaidOff.org contains many links to government agencies, nonprofit organizations, workforce resources, job-search services, legal resources, and other third-party websites.

When you leave JustGotLaidOff.org, the privacy practices of the website you visit apply.

JustGotLaidOff.org does not control how third-party websites collect, use, store, or share information. You should review the privacy policies of those websites if you have concerns about their practices.

Advertising and AdSense

JustGotLaidOff.org does not currently use Google AdSense or serve advertising through Google AdSense.

If advertising, sponsorship technology, affiliate tracking, or other services that materially change how visitor information is collected are added in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.

Selling Personal Information

JustGotLaidOff.org does not sell personal information collected through the website.

The site is not designed around collecting personal information from laid-off workers for sale to recruiters, employers, advertisers, data brokers, or other third parties.

How Information May Be Used

Information collected through the website may be used to:

  • Operate, maintain, secure, and troubleshoot the website
  • Understand how visitors find and use site resources
  • Improve content, navigation, accessibility, and website performance
  • Identify technical problems or potential misuse
  • Respond to emails, correction requests, or other communications
  • Comply with legal obligations when applicable

Data Sharing

Information may be processed by service providers necessary to operate, secure, host, or analyze the website, including the website’s hosting provider and the Google services described in this policy when those services are active.

Analytics information collected through WP Statistics is stored within the site’s WordPress database and is not sent to WP-Statistics.com for analytics processing under the site’s current configuration.

Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, legal process, or valid governmental requests, or to protect the security and integrity of the website.

JustGotLaidOff.org does not provide visitor information to employers or recruiters simply because someone used the site’s layoff, severance, unemployment, or job-search resources.

Data Retention

Different types of information may be retained for different periods depending on their purpose and the systems involved.

Analytics information collected through WP Statistics may remain in the site’s WordPress database according to the site’s analytics settings and maintenance practices.

If Google Analytics collects information, that information is retained according to the settings and policies applicable to the site’s Google Analytics account.

Server and security information may be retained according to the practices of the website’s hosting and technical service providers.

Emails sent directly to JustGotLaidOff.org may be retained as reasonably necessary to respond, maintain records, document corrections, or address ongoing matters.

Children’s Privacy

JustGotLaidOff.org is intended for a general adult audience and is not directed specifically to children under 13.

The site does not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children under 13.

Security

Reasonable measures are used to protect the website and information associated with its operation. However, no website, hosting system, email service, or Internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Visitors should use appropriate caution when deciding what information to send by email or through any website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated when the website changes, new services or technologies are added, legal requirements change, or current practices need to be explained more clearly.

When material changes are made, the Last reviewed date at the top of this page will be updated.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy, privacy practices, or corrections may be sent to justgotlaidoff.org@gmail.com.

Last reviewed: August 11, 2026