Privacy Policy | Construction Connect

1. Introduction

Construction Connect ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our construction marketplace platform (the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
Account credentials (email and password)
Company information (business name, license numbers)
Project details and specifications
Bid information and pricing
Messages and communications
Payment information (processed by third-party providers)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
Device information (browser type, operating system)
IP address and location data
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

Providing and maintaining our Service
Processing your transactions and managing your account
Connecting contractors with project owners and facilitating bids
Sending you notifications and updates
Improving our Service and developing new features
Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues and fraud
Complying with legal obligations
Marketing and promotional purposes (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With other users: Project details and company profiles are visible to facilitate marketplace interactions
Service providers: We use third-party services (Supabase for database, Vercel for hosting, Resend for email)
Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
With your consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication
Secure hosting infrastructure (Vercel, Supabase)

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
Data portability: Receive your data in a structured format

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may limit Service functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: