Welcome to GetContractor.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.getcontractor.com (“Site” or “Platform”) or use our services.

By accessing or using our Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

a) Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number
• Company name, designation, location
• Service interests or project details
• Communication preferenceb) Business & Project Information

• Service requests you submit
• Quotations, proposals, or messages exchanged with contractors
• Feedback, testimonials, or reviews you provide

1. c) Technical & Usage Data

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring URL

1. d) Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and tracking tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to:

• Understand usage trends
• Improve user experience
• Display personalized content and ads

You can control cookie settings through your browser at any time.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To facilitate client-contractor connections
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• To improve website functionality and user experience
• To verify identities and prevent fraud
• To market our services, including sharing project details or testimonials on our website, emails, and social media platforms
• To send promotional offers, newsletters, or updates (where legally permitted or with your consent)
• To analyze traffic and usage behavior for service improvement

Note: We may use your company name, project summary, service category, or testimonial content for promotional purposes (e.g., case studies, marketing content, social media posts), but we do not display confidential or sensitive client information without explicit permission.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it with:

• Service Providers: Vendors or freelancers assisting us in running our platform (e.g., hosting, support, analytics)
• Contractors/Suppliers: If you submit a quote request, your information may be shared with relevant suppliers to respond to your inquiry
• Marketing & Social Media Platforms: We may share limited business-related details (e.g., service types, locations, testimonials, public reviews, and project snapshots) to promote your successful use of our platform or services
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights and property

4. Third-Party Services

Our Platform may include links to third-party websites or integrations (e.g., Google Maps, analytics tools, payment services). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their respective policies before using them.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as:

• You have an active account
• It is necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for
• We are legally obligated to retain it (e.g., for tax, audit, or regulatory compliance)

You may request deletion of your personal data at any time unless we are required to retain it for legal or operational purposes.

6. Data Security

We use appropriate physical, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal data from:

• Unauthorized access
• Disclosure or alteration
• Loss or misuse

Despite our best efforts, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure. Use the platform at your own discretion.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request erasure of your data
• Objection: Object to processing for marketing purposes
• Restriction: Request limited processing of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@getcontractor.com

8. Email, Marketing & Social Media

• You can opt out of marketing communications via the unsubscribe link in our emails.
• However, we may still share non-sensitive, project-related data (e.g., business category, service region, testimonial excerpts) on our website and social media platforms as part of our service promotion strategy.
• If you prefer not to have your content featured on our social platforms, please notify us at privacy@getcontractor.com.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn we have collected personal information from a minor, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

As a global platform, your information may be stored or processed outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for all international data transfers.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date and will be effective as soon as it is accessible. Continued use of the platform after changes means you accept those updates.

12. Contact Us

For any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: support@getcontractor.com
🌐 Website: www.getcontractor.com