Privacy | Texas Constructive Network

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Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Texas Constructive Network ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

Profile Information:

Name, company name, and contact details (email, phone)
Trade specialty, experience level, and service areas
Profile photo and work portfolio images
Bio and services offered

Usage Information:

Messages sent and received through the platform
Directory searches and profile views
Posts and activity in the network feed

Payment Information:

Payment transactions are processed through Stripe
We do not store full credit card details

How We Use Your Information

To create and maintain your member profile
To connect you with other professionals in the network
To process Pro membership payments
To send platform updates and important notifications
To improve our services and user experience

Information Sharing

We share your information in the following ways:

With other members: Your profile information is visible to other approved members based on your membership tier
Contact information: Only visible to Pro members when viewing profiles
Service providers: We use third-party services like Stripe for payments and cloud hosting providers

We do NOT: Sell your data to advertisers, share your information with unrelated third parties, or use your data for purposes unrelated to the platform.

Your Privacy Controls

Free vs. Pro Visibility:

Free members have limited profile visibility to non-Pro users
Contact information is only shown to Pro members
You can upgrade or downgrade your membership at any time

Profile Management:

Edit or remove profile information anytime
Delete portfolio photos
Control what services and areas you list

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure cloud storage, and regular security audits. However, no system is 100% secure, and you share information at your own risk.

Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your profile and associated data within 30 days, except where required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., payment records).

Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and platform functionality. We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking for marketing purposes.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account
Export your data
Opt out of non-essential communications

Children's Privacy

Our platform is intended for professional use by adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email to all active members. Continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance.

Contact Us

Questions about privacy or data handling? Contact us at support@texasconstructive.com