This page is maintained by [LEGAL BUSINESS NAME] to answer common privacy questions about The Contractors Empire. It is not legal advice.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 18, 2026
[LEGAL BUSINESS NAME], [BUSINESS ADDRESS], [CONTACT EMAIL]. Have this policy reviewed by counsel before publishing.1. About This Service
The Contractors Empire is a free public online directory that connects homeowners with independent contractors. An optional paid upgrade is available to contractors for enhanced listing features. We do not employ, dispatch, supervise, endorse, or vet contractors.
2. What We Collect
For homeowners searching the directory:
- No account is required to browse or search the directory.
- We may collect standard server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited) for site performance and security.
- We do not require or store personal identifiers (name, email, phone) for homeowner search use.
For contractors claiming or managing a listing:
- Name, business name, email address, phone number, service area, and trade category.
- License and insurance documentation (where submitted for Premium verification).
- Payment information (handled by our payment processor; we do not store raw card data).
- Photos, logos, and listing content submitted by the contractor.
Contractor phone numbers and email addresses are never displayed publicly in the directory. Only the contractor's chosen public contact methods (such as a website URL or Facebook page) are visible to anonymous visitors.
3. How We Use Data
- To display contractor listings in search results.
- To process subscription payments and manage contractor accounts.
- To communicate with contractors about their listings, billing, or platform updates.
- To improve site performance, detect fraud, and ensure security.
- We do not sell homeowner search data or contractor contact information to third parties for marketing.
4. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use the site (e.g., which trade categories are most searched). These tools collect aggregated usage data and do not identify you personally. You can disable cookies in your browser settings or use browser-level controls to opt out of analytics.
5. Subprocessors & Third-Party Services
We rely on the following service providers to operate the platform. Each has its own privacy practices:
- Stripe — payment processing. Card data is submitted directly to Stripe.
- Google Analytics 4 — anonymized usage analytics.
- Lovable Cloud — hosting, database, and authentication infrastructure.
We only share the data necessary for these services to function.
6. Data Retention & Deletion
Contractor listing data is retained while the account is active. If a subscription is cancelled, the listing may revert to a free-tier profile or be removed after a reasonable grace period. You may request deletion of your personal data by emailing [CONTACT EMAIL]. We will comply within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.
7. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and access controls. No system is perfectly secure. If you believe your data has been compromised, contact us immediately.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Children's Privacy
This site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as our services evolve. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Material changes affecting how we collect or share data will be communicated to active contractors.
11. Contact
For privacy questions or data requests, contact:
[LEGAL BUSINESS NAME][BUSINESS ADDRESS][CONTACT EMAIL]