Privacy Policy

Introduction

Nixerly ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our construction platform that connects skilled professionals with businesses across Ireland.

By using our platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This policy applies to all users of our platform, including construction professionals, businesses, and visitors to our website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Professional qualifications and certifications
• Work experience and employment history
• Location and availability information
• Profile photos and portfolio images
• Company information for business users
• Payment and billing information

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our platform:

• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• IP address and location data
• Pages visited and actions taken on our platform
• Time spent on different sections
• Referral sources and search terms

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our construction platform services
• To connect construction professionals with businesses
• To verify skills, qualifications, and work experience
• To process payments and manage billing
• To communicate with you about your account and platform updates
• To improve our platform and develop new features
• To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
• To prevent fraud and ensure platform security

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Other Users

Professional profiles are visible to businesses on our platform to facilitate job matching. Business profiles are visible to construction professionals. We only share information necessary for the connection process.

With Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, including payment processors, email services, and analytics providers.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure data storage and regular backups
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Staff training on data protection practices

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal information
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your information
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Professional profiles remain active while you use our platform. After account deletion, we may retain some information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, and legitimate business purposes.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Analyze platform usage and improve performance
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our platform and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Information

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