Privacy Policy (California) | The Redding Contractor

Privacy Policy & California Notice

Last Updated: October 26, 2024

The Redding Contractor ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit https://thereddingcontractor.com/ (the "Site").

California Residents: Please see the "Notice to California Residents" section below for specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and CPRA.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you request a construction estimate. This includes:

  • Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (if provided).
  • Project Details: Project type (residential/commercial), budget range, and timeline.
  • Device Information: We may automatically collect your IP address, browser type, and operating system for security and analytics purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

Our primary goal is to connect you with construction professionals. We use your data to:

  • Process your request for a construction estimate.
  • Connect you with up to three (3) vetted independent contractors in our network.
  • Communicate with you regarding your project status.
  • Detect security incidents and protect against malicious activity.

3. Sharing of Information

By submitting an estimate request, you explicitly authorize us to share your information with third-party contractors.

We share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Companies that help us operate the Site (e.g., hosting, form processing).
  • Construction Partners: Independent contractors who will contact you directly to provide the quote you requested.
  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose info if required by law or to protect our rights.

Notice to California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

This section applies solely to visitors, users, and others who reside in the State of California.

A. Categories of Information Collected (Last 12 Months)

Category Collected? Purpose
Identifiers (Name, Email, IP Address) YES To contact you and verify leads.
Commercial Information (Project budget, type) YES To match you with appropriate contractors.
Internet Activity (Browsing history on our site) YES Site analytics and fraud prevention.

B. Your Rights Under CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Know: You may request that we disclose what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
  • Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected about you (subject to certain exceptions).
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

C. "Sale" or "Sharing" of Personal Information

Under the CCPA's broad definition, transferring your contact details to a contractor for the purpose of getting you a quote may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of data.

Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. However, because the sole purpose of this website is to connect you with contractors, opting out will prevent us from fulfilling your request for an estimate.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].

D. Shine the Light Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits users of our Site that are California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

4. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://thereddingcontractor.com/