Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 29, 2026

Azure Aegis ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and platform at azureaegis.org.

Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the platform.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, business name, and password when you register.
• Professional Information: Contractor license numbers, insurance certificates, trade specialties, and service areas.
• Payment Information: Billing details processed through our third-party payment processor. We do not store full card numbers on our servers.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, job postings, messages sent, and other platform activity.
• Photos and Documents: Images and files you upload in connection with jobs or your profile.
• Location Data: General location (city/state/zip) to enable contractor matching. We do not track real-time GPS without explicit consent.
• Communications: Messages sent through the platform between contractors, homeowners, and field techs.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account
• To match homeowners with contractors based on trade, location, and availability
• To process payments and send invoices
• To display your profile and TrustScore to relevant parties
• To send service-related communications (job updates, platform alerts)
• To improve the platform through analytics
• To comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Other platform users: Contractor profiles (name, trade, location, TrustScore) are visible to homeowners and investors who request services.
• Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (payment processors, background check providers, hosting services, analytics).
• Legal authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect the rights and safety of our users and the public.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the successor entity.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain session state, remember your preferences, and analyze platform usage. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function correctly without them.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at the address below.

6. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong, unique password and to notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access.

7. Children's Privacy

Azure Aegis is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn we have collected information from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights (California Residents — CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@azureaegis.org.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies independently.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Azure Aegis
Email: privacy@azureaegis.org
Website: azureaegis.org