Privacy Policy
Alright crew, let's talk straight about how we handle your information. No legal mumbo-jumbo—just honest talk about what we collect, why we need it, and what we do with it.
Last Updated: November 2025
The Bottom Line Up Front
SideJob is a free service for jobsite workers, operated by Supported Systems and built on dignity.ink principles. That means we're not trying to monetize your data, surveil your activity, or extract value from you. We exist to connect people working on jobsites—nothing more, nothing less. Here's the deal:
- We collect what we need to connect you with other contractors—name, trade, location, that kind of stuff
- We don't sell your info to telemarketers, lead generation companies, or anyone else
- You control your data—want it gone? Just ask. We're not holding it hostage
- We use industry-standard security—encrypted connections, secure servers, the works
Why SideJob is Free (And Why That Matters)
Most platforms make money by treating users as data sources—tracking your behavior, selling your information, or taking cuts of your transactions. We don't do any of that.
SideJob is operated by Supported Systems as a free service because people working on jobsites deserve platforms that respect them, not extract from them. We're built on dignity.ink principles—your professional data belongs to you, period.
This means:
- No behavioral tracking for profit - We only collect what's necessary to connect workers
- No AI training on your data - Your job postings and messages stay yours
- No surveillance capitalism - We're a connection tool, not a data harvesting operation
- Technical impossibility, not promises - Our architecture prevents data abuse, not just policies
Want to learn more about our commitments? Check out our full commitments page.
What Information We Collect (And Why)
Account & Profile Stuff
When you sign up, we need the basics to make this work:
- Your name and contact info - So other contractors can reach you when there's work
- Trade/specialty info - What you do, what equipment you have, your skills
- Business location - Your service area (nobody's sending you 200 miles for a 2-hour job)
- License information - Optional, but helps build trust with other pros
- Photos/portfolio - Show off your work if you want
Why we need this:
Without this info, we can't match you with relevant jobs or let other contractors know what you bring to the table. It's like showing up to a job without your tools—doesn't work.
How You Use SideJob
We track basic usage to make things better:
- Jobs you post or respond to - So we can show you relevant opportunities
- Messages between contractors - Stored for disputes and to improve messaging features
- Reviews and ratings - Public info that helps everyone make good decisions
- Search history - So we can suggest better matches next time
Real talk:
This is how we learn what's working and what's not. If everyone's searching for excavators but getting plumber results, we need to know that and fix it.
Technical Stuff (Boring But Necessary)
- Device info - What phone/computer you're using (helps us fix bugs)
- IP address - Standard internet stuff for security
- Cookies - Small files that remember you're logged in (you can turn these off if you want the inconvenience)
- Location data - Only when you use location features, and you can say no
What We DON'T Do With Your Info
We DON'T sell your data to third parties
Period. We're not a lead generation company. We're not selling your email to spam lists.
We DON'T share your personal info with advertisers
Your business is your business. We're not handing out your phone number or email to marketing companies.
We DON'T track you across other websites
What you do on other sites is none of our business. We only care about how SideJob works for you.
We DON'T require more info than necessary
You want to keep some things private? Fine by us. We only ask for what we actually need.
How We Protect Your Information
Look, we're contractors too. We know what happens when security is an afterthought on a job site. We take this seriously:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS) - Everything between your device and our servers is locked down
- Secure password storage - We use industry-standard hashing (your password is scrambled, not stored in plain text)
- Regular security updates - We patch vulnerabilities like you'd fix a leak before it becomes a flood
- Access controls - Only essential team members can access user data, and everything's logged
- Backup systems - Your data is backed up regularly in case something goes sideways
Real world:
No system is 100% hack-proof—anyone who tells you different is lying. But we use the same security measures as banks and healthcare companies. If someone does break in, we'll let you know right away, not months later when it's too late.
Your Rights (You're In Control)
Access Your Data
Want to see everything we have on you? Just ask. We'll send you a complete copy of your account data. No hoops to jump through, no fees.
Correct Mistakes
Got old information or something wrong? You can update most stuff yourself in your profile settings. For anything else, contact us and we'll fix it.
Delete Your Account
Done with SideJob? No hard feelings. You can delete your account anytime. We'll remove your personal info within 30 days. (We might keep some anonymous data for legal/tax reasons, but nothing that identifies you.)
Opt Out of Marketing
Don't want update emails or notifications? Turn them off in settings. We'll still send you essential stuff (like someone responded to your job posting), but that's it.
When We Share Information (Limited Cases)
We keep your info private, but there are a few situations where we have to share:
With Other Contractors (Obviously)
When you post a job or respond to one, the other contractor sees your profile info. That's the whole point.
Service Providers
We use third-party services for things like payment processing, email delivery, and hosting. They only get the minimum info needed to do their job, and they're contractually required to protect it.
Legal Requirements
If we get a valid subpoena or court order, we have to comply. We'll fight overreach, but we're not going to jail for anyone. We'll notify you if legally allowed.
Business Transfers
If SideJob gets acquired or merged, your data goes with the business. But the new owner has to follow this same privacy policy.
Safety Situations
If we believe someone's in danger or there's fraud happening, we might share info with law enforcement. Better safe than sorry.
Kids Under 18
SideJob is for licensed professionals only. You need to be 18+ to use it. If we find out someone under 18 signed up, we'll delete their account immediately. If you're a parent and think your kid somehow got on here, contact us right away.
Changes to This Policy
We might update this policy from time to time—new features, legal requirements, that kind of thing. When we make changes:
- We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- For big changes, we'll email you or show a notification when you log in
- For minor tweaks, we'll just update this page
Keep using SideJob after we update the policy means you're cool with the changes. If you're not, you can delete your account—no penalty, no hassle.
Questions? Concerns? Just Ask.
Look, privacy policies can be confusing even when we write them in plain English. If something doesn't make sense or you have questions about how we handle your data, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd rather answer your questions than have you worry about it.
Contact Us:
- Email: privacy@sidejob.pro
- Support Page: sidejob.pro/contact
- Response Time: We'll get back to you within 48 hours (usually faster)
We're all contractors here. We get it—you want to know your information is safe and you're not signing up for a bunch of spam. That's what we built SideJob around. Straight talk, no runaround.
That's It. No Fine Print.
We built SideJob to help contractors connect with each other efficiently. Your trust is everything. If we ever do something that makes you uncomfortable with how we handle your data, we want to hear about it.
— The SideJob Team