Privacy Policy
This policy sets out how we handle your professional data and what you can ask us to do with it.
Last updated: June 2026 · Version 1.0
Information Collection
We collect information you provide directly when you create an account, build your professional profile, or communicate with other users. This includes:
- Account identity
- Name, email address, mobile number, and password (encrypted).
- Professional profile
- Profile title, bio, organisation name, city, state, years of experience, team size, and uploaded portfolio images.
- Documents
- ID proof, business registration, qualification certificates, and GST number for verification.
- Financial details
- Transaction IDs and billing information processed via our payment gateway. We do not store card details.
How We Use Your Data
We don't just collect data — we use it purposefully. Your information supports the platform decisions that let us:
- Personalisation
- Tailoring the marketplace to show you professionals and clients that match your preferences and location.
- Verification
- Reviewing uploaded documents to verify professionals and build trust across the community.
- Communication
- Sending service updates, verification status, and account notifications.
- Operational integrity
- Preventing fraudulent activity and maintaining the quality of the NearMe Community network.
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access & export
- You have the right to request a digital copy of all personal data we hold about you at any time.
- Right to erasure
- You can request permanent deletion of your account and associated personal identifiers from our systems.
- Right to portability
- Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to correction
- Update or correct any inaccurate information on your profile at any time.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit. Passwords are stored encrypted.
- Infrastructure
- Secure cloud infrastructure with regular security audits and access controls.
- Storage
- Portfolio images and documents are stored on our VPS with API key authentication.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns, get in touch and we'll respond within 24–48 business hours.
By using NearMe Community, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.