Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 5, 2026
Project Cost ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Information You Provide: When you use our calculators, request quotes, purchase a premium report, or apply as a contractor, we collect the information you submit (for example: project details, email, name, phone, and ZIP code).
- Automatically Collected Information: We automatically collect certain technical information including IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referring URLs through standard web server logs and analytics.
- Cookies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our cost estimation tools and related content
- Process quote requests and respond to inquiries
- Process payments and deliver premium reports (when purchased)
- Communicate with you about your requests
- Analyze website usage to improve user experience
- Prevent fraud and ensure site security
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our website (hosting, security, email delivery, payment processing)
- Payment Processors: When you make payments, your payment information is processed by Square (card payments) and/or NOWPayments (crypto payments) and is subject to their privacy policies
- Contractors: If you request quotes and we connect you with local contractors, we may share the information you submitted so they can respond
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as needed to provide the service:
- Quote requests: up to 180 days
- Estimate records: up to 30 days
- Premium report orders: up to 7 days
- Contractor applications: up to 365 days
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to information we have about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (where applicable)
- Opt out of marketing communications
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to contractor websites and external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post any changes on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, visit our homepage to get started.