Update: July 23, 2024
General
BLDGDNA.com (referred to collectively as the “Site,” "Website," or "BLDGDNA" in these Terms of Use) promotes the use of this Site as a resource for obtaining and sharing information and knowledge about construction and professionals. It aims to provide everyone with high-quality information, photographs, and graphics.
By using the Site, you agree to comply with all terms, conditions, and notices outlined or referenced herein (the “Terms of Use”). If you do not agree with these Terms of Use, please refrain from using the Site. We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms of Use at our discretion. Please review the Terms of Use periodically for any updates. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted signifies your acceptance of those changes.
Privacy Statement
BLDGDNA.com may gather and collect information to enhance functionality and content, as well as to monitor performance. We respect your right to confidentiality and are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy. The Site adheres to the following strict privacy principles:
When the Site requires personal information to offer visitors customized content or to notify them about new services or features, visitors will be explicitly asked to provide that information.
Personal information provided by visitors (e.g., name, email, address, etc.) will remain confidential and will not be shared with anyone unless visitors explicitly authorize BLDGDNA.com to do so, e.g. to be used in a service.
We may share only aggregate statistical data about our visitors (like usage patterns and demographics) with our Site partners. Personally identifiable information will not be disclosed without the visitor's explicit consent. All personal data is kept in a secure database and transmitted through an encrypted Internet channel.
Modifications and Termination of Use
BLDGDNA.com reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make improvements and/or modifications to any aspect of the website at any time. The Site assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from these changes. Additionally, BLDGDNA.com may, at its discretion, terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Site or services, with or without notice, with or without reason.
Advertisements and Third-Party Content
BLDGDNA.com does not assume any responsibility or provide any warranty regarding the accuracy, reliability, or correctness of advertisements or promotional content displayed on the Site or any other media related to BLDGDNA.com. The inclusion of advertisements or third-party content does not imply endorsement or validation by BLDGDNA.com. Any reliance on such advertisements or content is solely at your own risk. BLDGDNA.com disclaims all liability for any issues or damages arising from the use of or reliance on advertisements or third-party content associated with the Site.
Disclaimer
All materials, information, software, products, and services offered on or through the Site (collectively referred to as the “content”) are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Site makes no warranties or takes any responsibilities regarding the accuracy, reliability, or correctness of the content. No information provided is intended for use in construction purposes. Your use of the Site and content is entirely at your own risk and responsibility.
The Site includes data and information sourced from official government websites and open to public websites and other medias and is presented "as is" without any warranty. BLDGDNA.com does not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information or materials obtained from these sources or any analysis derived from them. Any reliance on such information or materials is at your own risk. BLDGDNA.com and its partners are not liable for any inaccuracies, errors, omissions, interruptions, delays, deletions, defects, performance failures, viruses, communication line failures, alterations, or misuse of content, regardless of the cause, or for any resulting damages. BLDGDNA.com disclaims any liability for any harm resulting from downloading, accessing, or sharing information from the Site or from other Internet sites linked through it.
Trademarks
The trademarks featured on BLDGDNA.com, including logos, trade names, and service marks, are owned by BLDGDNA.com, whether registered or unregistered. They should not be used in connection with products or services unrelated to them, as this could create confusion or potentially damage the reputation of their rightful owners. Trademarks not owned by BLDGDNA.com are the property of their respective owners. The content on BLDGDNA.com does not authorize the use of any licenses or trademarks without written permission from the respective owners, whether by implication or otherwise. Unauthorized use or abuse of these trademarks is strictly prohibited.
Cookies
The Site may store cookies in your browser's files. Cookies are small pieces of data transferred to your hard drive by a website for record-keeping purposes. BLDGDNA.com uses cookies to tailor content to your interests during your online visit. These cookies do not contain personal information but can link your Site usage to information you've voluntarily provided. They do not impact your computer or system settings. You can delete cookies by selecting the 'Remove cookies' option in your browser settings, and you can block cookies by adjusting your browser settings accordingly.