BIDITPRO MESSAGING & ANTI-CIRCUMVENTION POLICY

Effective Date: December 2, 2025

OVERVIEW

This Policy explains how messaging works on BidItPro and why protecting the Connection Fee system is essential. The $5 Connection Fee paid by Contractors when their bid is accepted is BidItPro's sole revenue source and enables us to provide the platform free to homeowners.

TWO-STATE MESSAGING SYSTEM

Pre-Payment State: Before the Connection Fee is paid, communication is limited to the bidding interface. Messages are filtered to automatically remove personal identifiable information (PII) including: phone numbers, email addresses, social media handles, website URLs, physical addresses, and any coded attempts to share contact information. Post-Payment State: After the Contractor pays the $5 Connection Fee, full messaging is unlocked. Both parties can: exchange phone numbers and email addresses; share any contact information freely; communicate through any preferred method; and coordinate service details directly.

AUTOMATIC PII FILTERING

Our system automatically scans pre-payment messages and filters: phone numbers in any format; email addresses; social media usernames (@handles); URLs and website addresses; and patterns that appear to be coded contact information. Filtered content is replaced with [FILTERED] to indicate removal. This protects both parties and maintains platform integrity.

WHY THIS MATTERS

The Connection Fee system: keeps BidItPro free for homeowners; provides qualified leads to Contractors; ensures commitment from both parties; funds platform development and support; and creates a sustainable business model. Circumventing this system harms all users by threatening the platform's viability.

PROHIBITED CIRCUMVENTION METHODS

The following are strictly prohibited before Connection Fee payment: Direct Sharing: Attempting to share phone numbers, emails, or other contact info in any format. Coded Language: Using creative spelling, word substitution, or codes (e.g., "five five five, one two three, four five six seven" for a phone number). External Platforms: Directing users to find you on social media, business directories, or other websites.

In-Person Requests: Asking to meet in person to exchange information before payment.

Third-Party Communication: Using someone else to relay contact information.

Cancel and Reconnect: Encouraging homeowners to cancel jobs and contact you directly.

DETECTION AND MONITORING

We employ multiple methods to detect circumvention attempts: automated pattern detection; machine learning analysis; user reports; manual review of flagged content; and behavioral analysis. Sophisticated attempts to evade detection are treated more severely.

CONSEQUENCES OF VIOLATIONS

First Offense: Warning and education about the policy. *Second Offense:

Temporary suspension (7-30 days). Third Offense:

Permanent account termination.

Egregious Violations: Immediate permanent termination and potential legal action. Additionally, Contractors who violate this policy forfeit any pending refunds and may be required to pay damages.

REPORTING CIRCUMVENTION

If another user attempts to circumvent the Connection Fee: do not respond with your contact information; report the user through the app; include screenshots if possible; and email support@biditpro.com for serious violations. Users who report violations in good faith are protected from retaliation.

LEGITIMATE COMMUNICATION

Before payment, you MAY discuss: job details and requirements; pricing and bid clarifications; scheduling availability (general); questions about the work; and Contractor qualifications and experience. This ensures productive communication while protecting the platform.

AFTER CONNECTION FEE PAYMENT

Once the Contractor pays the $5 fee: all messaging restrictions are lifted; contact information is automatically shared; users may communicate through any channel; and the relationship continues directly between the parties.

CONTACT

Questions about this policy: BiditPro LLC, 8150 S Yukon Avenue, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Email: support@biditpro.com