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Carrier Nest

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 31, 2025
Contact: support@carriernest.com

CarrierNest ("CarrierNest", "we", "us", or "our") provides a logistics coordination platform connecting carriers, shippers, and brokers to streamline the management and execution of freight transportation services.

This Privacy Policy describes how CarrierNest collects, uses, discloses, and secures your personal information when you access or use our web-based platform, mobile applications, or related services ("Services"). By using the Services, you consent to the data practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use our Services.

We may update this Policy periodically and will notify users by posting changes to this URL and, where appropriate, by other means.

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Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

"Personal Information" refers to information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked to an individual. This may include:

  • Name, address, email address, and phone number
  • Company affiliation and role
  • DOT, MC, CDL numbers, and insurance documentation (for carriers)
  • Payment-related information (processed via third-party providers)
  • Geolocation and device-related identifiers
  • Login credentials and communication preferences

b. How We Collect Information

We collect Personal Information when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Use or interact with the Services
  • Communicate with our support team
  • Enable location or device features (e.g., GPS tracking)

We also receive information from:

  • Third-party integrations (e.g., CRM, FMCSA, insurance databases)
  • Cookies, web beacons, and server logs
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Use of Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Deliver, maintain, and improve our Services
  • Authenticate user access
  • Provide support, training, and user engagement
  • Facilitate billing and payments
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
  • Analyze aggregated trends for operational improvements
  • Send service updates, transactional messages, and marketing communications (with opt-out options)
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Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information:

  • With third-party vendors for service enablement (e.g., hosting, communications, analytics)
  • With integration and compliance partners (e.g., FMCSA, insurance providers)
  • Within your organization or company account
  • With other platform users when necessary for service execution
  • With law enforcement or legal authorities when required
  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or corporate restructuring
  • With your consent or at your direction

We do not sell, rent, or share your Personal Information with unaffiliated third parties for their own direct marketing.

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Location and Device Data

If you use our mobile applications, we may collect geolocation data to:

  • Match carriers with suitable loads
  • Track shipments
  • Verify job completion and delivery times

You can disable location services at any time through your device settings. However, doing so may limit the functionality of the Services.

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

CarrierNest and its partners use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to:

  • Analyze site usage
  • Personalize your experience
  • Provide targeted communications and advertisements

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For information on opting out of tracking, visit Google Ad Settings.

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Data Retention and Storage

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, and as required by applicable law. Our data is securely stored on U.S.-based cloud infrastructure.

Security of Your Information

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect your Personal Information, including:

  • Encrypted storage and transmission
  • Access control and authentication measures
  • Regular audits and vendor oversight

Despite these efforts, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection of your data, and your use of the Services acknowledges this risk.

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Children's Privacy

CarrierNest does not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently gathered such data, we will delete it promptly. Please notify us at support@carriernest.com if you believe a minor has provided us with Personal Information.

International Users

Our Services are intended for use within the United States. By accessing CarrierNest from outside the U.S., you consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your information in the United States.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and request copies of your Personal Information
  • Update or correct inaccuracies
  • Request deletion, subject to legal limitations
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

support@carriernest.com
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California Residents

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what Personal Information we collect
  • The right to request deletion
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal data (CarrierNest does not sell personal data)
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Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes are effective when posted. Continued use of the Services constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

Contact Us

CarrierNest Privacy Office

Email: support@carriernest.com