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Connections Guide: How They Work and Why They Matter

Connections are Vetano’s way of keeping communication private, consent-based, and high-trust.

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Written by Chris Fairley
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Unlike open DMs or cold emails, Connections ensure both sides are real (ID-verified) and that private details are shared only when both people agree.


What Is a Connection?

A Connection request is an invitation to start a private conversation on Vetano.

When you send a Connection request, it includes:

  • A short message from you

  • A private chat that opens only if accepted

  • Access to personal contact details and attachments only if the recipient allows it


How Connections Work

✅ 1) Both users must be ID-verified

Only ID-verified users can use key trust features and communicate through Connections.

✅ 2) You send a Connection request to open chat

Vetano does not use open DMs. The recipient chooses whether to accept.

✅ 3) Chat + private info unlock only after acceptance

Personal contact info and attachments (resume/certs/licenses/awards) are kept private by default.
They become visible only after a Connection is accepted.


Why Connections Matter

🛡️ Privacy + safety

Prevents spam and protects users from unwanted contact.

✅ Real intent

Connections signal that someone is serious — not just mass messaging.

🤝 Better hiring and collaboration

Employers can chat with applicants and talent; talent can message employers; businesses can collaborate — all with verified trust.


Who Uses Connections?

🏢 Employers

  • Message talent who applied

  • Reach out to talent proactively

  • Coordinate quickly for jobs, interviews, or gigs

👤 Talent

  • Communicate with employers and businesses

  • Follow up after applying

  • Collaborate with other talent when relevant

📢 Influencers / 👤 Clients (Coming Soon)

Connections will support future use cases like partnerships and booking while keeping communication verified and secure.


Pricing (Updated)

Connections are not pay-per-connection anymore.

Instead, connection requests are included in plans:

Talent

  • Free: Apply to unlimited jobs + build your verified profile

  • Pro ($79/month or $790/year): includes sending Connection requests, applying for gigs, and posting your own gigs

Employers

Employer plans include a monthly amount of connections:

  • Essential: 10 connections/month

  • Growth: 30 connections/month

  • Scale: 90 connections/month

  • Enterprise: unlimited connections/month
    Limited Time Promo: 1 job post + 1 gig post + 5 connections

(See the Pricing page in-app for the latest plan details.)


Quick Notes

  • Connections are meant to keep Vetano respectful and spam-free

  • The recipient controls whether to accept

  • Private details stay private unless a Connection is accepted

Need help? Go to Settings → Help in the app.

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