PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: August 14,2023
Welcome to Caret Homes website. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding the personal information you provide while using our services. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use and protect it, and the choices you have regarding your data. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
What data are we gathering?
When you sign up for our newsletter, complete a form, or share property-related details with us, we gather information from you.
To enhance the browsing experience for all users, we might collect computer-related information such as IP address, operating system, and browser type using Google Analytics. This information is not personally identifiable. You can find further details about the data collection methods employed by Google Analytics on their website.
During the process of purchasing a product or registering on our website, you may be requested to provide your name, email address, mailing address, or phone number, as appropriate. However, it is also possible to explore our website anonymously. If Caret Homes is acquired by or merged with another company, your information may be transferred. In such an event, Caret Homes will notify you before your information is transferred and subjected to a different privacy policy.
How do we make use of the information you provide?
The data we collect from you serves the following purposes:
Transactional Purposes:
We utilize the information you provide to process transactions and ensure the successful delivery of ordered goods or requested services. Your data will never be sold, exchanged, transferred, or shared with any other company without your explicit consent, except for the sole purpose of fulfilling your transaction.
Email Communication:
The email address you provide may be used to send you relevant information, address inquiries, and respond to any requests or questions you may have.
SMS Marketing Campaigns:
We may utilize the phone number you provide to send you periodic updates and marketing messages via text message. If you require assistance or seek further information, you can text the word "SUPPORT" to (610) 756-9896. Please note that standard message and data rates may apply.
You have the choice to unsubscribe from receiving future communications at any time by texting the word "STOP" to (610) 756-9896.
How do we ensure the protection of your data?
We have implemented various security measures to safeguard your personal information when you enter, submit, or access it.
Do we disclose information to third parties?
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personally identifiable information to unaffiliated third parties. This policy applies to any trusted third parties with whom we share your information solely to facilitate website operations, conduct our business, or provide the services you have requested. However, we may disclose your information if we deem it necessary to comply with the law, enforce our website's rules, or protect the rights, property, or safety of others. It is important to note that non-personally identifiable visitor data may still be shared with third parties for marketing, advertising, or other purposes.
Links to external websites
From time to time, we may choose to feature or promote goods or services offered by third parties on our website. It's important to note that these third-party websites have their own separate privacy policies, which may differ from ours. Consequently, we cannot accept responsibility or liability for the information or actions of these linked websites. However, we strive to maintain the accuracy of our website and value any feedback regarding these external sites.
Third Party Services
In general, the third-party providers we engage with will only collect, use, and disclose your information as necessary to fulfill the tasks we have assigned to them.
However, certain third-party service providers, such as payment gateways and financial transaction processors, have their own privacy policies regarding the information we need to share with them for transaction-related purposes.
To gain a better understanding of how these providers handle your personal information, we recommend reviewing the privacy policies of each respective service.
It's important to note that some providers may operate or have facilities in different countries or jurisdictions than you or us. If you proceed with a transaction that involves the services of such providers, your information may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction(s) in which they operate or have facilities.
For instance, if you are located in Pennsylvania and a transaction is processed through a payment gateway in the United States, your personal information used to complete the transaction may be subject to disclosure under US laws, including the Patriot Act.
Once you leave our website or are redirected to a third-party website or application, you are no longer governed by this Privacy Policy or our website's Terms of Service.
Remarketing
Caret Homes utilizes various remarketing cookies from third-party vendors, such as the Google Adwords tracking cookie, to display online advertisements to you, primarily on the Google Content Network (GCN). It's important to emphasize that our commitment to privacy means that we do not collect any personally identifiable information about you through Google's or any other third-party remarketing system.
To deliver targeted advertisements, we may work with third-party vendors like Facebook and Google, who may set cookies on web browsers based on your previous visits to our website. These cookies enable us to continue promoting our services to individuals who have expressed interest in them and offer special deals.
In addition to cookies and similar technologies, we may collaborate with specific third-party companies to personalize advertisements that we believe would be relevant to users. These companies may collect and use additional information about user activities on our website to customize ads on third-party platforms. These advertisements may also utilize cookies to track user behavior.
For instance, we may employ Google's "remarketing" service, which allows us to display our ads on other websites within their content network, based on your past interactions with our website.
Google AdWords may be used on this Website
To reach out to previous visitors of our website, we employ Google AdWords remarketing, which displays advertisements on other websites, including Google. This practice allows us to target advertising to individuals who have previously visited our site but may not have completed specific actions, such as submitting a contact form. These ads may appear as Google search result page advertisements or on websites within the Google Display Network.
Third-party vendors, including Google, utilize cookies to deliver advertisements based on users' previous visits to the Be New Properties website. Any data collected is handled in accordance with our privacy policy as well as Google's privacy policies.
What is the Pennsylvania Online Privacy Protection Act?
The Pennsylvania Online Privacy Protection Act is a law created to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals who utilize online platforms and websites within the state of Pennsylvania. The primary objective of this act is to set forth regulations and standards that website operators must adhere to when it comes to the collection, storage, and disclosure of users' personal information.
The act serves to promote transparency, accountability, and the safeguarding of individuals' privacy rights in the digital realm. It requires website operators in Pennsylvania to handle personal information in a responsible manner and provide users with the ability to control their own data. By enforcing these regulations, the act aims to ensure the protection of individuals' privacy and foster trust between online users and website operators in Pennsylvania.
Compliance with Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
Adhering to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is vital for online platforms and website operators in order to safeguard the privacy and personal data of children under the age of 13. COPPA sets forth specific obligations and guidelines for operators of websites and online services that are aimed at children or knowingly collect personal information from children. By complying with COPPA, these operators can ensure the protection of children's privacy and maintain a safe online environment for young users.
Information Regarding Personal, Financial, and Property
As a provider of real estate services, we may request certain information from you before we can offer assistance. This information may include your contact details, property specifics, and, in rare instances, financial information to assess your property and its condition. Rest assured that this information is strictly used for our internal purposes and will not be shared with third parties unless it is absolutely necessary to help resolve your real estate matter. We prioritize the confidentiality and privacy of your information throughout the process.
Online Privacy Policy
This privacy statement pertains exclusively to the data collected online and does not encompass any data collected offline.
Changes to our Privacy Policy
This privacy statement pertains exclusively to the data collected online and does not encompass any data collected offline.
Contact Us
If you have any inquiries regarding this privacy statement, you can contact us using the contact information provided on our website.
Caret Homes
(610) 756-9896
ands.madhavan@gmail.com
Allentown, Pennsylvania