Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Power of Sale Listings ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide
• Contact Form Submissions: Name, email, and message content
• Saved Search Preferences: Your search criteria and notification settings

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, and interactions with features
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
• Cookies: See our Cookie Policy section below

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Send you email notifications about saved searches and new listings
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations
• Comply with real estate board VOW requirements

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist in operating our services (e.g., email delivery, hosting providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Real Estate Board Compliance: When required to demonstrate compliance with VOW regulations
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Account information: Until account deletion is requested
• Email notification preferences: Until changed or account is deleted
• Search history: Up to 12 months for service improvement
• Contact form submissions: Up to 24 months

6. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
• Enable essential website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication requirements

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in each email
• Notification Preferences: Manage your email notification settings in your account

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact page or update your settings in your account dashboard.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete that information.

11. International Data Transfers

Our services are hosted in Canada. If you access our services from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to and processed in Canada. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our contact page.