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Privacy Policy

Updated 01/20/2025

Summary

Housing Us, Inc. operates the website housingus.co (the “Website”), which provides information and services (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information and outlines your rights.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. If you have any questions, please contact us at transform@housingus.co.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data:
  • Personal Information You Provide: Name, phone number, postal address, email address, or other details you provide when using our Service.
  • Log Data: Information your browser sends when visiting our Website, including:Internet Protocol (IP) address
    • Browser type and version
    • Pages visited and time spent on them
    • Date and time of access
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to enhance your experience. See Section 5 for more details.
  • Other Data: Any other information you voluntarily provide or that we collect with your consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our Service.
  • To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries.
  • To analyze Website usage and improve user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

We only collect and process personal data when we have a lawful basis, such as your consent, the necessity of fulfilling a contract, or our legitimate interests.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties, such as:

  • Service Providers: To perform tasks on our behalf, like analytics, hosting, and customer support.
  • Legal Obligations: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.

Third parties are bound by confidentiality and are not permitted to use your information for any purpose other than fulfilling their responsibilities.

4. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access and Portability: Request a copy of the data we have about you.
  • Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Restriction: Limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
  • Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Data Transfer: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

To exercise these rights, email us at transform@housingus.co. We will respond within 15 days.

5. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience. Cookies help us understand user behavior and track trends. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how the Website is used.

You can choose to disable cookies, but some parts of the Service may not function as intended.

6. Data Security

We prioritize the security of your personal data and take reasonable precautions to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:
  • Encryption: Protecting data in transit and at rest using strong encryption protocols.
  • Access Controls: Limiting access to personal data to authorized personnel only, based on their job responsibilities.
  • Regular Audits: Periodically reviewing our security practices and infrastructure to identify and address vulnerabilities.
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of our systems for suspicious activity or potential threats.
Data Breach Response Procedure While we strive to ensure the safety of your personal information, no method of transmission or storage is entirely secure. In the unlikely event of a data breach, we have a comprehensive response plan to mitigate harm and comply with legal obligations. Our procedure includes the following steps:
  1. Immediate Containment and Assessment:
    • Identify and isolate affected systems to prevent further unauthorized access.
    • Assess the nature and scope of the breach, including the types of data compromised.
  2. Internal Reporting:
    • Notify our internal data protection team and senior management as soon as the breach is identified.
    • Document all relevant details about the breach, including how it occurred and its impact.
  3. Risk Mitigation:
    • Implement corrective measures to address vulnerabilities and secure affected systems.
    • Collaborate with cybersecurity experts if necessary to strengthen defenses.
  4. Notification to Authorities:
    • Report the breach to appropriate regulatory authorities (e.g., within 72 hours as required by GDPR) if it meets legal notification thresholds.
  5. User Notification:
    6. Inform affected individuals promptly, including:
    • A description of the breach and the data involved.
    • Recommendations for steps they can take to protect themselves (e.g., resetting passwords).
    • Contact information for further assistance.
    • Notifications will be made via email, our Website, or other direct communication channels.
  6. Post-Incident Review:
    • Conduct a thorough review to determine the cause of the breach.
    • Update security policies and procedures to prevent future incidents.
    • Provide additional training to employees if necessary.
Your Responsibility While we take significant measures to protect your data, your cooperation is essential. We encourage you to:
  • Use strong, unique passwords for your accounts.
  • Avoid sharing sensitive information in unsecure environments.
  • Contact us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your data.
This policy ensures that we handle any security incidents with transparency, diligence, and a focus on minimizing harm to affected individuals. If you have further questions about our data security practices, please reach out to us at transform@housingus.co.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our Service from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. We take steps to ensure your data is protected according to applicable laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us immediately.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be highlighted.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: transform@housingus.co
Mail: Housing Us, Inc 51 JFK Parkway, First Floor West Short Hills, NJ 07078