Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to https://background-checks-for-real-estate-agents.laneexplorer.com (hereafter referred to as “Background Checks for Real Estate Agents,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy details our practices regarding the collection, storage, access, and handling of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:
- Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Quebec Law 25
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
- General Data Protection Law (LGPD) of Brazil
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and Colorado Private Information Protection Act (CPA) of the United States
- Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA), Connecticut Comprehensive Credit Reporting Act (CTDPA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), and South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to all aspects of our website, applications, services, and products associated with the domain https://background-checks-for-real-estate-agents.laneexplorer.com. Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services accessible through links on our site. Each of these third parties has its own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.
Processing Activities
This policy covers situations where you:
- Use any of our applications, software, or services as an authorized user.
- Visit our websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
- Engage with us through communications like newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).
Personal Data Collection
We gather several types of personal data, including:
- Account Information: Details related to your user account, such as username, password, and profile settings.
- Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history for processing transactions.
- Financial Information: Bank account details, investment portfolios, or other financial records.
- Purchase Information: Items bought, purchase frequency, and related transaction details.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, IP addresses, and mobile app usage data from your smartphone or tablet.
- Location Data: GPS coordinates and location-based services data when you use our location-enabled services.
- Feedback: Reviews, ratings, comments, and suggestions provided by users.
- Social Media Information: Username, profile information, and content shared on social media platforms when you interact with us through them.
- Product Information: Details about products or services you inquire about or purchase from us.
We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, account sign-ups, interactions with our applications, automated technologies (like cookies), and third-party providers who share personal information with us under strict agreements.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and for analytics purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that help us remember user preferences, understand usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. They fall into three categories:
- Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functions of our website work, like remembering login details.
- Preference: Cookies in this category remember settings you’ve chosen to personalize your experience.
- Analytics: Used by analytics providers to track anonymous site usage and gather metrics for improvement.
You can control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your preferences.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes specified in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or when these purposes are no longer applicable, we delete or anonymize the data securely.
Security Measures
We implement robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, regular security assessments, and employee training on privacy practices.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian concerned about our collection of child information, please contact us using the details provided below.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Access to and rectification of your data.
- Erasure (right to be forgotten).
- Restriction or object to processing.
- Right to data portability.
- Right to withdraw consent.
- Right not to be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.
To exercise these rights or have any data-related queries, please contact our Data Privacy Team using the details provided in the “Contact Information” section below. We will respond to your request as quickly as possible within the timeframes set by applicable laws.
Changes to Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about your privacy rights and protections.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, data-related questions, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
- Email: contact@background-checks-for-real-estate-agents.laneexplorer.com
- Address: [Provide physical address]