Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy is provided by Valdemar Properties LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), which operates the website valdemarbuyshouses.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with us through any channel, including SMS/text messaging.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, submitting any forms, providing your contact information, or opting into our communications, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways, including information you provide directly, information collected automatically, and information from third parties.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with our website, fill out forms, contact us, or use our services, you may voluntarily provide us with the following types of information:

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and your use of our website, including:

• Device and Browser Information: IP address, browser type, OS, device type, identifiers, screen resolution.
• Usage Information: Pages viewed, time spent, links clicked, referring source, search queries.
• Location Information: General location (IP based) or precise location (with permission).
• Cookies and Tracking: Cookies, web beacons, local storage. (See Cookies Policy for more).

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Public records and databases
• Marketing partners and lead generation services
• Social media platforms
• Analytics providers and advertising networks

3. How We Use Your Information

4. SMS/Text Messaging Privacy Practices

4.1 Collection of Mobile Phone Numbers

We collect mobile phone numbers when you voluntarily provide them through our website forms, in person, over the phone, or through other communications.

4.2 Consent for Text Messages

We will only send you SMS/text messages if you have provided your express written consent to receive such messages. Your consent may be provided through:

• Checking a consent checkbox on our website forms
• Texting a keyword to our short code or phone number
• Verbally consenting during a phone call (recorded for verification)
• Signing a written consent form

4.3 Use of Your Mobile Phone Number

Your mobile phone number will be used to:

• Send you text messages related to your property inquiry
• Send appointment reminders and confirmations
• Provide updates on your transaction
• Send promotional messages (only with your consent)

4.4 No Sharing of Mobile Data for Marketing

4.5 Opting Out of Text Messages

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by:

• Replying STOP to any message
• Contacting us directly at (347) 262-1285 or using the information in Section 14

For assistance, reply HELP to any message or contact us at the phone number or email provided in Section 14.

4.6 Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. We are not responsible for any charges from your carrier.

5. How We Share Your Information

6. Information We Do Not Share

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill purposes, comply with laws, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures (Encryption, Access Controls, Secure Storage, etc.). However, no method of transmission is 100% secure. You provide information at your own risk. If you suspect a security breach, contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights and Choices

9.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your data. Contact us to exercise these rights.

9.2 Marketing Communications

• Email: Use the "unsubscribe" link or contact us.
• SMS: Reply STOP to any message.
• Phone: Request to be on our do-not-call list.

9.3 Cookies & Do Not Track

Manage via browser settings. We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights:

• Right to Know: Categories, purposes, and specific pieces of data collected.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion (subject to exceptions).
• Right to Correct: Fix inaccurate info.
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal info.
• Non-Discrimination: No penalty for exercising rights.

Categories Collected (Past 12 Mos): Identifiers, Customer Records, Commercial Info, Internet Activity, Geolocation, Professional Info, Inferences.

11. Other State Privacy Rights

Residents of other states (VA, CO, CT, UT, etc.) may have similar rights. Contact us to exercise applicable rights.

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. Contact us immediately if you believe a child has provided us with info.

13. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites linked from our website. Please read their policies.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. Material changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date and we will notify you if required.