Privacy Policy
Introduction
At Ocean Breeze Realty Group, we are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website or engage with our real estate services.
By using our website or services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide real estate services and improve your experience. The types of personal data we collect include:
Identification Information: Name, email, phone number, and mailing address.
Real Estate Preferences: Details about the type of properties you are searching for or selling.
Financial Information: Mortgage pre-approval status (if applicable and voluntarily provided).
Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website interactions.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Used for website analytics, personalization, and targeted marketing.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is collected and used only for purposes that align with PIPEDA’s guidelines and real estate industry standards, including:
✔ Responding to your inquiries and assisting with buying or selling property. ✔ Providing real estate market updates, listings, and relevant property recommendations. ✔ Processing transactions, contracts, and referrals. ✔ Improving website functionality and user experience. ✔ Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
Disclosure of Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or trade personal information. Your data may be shared in the following circumstances:
Business Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., mortgage brokers, home inspectors, legal professionals) that assist in real estate transactions.
Regulatory Compliance: If required by law or a court order, we may disclose information to legal authorities.
Marketing & Advertising: With consent, we may use anonymized data for targeted real estate advertising.
Consent & Your Rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
✅ Access & Correction: You can request access to the personal data we hold and correct inaccuracies. ✅ Withdrawal of Consent: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time. ✅ Deletion Requests: You may request the removal of personal information, unless required for legal reasons. ✅ Data Portability: Upon request, we can provide a copy of the information we have collected about you.
Data Protection & Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or breaches. These include:
🔒 Secure servers and encrypted storage. 🔒 Limited access to personal data within our team. 🔒 Regular audits and updates to privacy practices.
Despite our best efforts, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure. We advise users to take precautions when sharing sensitive information online.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance website functionality and marketing efforts. You may modify browser settings to disable cookies; however, doing so may impact website performance.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party platforms (e.g., MLS listings, financial institutions). We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage users to review external privacy policies before interacting.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal and regulatory changes. Updates will be posted on this page, with the last revision date included.
Last updated: May 15, 2025
Contact Information
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📩 Email: keith@soldbykeith.com 📞 Phone: 250-668-7171
🏢 Business Address: 104-909 Island Hwy Campbell River, British Columbia V9W 2C2
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