Privacy Policy

Overview

The House of Starts Privacy Policy outlines our policies and procedures regarding data collection, usage, and protection across all products and services on our website. Our commitment is to safeguard your data with clarity on your privacy rights and the legal protections in place.

House of Starts does not sell your information to third parties for monetary gain, advertising, or promotional purposes. We uphold the confidentiality and security of your data.

Information We Collect

Purpose of Data Collection

We collect data to understand our users better and enhance service quality. Users typically share information when they contact us via email, contact forms, or lead generation forms.

Types of Information Collected

1. Personal Data

We may request specific personal details to identify or communicate with you, including:

• Email address
• First and last names
• Phone number
• Address details: State, Province, ZIP/Postal Code, City

Third-Party Social Media Accounts

We may collect relevant activities or contact list data associated with those accounts if you interact through services like Google, Facebook, or Twitter.

2. Usage Data

Automatically collected information includes:

• IP address, browser type, and version
• Browsing history on our site, including visited pages and time spent
• Device details, if accessed via mobile, include unique device ID, IP address, operating system, and other relevant identifiers.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, beacons, tags, and scripts to monitor and enhance user experience.

• Cookies: Small files on your device that track your website interactions. You may refuse cookies; however, doing so may limit some website functionality.
• Web Beacons: Small emails or website files that track page visits or engagement with specific content.
• Persistent and Session Cookies: Persistent cookies remain on your device offline; session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
• Flash Cookies: Used to store preferences on certain features, managed differently than browser cookies.

Use of Collected Information

Our primary uses of data are to:

• Improve services, personalize experiences, and provide requested information.
• Communicate service updates, respond to customer support requests, and inform about new offerings.
• Collect feedback and communicate policy updates.

Opt-Out Options

Users may limit data use by opting out at any stage or not providing certain information. Only authorized employees or vendors access user data and only for legitimate purposes.

Purpose of Data Use

House of Starts may use your information for:

• Service development and monitoring usage.
• Manage user accounts and provide registered user functionalities.
• Executing contracts related to products or services.
• Contacting you regarding updates, offers, or service-related information.
• Handling user requests and data analysis to improve our offerings.

Data Sharing and Security

With Whom We Share Your Data

Your personal information is shared only with your consent or as required. House of Starts operates data processing at its business locations and may transfer data securely to other regions.

Data Security

House of Starts ensures the secure handling of your data per this Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary. Data is deleted, anonymized, or isolated when no longer needed.

• User-Submitted Content: Comments and metadata are stored indefinitely to streamline follow-up interactions.
• User Profiles: Registered users can manage their personal information in profiles, though usernames are non-editable. Administrators may also access and modify user data.

Disclosure Requests

Users have the right to request details on the personal data we collect and its usage. They may also request data deletion, subject to exceptions (e.g., legal or security needs).

Changes to Privacy Policy

House of Starts periodically reviews and updates this Privacy Policy to reflect current data protection laws and industry practices. Any updates will be posted on this page.