Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 28, 2025
Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how Jeff Podgorski (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you visit our website (the “Site”) and when you submit inquiries about properties or services.
Scope
This Policy applies to personal information collected through the Site and via our inquiry forms and email communications. It does not apply to information collected offline unless otherwise stated, or to third-party websites and services.
Personal Information We Collect
We may collect:
Contact details: name, email address, phone number, and city/region.
Inquiry details: property of interest, service needs, preferred contact times, and any message you provide.
Technical data: IP address, device and browser information, pages visited, time on page, and referring site.
Cookies and analytics data: via Google Analytics (see Section 7).
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., financial account numbers, government IDs) through the Site.
How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
Respond to your inquiries and provide real estate services.
Schedule viewings and share property information.
Improve the Site’s performance, usability, and content.
Maintain security and prevent misuse.
Comply with legal obligations.
Legal Basis (Canada)
We rely on your consent and on legitimate business interests to collect and use personal information, consistent with applicable Canadian privacy laws. You may withdraw consent at any time (see Section 10), subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
Sharing and Disclosure
We may share personal information:
With service providers who help operate the Site and our communications (e.g., web hosting, email, analytics), under appropriate safeguards.
If required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order.
In connection with a business transition (e.g., change of representation), where permitted by law.
We do not sell personal information.
Cookies and Google Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site and understand usage. Google Analytics collects data such as IP address, device/browser, and interactions to provide aggregated reports. Google may process this information according to its policies. You can:
Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
Use Google’s opt-out tools (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on).
Note: Blocking cookies may affect Site functionality.
Privacy and Google Analytics
Your use of the Site is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, and disclosed. The Site uses Google Analytics to help analyze usage and improve the user experience. By using the Site, you consent to the processing of data by Google in accordance with Google’s policies. Please review the Privacy Policy carefully for details, including how to opt out of certain analytics and cookies.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described, to meet legal obligations, and to resolve disputes. Inquiry records may be retained for business and compliance purposes.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Subject to applicable law, you may:
Access and request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Withdraw consent to processing and ask us to delete your information (where applicable).
To exercise rights, contact us using the details in Section 13. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
International Transfers
The Site is operated from Ontario, Canada. Some service providers (including Google) may process data in other jurisdictions. By using the Site, you acknowledge such transfers subject to appropriate safeguards.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on the Site, indicated by the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of the updated Policy.
Contact
For questions or concerns about these Terms, contact us.
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