Privacy Policy

Introduction

Jonathan Sherrod (“me,” “I,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, [JonathanSherrod.com] (the “Site”). By using our Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when filling out forms or creating an account to receive updates on our Site.
  • Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect additional information such as your preferences for property alerts or updates about new listings.
  • MLS Data: Information about properties, which we access via Stellar MLS to provide up-to-date listings on our Site.
  • Usage Information: Details on how you navigate and use the Site, collected through cookies or similar technologies.
  • Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other device-related data automatically collected when you visit the Site.
  • Google Analytics and Traffic Monitoring: We use Google Analytics and similar tools to monitor traffic, track usage patterns, and analyze trends to improve the performance of our Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect from you in the following ways:

  • To provide and manage our services, including responding to inquiries and managing property listings.
  • To offer account features, such as property tracking and notifications of new listings based on your preferences.
  • To improve the Site’s functionality and your experience.
  • To send you newsletters, promotions, or other marketing communications, if you have opted in to receive them.
  • To monitor traffic and user behavior via tools like Google Analytics, helping us optimize and enhance the Site.
  • To comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

3. Sharing of Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist in operating our Site (e.g., hosting providers, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Stellar MLS: We access property listings via Stellar MLS, but we do not share your personal information with them unless explicitly stated.
  • My Broker: In some cases, we may share information with our broker’s website for the purposes of property listings or real estate services, but only with your consent.
  • Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us through social media (e.g., sharing listings), your information may be subject to those platforms’ privacy policies.
  • Analytics Providers: We use third-party services like Google Analytics to collect and analyze information about how users interact with our Site. These providers may collect data about your device, browsing actions, and patterns.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to governmental authorities or parties involved in legal proceedings.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may limit your use of certain features of the Site.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use industry-standard practices, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your personal information.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Accessing and updating your information.
  • Requesting deletion or restriction of your information.
  • Managing your property alert preferences through your account.
  • Opting out of marketing communications.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at Office@JonathanSherrod.com.

7. Compliance with Florida Laws

We comply with all applicable state privacy laws, including the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA). In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by Florida law.

8. Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will comply with all applicable legal requirements to notify you of the breach. This includes providing notice to Florida residents as required by the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA). You will be notified via email or by other appropriate means within a reasonable time after the breach is discovered.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or our broker’s site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

10. California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
  • Request that we delete any personal information we have collected about you, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information at this time).
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at Office@JonathanSherrod.com. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.

11. European Union Residents (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you.
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your personal data.
  • Request that your data be transferred to another service provider (data portability).
  • Withdraw your consent to data processing, where we rely on your consent.
  • File a complaint with a supervisory authority in your country if you believe we have violated your data protection rights.

To exercise these rights or for any concerns regarding data protection, please contact us at Office@JonathanSherrod.com. We may request verification of your identity before processing your request.

12. Legal Bases for Processing (For EU Residents)

We process your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations in providing services, such as creating accounts or responding to inquiries.
  • Consent: For activities like sending marketing communications, where we rely on your consent.
  • Legitimate Interests: For improving the Site’s performance and services (e.g., traffic analysis and usage patterns), unless those interests are overridden by your rights.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the update will be reflected at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Office@JonathanSherrod.com

Last Updated: October 2024

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