Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 03/01/2025
Last Updated: 05/20/2025

Homestice (“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 use the Homestice mobile application (“App”).

By using the app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal and non-personal information:

a. Personal Information

• Name and contact information (e.g., email, phone number)
• Home address and property details
• User-submitted property valuation data
• Login credentials (if you create an account)
• Payment and transaction data (if applicable)

b. Usage Data

• Device type, operating system, and mobile network information
• App usage and interaction data
• Log files, crash reports, and performance diagnostics

c. Location Data

• With your permission, we collect precise or approximate location data to enhance service accuracy (e.g., home valuation, neighborhood comparison).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain the App and its features
• Facilitate accurate home valuation and comparisons
• Personalize your experience and offer homeowner support resources
• Respond to customer service requests and provide support
• Improve the functionality and security of the App
• Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., cloud storage, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required to comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

4. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see “Your Rights” below).

5. Security

We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls, to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights (subject to applicable laws):

• Access your data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to or restrict data processing
• Withdraw consent (for location services or marketing)
• Export your data (data portability)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy-policy@homestice.com

7. Children’s Privacy

Homestice is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us.

8. International Users

If you are using the app from outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

9. Third-Party Services

The app may contain links or integrations with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those services. Please review their policies separately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or by email. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact

Homestice Privacy Officer
Email: privacy-policy@homestice.com