Privacy Policy for OAT Real Estate
Thank you for visiting www.oatrealestate.com (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our site. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information:
a. Personal Information (provided voluntarily):
- Name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter, contacting us, or commenting on posts)
b. Automatically Collected Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
- Pages viewed and time spent on the site
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, track user behavior, and understand how our website is used.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect to:
- Deliver and improve our blog content
- Respond to inquiries or comments
- Send newsletters or marketing emails (only with your consent)
- Monitor and analyze website performance and traffic
- Comply with legal obligations
- Personalize user experience and display relevant affiliate content
3. Third-Party Sharing and Disclosures
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data with third-party providers to operate the Website effectively. These may include:
a. Analytics Services
- We use Google Analytics to collect non-identifying user behavior data for traffic analysis and website improvement. You can opt-out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
b. Affiliate Programs
- This Website contains affiliate links, including but not limited to Amazon Associates and other real estate-related affiliate programs. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These third parties may collect data in accordance with their privacy policies.
c. Email Service Providers
- We may use third-party email services (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) to manage newsletters and communication. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
4. Cookies and Tracking Tools
Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance site performance and personalize content.
We use cookies to:
- Remember user preferences
- Track usage and user behavior
- Serve relevant ads and affiliate content
- Analyze traffic using Google Analytics
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA
a. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to or restrict certain data processing
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
b. If you are a California resident under CCPA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data we collect and how it’s used
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale (note: we do not sell data)
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [your email address]
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will promptly delete it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. All updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: