Last Updated: November 2, 2024

At Cooper Ridge Real Estate (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website (“Site”) and submit information through our contact forms. By using our Site and submitting your information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you fill out our contact forms, including:

• Name
• Phone Number
• Email Address

This information helps us respond to your inquiries, provide requested information, and offer updates on our real estate services.

We may also collect certain technical information when you visit our Site, such as:

• IP Address
• Browser Type and Version
• Operating System
• Pages Visited and Time Spent on Each Page

This technical data is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve our Site’s functionality and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Responding to Inquiries: To contact you in response to your inquiries submitted through our contact forms.
• Providing Services and Updates: To send you information on our real estate services, properties, and other relevant updates.
• Internal Operations: To analyze and improve our Site, customer service, and business operations.
• Compliance with Idaho Real Estate Regulations: We use information as necessary to comply with Idaho state real estate laws and Idaho Real Estate Commission requirements.

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site or conducting our business, as long as they agree to keep this information confidential.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to respond to a subpoena or government request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner or entity.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your interactions with our Site. This information helps us analyze trends, administer the Site, track users’ movements, and gather demographic information.

• What Are Cookies?: Cookies are small text files stored on your device by a website to help enhance your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of our Site.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights Regarding Your Information

While Idaho does not have specific privacy laws like some other states, we value transparency and offer you the following rights:

• Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

8. Idaho Real Estate Compliance

Cooper Ridge Real Estate complies with Idaho real estate laws and the requirements of the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC). We handle all personal data in accordance with these standards and applicable real estate regulations.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

10. Consent to Communications

By providing your phone number through our contact forms, you consent to receive calls and text messages from Cooper Ridge Real Estate regarding your inquiry. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of these communications at any time by contacting us at [Your Contact Information].

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post any updates on this page and encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to it are governed by the laws of the state of Idaho, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Cooper Ridge Real Estate
Joseph Cooper
2286 W. Three Lakes Dr.
Meridian, Idaho 83646
208-867-1227
joe.cooper@cooperridgerealestate.com