Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 3, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Growella Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use Homebuyer.com (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect minimal personal information necessary to provide our services:

Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number when you request to connect with lenders
Property Information: Property address, purchase price, and down payment amount
Loan Preferences: Loan type, term, and purpose to help match you with appropriate lenders
Communication Preferences: Your preferences for receiving communications from us

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information stored on your device to enhance your experience

Information We Do Not Collect

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as:

Social Security numbers
Financial account information
Credit reports or credit scores
Income documentation
Employment verification documents

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Connect you with appropriate lenders based on your preferences
Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
Improve our website functionality and user experience
Analyze website usage to enhance our services
Send you relevant information about our services (with your consent)
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Prevent fraud and ensure security

When you request to connect with lenders, we may share your basic contact information and loan preferences with those lenders. These lenders operate independently and have their own privacy policies.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website and provide services, such as:

Website hosting and maintenance providers
Analytics and marketing service providers
Customer support service providers

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services. They enable us to remember your preferences and analyze website usage.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies: Help us deliver relevant content and advertisements

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication procedures
Employee training on data protection

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Generally, we retain information for:

Active Users: For the duration of your relationship with us
Inactive Users: Up to 3 years after your last interaction
Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws and regulations

International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

You have the right to access and correct your personal information. You can update your information by contacting us directly.

Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and contractual obligations.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time:

Click the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
Reply "STOP" to any text message
Contact us directly to update your preferences

Do Not Track

We respect your browser's "Do Not Track" settings. However, some third-party services may still collect information as described in their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 513-824-8171
Mail: Growella Inc., 1311 Vine Street, First Floor, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional Information

For California residents, please see our California Privacy Notice for additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).