LocalMe Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Date of Sign-Up
LocalMe, a service provided by PAPAChalet Inc. (“LocalMe,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use LocalMe services, websites, applications, or membership features.
By using LocalMe, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Provide
When you register or use LocalMe, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Country or location
- Property preferences
- Budget or investment preferences
- Appointment and tour requests
- Messages or communications
This information helps us provide services and schedule appointments.
1.2 Payment Information
Payments are processed through third-party payment providers such as Stripe.
LocalMe does not store full credit card numbers. Payment processors handle payment information securely in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.
1.3 Automatically Collected Information
We may collect limited technical information such as:
- Device type
- Browser type
- IP address
- Pages visited
- Basic usage data
This helps us improve the platform and user experience.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Set up appointments and house tours
- Connect members with licensed professionals
- Provide educational and planning tools
- Improve platform functionality
- Communicate with members
- Provide customer support
- Process memberships and billing
We use information only for legitimate service-related purposes.
3. How Information May Be Shared
LocalMe may share limited information only when necessary to provide services, such as:
- Real estate agents or professionals when you request a tour or introduction
- Event organizers when you register for a seminar or tour
- Service providers assisting in scheduling or operations
- Payment processors to complete transactions
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
4. International Users
LocalMe operates internationally.
Your information may be processed or stored in countries where our service providers operate.
We take reasonable steps to ensure your information is handled securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Secure hosting environments
- Encrypted communications where applicable
- Restricted internal access
However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Maintain membership records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
You may request deletion of your account at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent to communications
Requests may be submitted by contacting LocalMe support.
8. Cookies and Tracking
LocalMe may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Maintain login sessions
- Improve performance
- Analyze usage trends
You may control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Services
LocalMe may link to third-party services such as:
- Real estate platforms
- Payment providers
- Scheduling tools
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
If significant changes are made, we will notify members through the platform or email where appropriate.
Continued use of LocalMe constitutes acceptance of updates.
11. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: