Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 7, 2025
Last Updated: September 7, 2025
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Benjamin Shantz, Realtor®, serving clients in Waterloo, Ontario and surrounding areas. As a licensed real estate professional, I am committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your personal information is collected and used.
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2. What Information We Collect
When you visit this website or submit a form, we may collect the following personal information:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Property preferences or questions
- Any other information you voluntarily provide
We may also collect non-personal data such as browser type, device information, and IP address through Wix analytics or third-party tools.
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3. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Respond to inquiries submitted via contact forms
- Provide real estate services and property updates
- Send newsletters or market insights (only if you opt in)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
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4. Third-Party Services
This website is hosted on Wix, which may use cookies and analytics tools to track visitor behavior. We may also integrate services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
- CRM tools for client management
These third parties have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
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5. Consent
By submitting your information through this website, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us directly.
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6. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
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7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections
- Withdraw consent or request deletion
To exercise these rights, please contact:
š§ ben@shantz.ca
š 226-239-6053
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8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
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9. Contact
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to:
Benjamin Shantz, Realtor®
š§ ben@shantz.ca
š 226-239-6053
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