Canadian Privacy Law Compliance
ClickHomes AI is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation in Ontario. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Introduction
ClickHomes AI ("we," "our," or "us") operates a real estate analytics platform serving Milton and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website (clickhomes.ai) and services.
By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you register for an account or use our Services, we collect:
- Contact Information: First name, last name, email address, phone number
- Account Credentials: Password (encrypted)
- Property Preferences: Saved searches, property saves, comparison lists
- Inquiry Information: Messages, property inquiries, callback requests
- Financial Information: Information you enter into calculators (not stored permanently)
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time on site
- Location Data: General geographic location (city/region level)
- Referral Information: How you found our website
- Session Data: Anonymous session identifiers for analytics
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to your account
- Remember your preferences and saved properties
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve our Services and user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality of certain features.
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
Provide Services
- • Display property listings and market data
- • Save your property preferences
- • Process property inquiries
- • Provide personalized recommendations
Communicate With You
- • Send account notifications
- • Respond to your inquiries
- • Provide market updates (with consent)
- • Share new listing alerts
Improve Our Services
- • Analyze usage patterns
- • Identify and fix issues
- • Develop new features
- • Optimize performance
Facilitate Transactions
- • Connect you with real estate agents
- • Forward inquiries to listing agents
- • Assist with property showings
- • Support the buying/selling process
Information Sharing & Disclosure
When We Share Information
We may share your personal information with:
- Real Estate Professionals: When you submit an inquiry, request a showing, or ask to be contacted, we share your contact information with relevant licensed real estate agents or brokerages.
- Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our Services (hosting, analytics, email delivery) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights and safety.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you).
We Do NOT:
- • Sell your personal information to third parties
- • Share your information with unaffiliated marketers
- • Use your information for purposes unrelated to real estate
TREB & CREA Data Privacy
Property listing data is provided under license from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TREB) and the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). This data is used solely to provide our Services and is subject to their respective data use agreements.
Your registration as a VOW (Virtual Office Website) user is required to access sold property data in compliance with TREB rules. We maintain records of user registrations as required by these agreements.
AI Features & Data Processing
ClickHomes AI uses AI-powered features including property search, chat assistance, home value estimates, and market analysis. Here is how your data is handled when you use these features:
What We Send to AI Providers
When you submit queries to AI features, your message text is sent to third-party large language model (LLM) providers to generate responses. We take the following steps to protect your privacy:
- We do not send your full name, email address, or phone number to AI providers
- We do not use your chat conversations to train external AI models
- Queries are associated with anonymous session IDs, not your personal account where avoidable
- AI providers are bound by data processing agreements consistent with our privacy obligations
AI Conversation Data Retention
- Anonymous (guest) chat sessions: retained for up to 90 days for service improvement, then deleted or anonymized
- Authenticated user sessions: retained while your account is active; deleted within 30 days of account deletion
- You can request deletion of your AI conversation history at any time by contacting privacy@clickhomes.ai
Cross-Border Data Transfers
AI query processing may involve servers located outside Canada (including the United States). Where data is transferred outside Canada, we ensure appropriate contractual safeguards are in place under PIPEDA.
Important: AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and may not be 100% accurate. Always verify AI suggestions with official sources and qualified professionals. See our AI Terms & Disclaimer for full details.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
- Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
- Secure cloud infrastructure with Canadian data residency
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as:
- Your account remains active
- Necessary to provide our Services
- Required by law or regulation (e.g., VOW registration records)
- Needed to resolve disputes or enforce agreements
- Active account data: retained while your account is active
- Anonymous session data: up to 90 days, then deleted or anonymized
- AI chat history: up to 90 days for guests; up to account deletion + 30 days for registered users
- VOW registration records: retained as required by TREB/CREA rules (typically 3 years)
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or regulation.
Your Privacy Rights
Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA), you have the right to:
Access
Request a copy of your personal information
Correction
Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt-Out
Unsubscribe from marketing communications
Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent for data processing (including AI features) at any time — this may limit functionality
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@clickhomes.ai. We will respond within 30 days as required by PIPEDA. You also have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Data Storage & International Transfers
Your personal information is stored on servers located in Canada. Some service providers may process data in other jurisdictions. Where data is transferred outside Canada, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with PIPEDA.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending an email notification for material changes
Contact Our Privacy Officer
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact:
ClickHomes AI Privacy Officer
Milton, Ontario, Canada
Email: privacy@clickhomes.ai
You may also file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.