Privacy Policy | SMARTHAUS

SMARTHAUS Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 1, 2023
Last Updated: February 10, 2026

1. Introduction

SMARTHAUS (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information in a transparent and responsible manner.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, protect, and process information through websites owned and operated by SMARTHAUS (the “Site”) where this Policy is posted.

This Policy applies only to information collected through SMARTHAUS-owned websites on which it appears. It does not apply to:

Third-party platforms or services
Websites operated by partners, affiliates, or franchisees
Social media platforms
Information collected offline (e.g., phone or in-person interactions)
Other SMARTHAUS digital properties where this Policy is not posted

If you access third-party websites through links on our Site, their privacy practices govern your information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

A. Information You Provide Directly

You may provide information when you:

Request information or services
Contact us
Subscribe to updates
Submit inquiries
Apply for partnerships or advisory services
Interact with SMARTHAUS products or tools

This information may include:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Company name
Title or role
Any other information you voluntarily submit

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Operating system
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring URLs
Date and time of access

This data may not identify you directly but may be combined with other information.

C. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve Site functionality
Understand user behavior
Enhance performance
Personalize experience
Measure marketing effectiveness

You may configure your browser to reject cookies. Some features of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

D. Third-Party Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to evaluate Site performance and usage patterns. These providers may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information.

You may opt out of certain tracking mechanisms through your browser settings or provider opt-out tools.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Provide requested services or information
Respond to inquiries
Improve Site functionality and offerings
Maintain security and operational integrity
Prevent fraud or misuse
Comply with legal obligations
Send communications consistent with your preferences
Conduct internal analytics and business operations

We do not sell personal information.

4. How We Share Information

We may share information in the following circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We engage third-party service providers to support hosting, analytics, communications, infrastructure, and operations. These providers are contractually required to protect information and use it only for authorized purposes.

B. Corporate Transactions

If SMARTHAUS undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or asset transfer, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

Comply with law, court orders, or legal process
Protect our rights or property
Prevent fraud or unlawful activity
Protect users or the public

D. Aggregated or De-Identified Information

We may share aggregated or de-identified data that cannot reasonably identify an individual.

5. Third-Party Applications

If you authorize a third-party application to access or interact with SMARTHAUS systems, you acknowledge that information may be transmitted through that third-party platform.

SMARTHAUS is not responsible for the privacy practices or data handling of third-party applications.

6. Your Choices

You may:

Opt out of marketing communications
Adjust cookie settings
Request corrections to your personal information

To exercise these rights, contact: privacy@smarthausgroup.com

Do Not Track

Due to the lack of a uniform industry standard, our Site does not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Provide requested services
Fulfill legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements

Retention periods vary based on the nature of the data and applicable law.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

No system can guarantee absolute security, and we cannot ensure the security of information transmitted over the internet.

9. Children's Privacy

This Site is not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we may take appropriate action.

10. International Users

SMARTHAUS is headquartered in the United States. Information may be processed and stored in the United States.

By using this Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected by a revised “Last Updated” date at the top of this Policy.

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

13. Contact Us

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

SMARTHAUS
privacy@smarthausgroup.com