Privacy Policy

Welcome to OurOwn (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”). By accessing or using OurOwn, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. The types of data we may collect include:

a. Personal Information

When you register or interact with OurOwn, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Profile information (photo, gender, interests, language preference, etc.)
  • Location (if you choose to share it)

b. Community and Activity Information

  • Posts, comments, and messages shared within communities or forums
  • Event participation details
  • Job or housing listings you create or respond to
  • Business postings and interactions

c. Technical and Usage Data

  • Device information (model, operating system, browser type)
  • IP address
  • Log files and analytics data (how you use the app, pages visited, features used)
  • Cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Platform and services
  • Personalize user experience and content
  • Enable community interactions, messaging, and event participation
  • Facilitate job, housing, and business postings
  • Send notifications, updates, and promotional messages (you can opt out anytime)
  • Ensure safety, prevent fraud, and enforce our Terms of Service
  • Comply with legal requirements

3. How We Share Information

We may share your information in the following ways:

  • With other users: When you post or interact publicly (e.g., forum posts, event listings, business pages)
  • With service providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate the Platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing)
  • For legal reasons: When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights and users’ safety.
  • With your consent: When you agree to share your data for specific purposes.
  • We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account or data at any time by contacting us.

5. Data Security

We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no online platform is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Opt out of receiving marketing communications
  • To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to improve user experience, analyze trends, and manage the website. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

OurOwn is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that a child has provided us information, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfer

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in such cases.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy periodically.