Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Whyrent, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our rental platform services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using our platform, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our platform.

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our platform, including:

• Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, profile picture, payment information, and government-issued ID (for verification purposes).
• Transaction Information: We collect details about rentals you participate in, including the item, duration, price, messages exchanged, and reviews.
• Usage Information: This includes data about how you interact with our platform, such as the pages you visit, links you click, and features you use.
• Device Information: We collect information about your device, IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical data.
• Location Information: With your consent, we may collect precise location data to show nearby items available for rent.

How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Direct interactions when you create an account, list items, rent items, or contact us.
• Automated technologies such as cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies.
• Third parties, including payment processors, identity verification services, and social media platforms if you choose to link your account.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our platform.
• Process transactions and facilitate rental arrangements.
• Verify your identity and ensure platform safety.
• Communicate with you about your account, rentals, and updates to our services.
• Personalize your experience and provide recommendations.
• Analyze usage patterns to improve functionality and user experience.
• Detect and prevent fraud, spam, abuse, and other harmful activities.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Other Users: When you rent or list an item, necessary contact information is shared with the other party to facilitate the transaction.
• Service Providers: Companies that perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data analysis, and customer service.
• Business Partners: Trusted third parties who help us operate our business and serve you.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or to protect our rights or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Your Privacy Choices

You have several choices regarding the information you provide to us:

• Account Information: You can review and update your account information through your profile settings.
• Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails.
• Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit your ability to use some features of our platform.
• Location Data: You can control location permissions through your device settings.
• Delete Your Account: You can request to delete your account by contacting our support team.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer your information, we take steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through a notice on our platform or by email.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Whyrent, Inc.
123 Rental Street
City, State 12345
Email: privacy@whyrent.com
Phone: (123) 456-7890