Privacy Policy

A. Account Registration

When you create an account, we collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Password (encrypted and securely stored)
• Profile photo (optional)

B. Property Listings

When you post a property, we collect:

• Property title and description
• Property location (city, state, address)
• Property photos and videos
• Pricing information
• Amenities and features
• Availability calendar
• Contact information you choose to display

C. Communications

• Messages sent through our platform
• Customer support inquiries
• Reviews and ratings you post
• Feedback and survey responses

A. Device and Browser Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device identifiers
• Screen resolution

B. Usage Information

• Pages viewed and links clicked
• Search queries performed
• Listing views and interactions
• Time spent on pages
• Referring/exit pages

C. Location Information

• Approximate location from IP address
• Precise location (if you grant permission)
• Location data included in property listings

🏠 Platform Services

• Create and manage your account
• Publish and display your property listings
• Enable communication between property owners and guests
• Process and respond to inquiries
• Provide customer support

🔍 Personalization and Improvement

• Personalize search results based on your location and preferences
• Recommend relevant properties and content
• Analyze platform usage to improve features and user experience
• Conduct research and analytics

🔒 Security and Fraud Prevention

• Detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
• Verify user identities when necessary
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect against security threats
• Resolve disputes between users

📧 Communications

• Send important service announcements and updates
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send promotional emails (you can opt out anytime)
• Request feedback and reviews

⚖️ Legal Compliance

• Comply with legal obligations and regulations
• Respond to legal requests from authorities
• Enforce our legal rights
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

⚠️ Important: Your property listings are PUBLIC and visible to anyone on the internet. Only include contact information you're comfortable sharing publicly.

🔐 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function. They enable core features like login sessions and security.

📊 Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our platform so we can improve it. We use Google Analytics and similar services.

🎯 Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences (like language, location, saved searches) to provide a personalized experience.

📢 Advertising Cookies (Optional)

Used to show relevant ads and measure ad effectiveness. You can opt out of these.

⚠️ Important Security Notice

While we implement strong security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You are responsible for keeping your password confidential and logging out after using shared devices.

📋 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information we hold. We'll provide it in a commonly used electronic format.

✏️ Correction and Updates

You can update your account information and listing details at any time through your account settings. If you need help, contact our support team.

🗑️ Deletion

You can delete your account at any time. This will remove:

• Your profile information
• All your property listings
• Your reviews and ratings
• Your message history

Note: Some information may be retained for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or dispute resolution for a limited period.

📧 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe" in any marketing email or adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings. You'll still receive essential service-related emails.

🔒 Data Restriction

You can request that we limit how we use your personal information in certain circumstances, such as while we verify data accuracy or resolve a complaint.

🚫 Object to Processing

You can object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing or automated decision-making.

ShortRest is not intended for children under 18 years of age.

How we notify you:

• Major changes: Email notification + prominent platform banner
• Minor changes: Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notice period: At least 30 days before major changes take effect