Last updated: October 20, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what information HouseWise Guide (“we”, “us”) collects when you visit this website, how we use it and the choices you have.
Information we collect
- Information you send us. When you use our contact form, we receive the name, email address and message you enter.
- Comments. If you leave a comment, we collect the name and email address you provide, your IP address and your browser’s user agent, to help prevent spam.
- Usage data. Like most websites, our server and any analytics tools we use may record basic technical information such as your browser type, device, referring page, pages visited and the time of your visit.
Cookies
We use cookies that are needed for the site to work. If we add analytics or advertising services, those services may set their own cookies to measure visits or show relevant content. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings; parts of the site may not work as intended if you do.
How we use information
- To reply to your messages and questions
- To publish and moderate comments
- To understand which guides are useful and improve the site
- To keep the site secure and prevent spam or abuse
We do not sell your personal information.
Third-party services and links
Our guides link to other websites, such as government agencies, universities and manufacturers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, so please read their policies when you visit them. Some features of this site, such as hosting, security, spam filtering or analytics, may be provided by third-party services that process data on our behalf.
How long we keep information
We keep contact messages only as long as we need them to answer you and keep a record of the conversation. Comments and their related data are kept for as long as the comment stays published.
Your choices and rights
You can ask us to access, correct or delete personal information we hold about you by contacting us. Depending on where you live, including California under the CCPA, you may have additional rights over your personal information. We will respond to verified requests as required by applicable law.
Children’s privacy
This website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page shows when it was last changed.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Reach us through our contact page.