Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025. This policy explains how Housearch collects, uses, and protects your personal data in compliance with the GDPR.
Data Collection
We collect information you provide directly, such as your email address and account credentials when you sign up. We also collect usage data automatically, including pages visited, search queries, browser type, and IP address. We do not collect sensitive personal data beyond what is necessary to provide our services.
How We Use Your Data
Your data is used to provide neighborhood reports, personalize your experience, process payments, send service-related communications, and improve our platform. We never sell your personal data to third parties. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
Data Sources
Neighborhood reports are compiled from publicly available government data sources: CBS (Statistics Netherlands), PDOK (Public Services On the Map), DUO (Education Executive Agency), and BAG (Addresses and Buildings Registry). This data is provided by the Dutch government and is publicly accessible. We do not collect personal data from these sources.
Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We also use analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the site to function.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may process your data:
• Stripe — Payment processing (including iDEAL). Stripe handles all payment information securely and is PCI-DSS compliant.
• Supabase — Authentication and database hosting. Your account data is stored securely in the EU.
• Vercel — Website hosting and performance optimization.
• Google Analytics — Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service.
Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@housearch.nl. We will respond within 30 days.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, contact us at:
Email: info@housearch.nl
We are committed to resolving any concerns about your privacy and data protection.