Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 21, 2025
Last Updated: November 21, 2025

1. Introduction

HausControl LLC ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website hauscontrol.io (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or use our services.

By using our Site or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

1.1 Definitions

"Personal Information" means information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be associated with an individual.

"Services" means our smart home consulting, configuration, automation, and related services.

"Service Providers" means third parties who process data on our behalf in connection with operating and improving our business.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you submit a consultation request or contact form, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Service interests
  • Any additional information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site, including:

  • IP address (approximate location only — not GPS)
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website
  • Date/time stamps

This information is collected through cookies and similar tools via Google Analytics 4.

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Understand visitor activity
  • Improve site performance and usability
  • Analyze traffic patterns

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some functionality may be limited if cookies are disabled.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Delivery

  • Responding to inquiries
  • Scheduling consultations
  • Providing smart home services
  • Communicating about service details

3.2 Marketing Communications

  • Sending newsletters and promotional content
  • Providing updates, offers, and follow-ups

You may opt out at any time.

3.3 Business Operations

  • Improving our Site and services
  • Internal analytics and reporting
  • Customer support
  • Legal compliance
  • Fraud prevention

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information only in these scenarios:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with third parties who support our business:

  • Duda (website hosting)
  • MailerLite (email marketing)
  • Google Analytics 4 (analytics)
  • Google Workspace (email/documents)
  • Notion (internal operations)
  • Payment processing (when implemented)

These providers use your information only as needed to perform their services.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information as required by law, including in response to:

  • Subpoenas or court orders
  • Government inquiries
  • Protection of legal rights
  • Fraud prevention or security issues

4.3 Business Transfers

If HausControl LLC is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred with notice to you.

5. Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary for business, service, or legal purposes:

  • Contact form submissions: Typically retained 12–24 months
  • Email marketing lists: Retained until you unsubscribe
  • Analytics data: Follows Google's retention window (2–14 months)
  • Consultation or service records: Retained as needed for business operations or legal obligations

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

6.1 Access and Correction

Request access to or correction of your personal information.

6.2 Deletion

Request deletion of your information (with legal exceptions).

6.3 Opt-Out of Marketing

Unsubscribe at any time or email info@hauscontrol.io.

6.4 Do Not Track

Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

6.5 Your Choices

You may also choose to:

  • Disable cookies
  • Decline to provide optional form information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of all marketing communications

To submit a privacy request, email info@hauscontrol.io.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption
  • Limited access controls
  • Secure storage systems
  • Routine security assessments

No method is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your information.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage reviewing their policies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Smart Device Access & Privacy

Because we provide smart home configuration services:

  • We do not access your devices (cameras, locks, sensors, etc.) without your explicit permission.
  • Any temporary access granted for setup/troubleshooting is revoked immediately after service completion, unless you have an active service agreement requiring ongoing support.
  • We do not remotely monitor your devices or store login credentials without your explicit consent and only for the duration of active service agreements.

This protects your privacy and maintains trust.

11. Payment Information

We do not store or process payment card information directly. If payments are made online, they are processed securely by third-party providers such as Stripe or Square according to their own privacy practices.

12. International Data Transfers

Our service providers may process data outside the United States. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers as permitted by applicable law.

13. Use of AI Tools

For internal business efficiency, we may use trusted AI tools (such as Claude for drafting internal documents and business operations) to assist with document drafting or operational tasks.

We do not upload customer information to these tools unless required for legitimate business purposes, and only in ways consistent with this Privacy Policy.

14. GDPR / UK Users

We do not target individuals located outside the United States. If you are in the EU or UK and believe we have collected your information, please contact us so we can review your request.

15. California Privacy Rights

We do not currently target California residents, but if you are a California resident and wish to inquire about your CCPA rights, please contact us.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date
  • Post the new version on this page
  • Notify users via email if changes are material

Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy:

HausControl LLC
41-13 31st Avenue
Astoria, NY 11103

Email: info@hauscontrol.io
Phone: 917-740-5664

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of November 21, 2025 and applies to all information collected by HausControl LLC.