Privacy Policy

HousesForSaleMapleRidge.ca

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website, contact us, or work with The Olson Team.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

Contact Forms: Name, phone number, email address when you submit an inquiry or request property information
Phone/Text: Phone number when you call or text 604-466-7000
Emails: Email address when you email us directly
Property Searches: Search preferences (price range, bedrooms, property type) to help us find listings that match your needs

Information Collected Automatically

Website Analytics: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site (via Google Analytics)
Device Information: Type of device, operating system, screen resolution
Cookies: Small files that track your preferences and site usage to improve your experience

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to Inquiries: Reply to your questions about Maple Ridge properties, market conditions, or real estate services
Property Matching: Send you relevant listings based on your search preferences
Communication: Follow up via phone, text, or email about your real estate needs
Improve Our Services: Analyze website usage to make it faster and more helpful
Legal Compliance: Meet real estate regulations and record-keeping requirements

3. How We Share Your Information

We never sell your personal information. We only share it with:

Real Estate Professionals: Trusted partners who help us show properties (e.g., other agents for joint listings)
Service Providers: Website hosting, email delivery, and analytics companies who help us operate (all bound by strict privacy agreements)
Legal Requirements: Government agencies or law enforcement when required by law

4. Your Rights & Choices

Access & Correction

You can request access to any personal information we have about you or ask us to correct inaccuracies. Email us Click Here

Opt-Out

Email Marketing: Click "Unsubscribe" at the bottom of any email we send
Phone/Text: Reply "STOP" to any text message or tell us you prefer email only
Website Cookies: Use your browser settings to manage cookies (see below)

Cookie Preferences

We use cookies to improve your experience. You can:

Accept all cookies (recommended for best functionality)
Accept only essential cookies
Disable all cookies (may break some site features)

Most browsers let you manage cookies through settings. Common options:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

5. Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

SSL encryption for all website traffic
Secure form processing
Password-protected client files
Regular security audits

While we take reasonable precautions, no online transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites (Realtor.ca, Google Maps, etc.). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover such information, we will delete it immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll post changes on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our site after changes means you accept the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us Click Here or call/text 604-466-7000.

The Olson Team Serving Maple Ridge real estate since 1992