Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 2026

Introduction

OfficialHosts (“OfficialHosts,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use OfficialHosts, including our website, software, applications, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By using OfficialHosts, you agree to this Privacy Policy.


Information We Collect

Depending on how you use the Platform, we may collect:

Account Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name
  • Billing address
  • Country
  • Password (encrypted)

Property Information

You may upload:

  • Property descriptions
  • Photos
  • Amenities
  • Pricing
  • Availability
  • House rules
  • Rental policies

Guest Information

Hosts may collect guest information through the Platform, including:

  • Guest names
  • Email addresses
  • Phone numbers
  • Reservation details
  • Messages
  • Arrival and departure information

Hosts are responsible for ensuring they have the right to collect and use this information.


Payment Information

OfficialHosts does not store full credit card numbers.

Payments are securely processed through third-party payment providers such as:

  • Stripe
  • PayPal

Payment information is subject to the privacy policies of those providers.


Technical Information

We may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Language settings
  • Time zone
  • Referral URLs
  • Pages visited
  • Usage statistics

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve our Platform.

See our Cookie Policy below.


How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • Provide our services
  • Create websites
  • Process subscriptions
  • Improve performance
  • Provide customer support
  • Send service notices
  • Detect fraud
  • Improve AI features
  • Generate analytics
  • Comply with legal obligations

AI Features

OfficialHosts offers AI-assisted tools.

Content submitted to AI features may be processed to:

  • Generate website content
  • Improve descriptions
  • Assist with SEO
  • Draft guest communications

Users should review all AI-generated content before publishing.


Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with trusted providers that help us operate the Platform, including:

  • Stripe
  • PayPal
  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Email providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Customer support providers

We may also disclose information when required by law.


International Users

OfficialHosts serves users worldwide.

Information may be processed in countries other than where you reside.

By using OfficialHosts, you consent to such transfers where permitted by applicable law.


Data Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Password encryption
  • Firewalls
  • Access controls
  • Regular security updates

No system is completely secure.


Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your data
  • Export your data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.


Children’s Privacy

OfficialHosts is not intended for children under 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.


Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices.


Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Material changes will be posted on this page.


Contact

OfficialHosts

support@officialhosts.com

www.officialhosts.com


Cookie Policy

Last Updated: [Date]

OfficialHosts uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.


What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.

Cookies help remember preferences and improve website functionality.


Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for:

  • Login
  • Security
  • Account management
  • Website functionality

These cookies cannot be disabled without affecting the Platform.


Performance Cookies

Help us understand:

  • Popular pages
  • Website performance
  • Error reporting
  • Visitor statistics

Functional Cookies

Remember:

  • Language
  • Region
  • Preferences
  • Dashboard settings

Analytics Cookies

Help us improve the Platform.

Examples may include:

  • Google Analytics
  • Microsoft Clarity

These cookies collect aggregated usage information.


Marketing Cookies

Used only if enabled.

May support:

  • Google Ads
  • Microsoft Advertising
  • Meta Pixel
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag

These cookies help measure advertising effectiveness.


Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies
  • Delete cookies
  • Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Disabling cookies may affect some features of OfficialHosts.


Third-Party Cookies

Some services integrated into OfficialHosts may place cookies, including:

  • Stripe
  • PayPal
  • Google
  • Microsoft
  • YouTube
  • Vimeo

These providers maintain their own privacy policies.


Do Not Track

Some browsers support “Do Not Track.”

Because there is no universally accepted standard, OfficialHosts does not currently respond to all Do Not Track signals.


Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically.

The latest version will always be posted here.


Contact

OFFICIALHOSTS LLC

16192 Coastal Highway Lewes, DE 19958

Website: https://officialhosts.com

Email: Contact Form

Phone: 1-800-521-4803