Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/18/2025

Jones & Co. Realty and Vito Kostrzewski (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website at https://vitofloridarealtor.com (“Website”), including when you submit inquiries through our contact form at https://vitofloridarealtor.com/kontakt/.

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, you can contact us at:

Jones & Co. Realty – Vito Kostrzewski
1342 Colonial Blvd, Suite H59
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Phone: 239-910-5400

2. Definitions

Website – https://vitofloridarealtor.com, including all pages and interactive features.
Personal Data – Information that can identify an individual, such as name, email, phone number, and message content.
Usage Data – Information automatically collected when visiting the Website, such as IP address and browser type.
Cookies – Small files stored on your device that help enhance your browsing experience.
Service Providers – Third parties that help us operate the Website, such as hosting companies and analytics platforms.

3. Information Collected

A. Information You Provide

When you submit an inquiry through the contact form, we collect:

Name
Email
Phone Number
Message

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and assist with real estate services.

B. Information Collected Automatically

We may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser and device information
Pages visited
Time and date of access
Referring URL

This data is collected via cookies and analytics tools to help us understand and improve site performance.

4. Use of Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

Respond to your inquiries
Assist with property searches, listings, or real estate-related services
Improve our Website and user experience
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or rent your data, nor use it for unsolicited marketing without your consent.

5. Cookies and Google Analytics

Our Website uses cookies and Google Analytics to collect non-personal information for analysis, including:

Website traffic patterns
Session behavior
General geographic location (not precise)

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, visit:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

6. Third-Party Sharing

We may share your information with trusted third parties that help us operate and maintain the Website, including:

Hosting providers
Email platforms
Analytics services
Legal or governmental authorities when required by law

All service providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information:

As long as necessary to fulfill your inquiry or service request
In accordance with applicable legal obligations
Analytics data may be retained up to 26 months

8. User Rights

U.S.-Based Users

You may:

Request access to the data we hold about you
Request corrections or deletion of your data
Withdraw previously given consent (where applicable)

To exercise your rights, please email us at [email protected].

California Residents (CCPA)

You may:

Request to know what data is collected
Request that your personal data be deleted
Confirm that we do not sell your information

EU Residents (GDPR)

If applicable, you may:

Access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your data
Object to data use
Request data portability
Withdraw consent

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such data collection, we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Storage Location

All user data is stored on secure servers located in the United States, and managed by service providers who adhere to industry-standard data security practices.

11. Security Practices

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data, including:

SSL encryption
Secure access controls
Routine server and software updates

Despite our efforts, no online system is completely secure.

12. External Links Disclaimer

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting any personal information.

13. Accessibility Statement

We aim to ensure that our Website is accessible to all users. If you encounter difficulty accessing any content, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

14. Changes to the Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.