Last Updated: Dec 11, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to ULodging, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We operate the website ulodging.com (the “Site”) and related services (collectively, the “Services”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or use our Services as a Student (Lodger) or Landlord (Host).
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the Site, express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and Services, or otherwise contact us.
A. Personal Information Provided by You
Depending on how you use our Services, we may collect:
- Account Data: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you create a “Registered User” account.
- Identity Verification: Information required to verify your age and identity, as our Services are restricted to users 18 years of age or older.
- Listing Data (Hosts): Property addresses, descriptions, photos, and financial terms for accommodations.
- Booking Data: Information regarding your lease dates, roommates, and housing preferences.
- Payment Data: We do not store full credit card details on our servers. Payment processing is handled by our third-party provider, Stripe, Inc..
B. Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Data: Details about how you use our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Cookies: We may use cookies to improve your experience and keep you logged in.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Facilitate Bookings: To connect Hosts and Lodgers and enable the booking of Accommodations.
- Process Payments: To collect Service Fees, Deposits, and Rent via Stripe.
- Communication: To send you booking confirmations, lease updates, and administrative information (e.g., changes to our terms).
- Safety & Security: To monitor for fraud, verify accounts, and enforce our Terms of Use.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, tax requirements, and legal requests.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share your data only in the following situations:
- Between Users: If you are a Student, we share your application details (Name, Contact Info) with the Landlord you are inquiring with so they can contact you. If you are a Landlord, we share your property details with prospective Students.
- Service Providers: We share payment information with Stripe, Inc. to process transactions. By using our Services, you also agree to Stripe’s Privacy Policy.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).
- Business Transfers: We may share or transfer your information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company.
5. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., European Union or California), you may have specific rights regarding your data:
- Access & Correction: You can review and change your Account information by logging into your profile settings.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your account and personal data, subject to certain legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time.
6. Third-Party Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with your personal information.
7. International Data Transfers
Our Services are controlled and offered from our facilities in the United States. If you are accessing the Services from outside the United States (e.g., Europe), please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S..
8. Contact Us
If you have questions or comments about this policy, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, you may contact us at:
ULodging, Inc. Attn: Privacy Officer
Address: 1783 Forest Drive, #341, Annapolis, Maryland 21401 Email: cabe@ulodging.com
