Privacy Policy

 Effective Date: October 28, 2025
Last Updated: October 28, 2025

1. Introduction

HireThyNeighbor.com (“Website”) is owned and operated by HBWM.com Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

  • Create an account (name, email, phone number, password).

  • Add or claim a business listing (business name, address, service details, contact info).

  • Post reviews, messages, or comments.

  • Contact us by email or through online forms.

  • Purchase enhanced listings or paid services.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Website, we may automatically collect:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers.

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on site, clicks, referring/exit pages.

  • Cookies & Similar Technologies: Used to enhance experience, remember preferences, and analyze traffic.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling them may affect Website functionality.

2.3 Payment Information

When you make a purchase, payment data (credit/debit card number, billing details) is processed through our secure third-party payment processor. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide and operate the Website.

  • Create and manage user accounts.

  • Publish and manage business listings.

  • Facilitate communication between consumers and service providers.

  • Process and manage payments for paid listings or features.

  • Monitor usage, ensure security, and prevent fraud.

  • Send service updates, confirmations, and administrative communications.

  • Comply with applicable laws and enforce our Terms & Conditions.

We may also use aggregated, non-identifiable information for analytics, business operations, and improvement of the Website.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share data as follows:

  • With Your Consent: When you choose to make your information public (e.g., business profile).

  • With Service Providers: To help operate the Website, process payments, or analyze data.

  • With Legal Authorities: If required by law, regulation, subpoena, or to protect our rights, property, or users.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

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

  • Request access to and a copy of your personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data.

  • Withdraw consent or opt out of certain processing.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information at the end of this Policy.

7. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

8. Third-Party Links and Integrations

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or integrations (such as payment processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third parties.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to or intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

HBWM.com Inc. (d/b/a Hire Thy Neighbor)
Email: hello at hirethyneighbor.com
Address: 4057 Riley Fuzzel, Ste 500-117, Spring, TX 77386