Privacy Policy
How Hello Middleton collects, uses, and protects your information.
Last updated: February 2026
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Who We Are
Hello Middleton is a community platform for the residents and neighbours of Middleton, Florida. Our website address is hellomiddleton.com.
What Data We Collect & Why
π€ Account Information
When you register, we collect your name, email address, and optional profile details (avatar, cover photo, bio). This lets you participate in the community and helps neighbours recognise each other.
π¬ Community Activity
Posts, comments, messages, and other content you share are stored to power the community feed and notifications.
ποΈ Classified Listings
Listing details (title, description, price, photos, and location) are stored so other members can find your listing.
β Trust Points
We track engagement points to reward helpful participation. Points are calculated from your activity and shown on your profile.
π Third-Party Login
If you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email, and profile picture. We do not access your contacts, files, or any other data.
πͺ Cookies
We use essential cookies to keep you logged in. Our caching system may set performance cookies. We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies.
How We Protect Your Data
- Data stored on secured, encrypted servers
- Passwords hashed β never stored in plain text
- HTTPS encryption for all connections
- Access to user data limited to site administrators
How Long We Keep Your Data
Account data is retained while your account is active. If you delete your account, personal data will be removed within 30 days. Community posts may be anonymised rather than deleted to preserve conversation context.
Your Rights
- Access your personal data β visit your profile settings
- Correct inaccurate data β edit your profile anytime
- Delete your account β contact a site administrator
- Export your data β use the WordPress data export tool under your profile
- Object to processing of your data
Contact
For privacy questions or data requests, use the contact form or reach out to a site administrator through the community.