Privacy Policy
Last updated Jan 29, 2026
1. Introduction
CaliforniaEscape.com (the “Site”) is owned and operated by California Escape LLC (“California Escape,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), an Arkansas limited liability company. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding personal information collected through our relocation intake and referral services. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share information and outlines your rights under applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended for 2026.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us through forms and communications on the Site, including:
- Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and current zip code.
- Relocation & Property Information: Intended destination city and state, estimated home value, equity ranges, homeownership status, relocation timeline, and budget ranges (used to assess relocation needs).
- Service Interest Data: Information related to services you may be interested in, such as real estate, lending, moving, or other relocation-related services.
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as biometric identifiers, neural data, or precise geolocation data as defined under the 2026 CCPA amendments.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Evaluate and understand your relocation needs.
- Provide educational guidance related to relocation planning.
- Connect you with licensed, independent third-party professionals (“Partners”) in your destination market.
- Communicate with you via phone, text message, or email regarding your inquiry.
- Maintain internal records related to referrals and professional introductions.
4. Sharing of Information
By submitting information through the Site, you acknowledge and agree that we may share your information with vetted third-party Partners for the purpose of responding to your relocation inquiry. Partners may include real estate brokerages or agents, mortgage professionals, movers, logistics providers, or other relocation-related service providers. Once your information is shared, each Partner’s use of your data is governed by their own privacy policies and practices.
5. Data Storage, Retention, and Compliance
5.1 Secure Storage
Personal information is stored on secure, encrypted servers and accessed only by authorized personnel for legitimate business, compliance, and operational purposes.5.2 Professional Record Retention
Certain referral-related data may be considered professional records under applicable real estate regulations. To comply with record-keeping obligations, including those associated with licensed real estate activity facilitated through affiliated professionals, we may retain referral and introduction records for a minimum of five (5) years, unless a longer retention period is required by law.5.3 Retention Exceptions
When a valid deletion request is received, we will delete personal information unless retention is required to satisfy ongoing legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA – 2026)
If you are a resident of California, you have the following rights under the CCPA as amended:
- Right to Know: You may request access to personal information we have collected about you, including data collected since January 1, 2022.
- Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to lawful retention requirements.
- Right to Opt Out: You may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
7. DELETE Act & DROP Compliance
In accordance with the California DELETE Act effective January 1, 2026, CaliforniaEscape.com supports the California Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform (DROP). You may submit a deletion request through the state-hosted DROP mechanism or by using the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information / Delete My Data” link available in our website footer and on this page.
Upon receipt of a verified deletion request:
- We will delete your personal information from our systems, subject to legal retention requirements.
- We will notify applicable third-party service providers with whom your data was shared and request deletion within required timeframes.
8. No Dark Patterns
We do not use manipulative or deceptive user interface designs (“Dark Patterns”) to obtain consent or influence your privacy choices. Consent is requested clearly, voluntarily, and without coercion.
9. Marketing & Compensation Disclosure
CaliforniaEscape.com operates under a marketing and referral model. We may receive marketing fees or referral compensation from third-party service providers. We do not accept unlawful referral fees, kickbacks, or per-transaction compensation. All compensation is based on fair market value for marketing and technology services provided.
10. Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
California Escape LLC
701 South Street, STE 100
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Email: info@californiaescape.com
