Privacy Policy
Ridge Security Title
Winter Haven Office
1012 5th Street SE
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 419-8485
Lakeland Office
1933 E. Edgewood Drive, Ste. 101
Lakeland FL 33803
(863) 603-8703
ammie.elmore@ridgetitle.com
EFFECTIVE DATE: March 26, 2025
INTRODUCTION
Ridge Security Title (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services or visit our website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect personal information in the following ways:
Information You Provide to Us:
- Contact information (name, address, email address, phone number)
- Financial information (loan details, payment information)
- Property information
- Employment information
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license or other government-issued identification
- Information provided on applications or other forms
Information from Third Parties:
- Information from lenders, real estate agents, or other parties involved in your transaction
- Credit report information
- Public records information
- Information from previous title searches
Information Collected Automatically:
- Website usage information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Cookies and similar technologies
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We may use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide title insurance and escrow services
- To process your transactions
- To communicate with you about your transaction
- To create and maintain your account
- To respond to your inquiries
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- To prevent fraud and enhance security
- To improve our services and website
- For marketing purposes, with your consent
DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION
We may share your information with the following third parties:
- Service providers (e.g., document preparation, recording services)
- Lenders and their representatives
- Real estate professionals
- Insurance companies
- Government agencies
- Attorneys
- Auditors
- Affiliated companies
We may also disclose your information:
- When required by law or court order
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- In connection with a business transition (e.g., merger, acquisition)
YOUR CHOICES
You have certain choices regarding how we use and disclose your information:
- You may opt out of receiving marketing communications
- You may request access to your personal information
- You may request that we correct inaccurate information
- You may request that we delete or restrict the use of your information, subject to legal requirements
To exercise these choices, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this Policy.
SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
RETENTION OF YOUR INFORMATION
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be effective as of the date stated at the top of this Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Ridge Security Title
Attn: Privacy Officer
1012 5th Street SE
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 419-8485
ammie.elmore@ridgetitle.com
YOUR CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us for more information.
YOUR FLORIDA PRIVACY RIGHTS
Florida residents may have specific rights regarding their personal information under Florida law. Please contact us for more information about your Florida privacy rights.
GOVERNING LAW
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.