Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: April 24, 2025
Welcome to TheBruinBin.com. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website. By accessing or using our site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Overview
TheBruinBin.com is owned and operated by Ebony Key Properties, LLC. Our website provides information about our vacation rental properties and allows users to inquire about availability, make bookings, and sign up for newsletters or promotional communications.
Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use this website or book a rental. By using this site, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age and capable of entering into a binding agreement.
Use of the Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:
* Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
* Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site or its systems
* Use the site to transmit spam, malware, or any harmful content
* Copy, distribute, or exploit any content without our written permission
Intellectual Property
All content on TheBruinBin.com—including text, images, logos, graphics, and design—is owned by or licensed to us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use our content for commercial purposes without express written permission.
Booking and Payment Terms
All reservations and payments are subject to additional terms outlined during the booking process. We reserve the right to cancel or modify bookings at our discretion.
User Submissions
If you submit a review, message, or other content through our website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute that content.
Privacy
Your use of our website is also governed by our [Privacy Policy](https://thebruinbin.com/privacy-policy), which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
Disclaimer of Warranties
We provide this website “as is” and without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the site will be secure, error-free, or uninterrupted.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Bruin Bin shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the site.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of \[Insert State], without regard to conflict of law principles.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@thebruinbin.com
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for TheBruinBin.com
Effective Date: April 24, 2025
At The Bruin Bin, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Information We Collect (We collect your information via our secure booking platforms)
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
* Browse our website
* Sign up for our newsletter
* Submit an inquiry or contact form
* Make a booking or reservation
* Leave a review or comment
This information may include:
* Full name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Billing or payment details (processed through a third-party provider)
* Booking details (dates, preferences, number of guests, etc.)
* IP address and device/browser information
* Any other information you choose to provide
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
* Process bookings and rental inquiries
* Send booking confirmations and transactional messages
* Communicate promotional offers and newsletters (with your consent)
* Personalize your website experience
* Improve our website and services
* Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
Email Marketing
If you opt in to our newsletter, we will send you updates, offers, and travel inspiration. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
* Improve website functionality
* Analyze traffic and user behavior
* Remember your preferences and settings
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the site.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools and services to support our operations (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms, analytics tools). These providers only access your data to perform their services on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Common third-party services may include:
* Google Analytics
* Mailchimp (or other email marketing services)
* Stripe or PayPal for payment processing
* Hospitable, Airbnb, or other booking platforms (if applicable)
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information only:
* With trusted service providers under contract
* To comply with legal obligations
* To enforce our Terms and Conditions
* To protect the rights and safety of our users or the public
Your Data Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
* Access the personal data we hold about you
* Correct inaccurate or outdated data
* Request deletion of your data
* Object to or restrict data processing
* Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@thebruinbin.com.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that we have, we will delete the information.
International Users
If you are visiting from outside the United States, be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from your country.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@thebruinbin.com