Updated April 8, 2025
Silverthorne Homes (“Silverthorne,” “we,” “us,” or “our”)
values its customers’ privacy and understands you care about how your personal
information is gathered, used and shared. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”)
describes how Silverthorne collects, uses, stores and shares your information.
This Policy applies to information we collect from and/or about you, including
but not limited to: when you access or use applications, websites, or products
and/or services (collectively, “Products and Services”); when you communicate
with Silverthorne, including but not limited to communications by email,
telephone, and/or in person; and information obtained from third party sources.
By accessing and/or using Silverthorne’s Products and
Services, or by communicating with Silverthorne in any manner, you represent
that you have read, understand and consent to this Policy. Silverthorne
reserves the right to make changes to this Policy at any time.
In using this website and by engaging Silverthorne in
business and services, you agree and acknowledge that Silverthorne shall be
given an unlimited, irrevocable, world-wide, and continuous license to use,
publish, recreate, and sublicense any information you have provided us for any
purpose. In agreeing to the above statement, you concede to hold us innocent in
our use of this website and any information we obtain from you.
The Type of Information Silverthorne Collects About You
Silverthorne may collect the following categories of
information from and about you, including but not limited to: (1) Direct
identifiers such as name, alias, social media identifier(s), IP address; (2)
Physical characteristics, including protected characteristics under federal and
state law such as age, sex, race, and ethnicity; (3) Commercial information,
including records of Products and Services purchased, obtained, or considered,
and other histories and tendencies; (4) Biometric information; (5) Internet
or other electronic network activity information; (6) Audio, electronic and
visual information, including telephone recordings, electronic communication
records, and security camera footage; (7) Employment related information, such
as work history, salary/income history, and education history.
How Silverthorne Collects Information About You
Silverthorne may collect your information in three ways: (1)
directly from you; (2) automatically; and (3) from third parties.
Information collected directly from you includes
but is not limited to: information you provide by completing forms, either in
person or electronically; information you provide while accessing Silverthorne’s
Products and Services; records and copies of correspondence between you and Silverthorne;
details of transactions you carry out through Silverthorne’s Products and
Services; and search queries on Silverthorne’s website.
Information collected automatically from you
when you interact with Silverthorne’s website or when you communicate with Silverthorne
includes but is not limited to: details of your activity on Silverthorne’s
website, including cookie information (identification information transferred
to your browser or device that permits recognition of your browser or device
and provides information regarding visitation of website pages and features),
traffic data, location data, and logs and other communication data; information
about your electronic device and internet connection, including your IP
address, operating system, and browser type; and Email interactivity
information such as opening, navigating, and click-through information.
Information collected from third parties includes
but is not limited to: data analytics providers for the purpose of receiving
statistical data about your activity on Silverthorne’s website; social media
networks for the purpose of collecting information such as profile information,
screen names, contact information, contact lists, and information regarding
your contacts through the social media platforms; third party service providers,
including but not limited to internet service providers; and public sources
such as local, state and federal government agencies and departments. If you
click on a link to a third-party website or service, a third party may also
transmit cookies to you and/or collect information about you. You understand
and acknowledge this Policy does not cover the use of cookies and/or
information by any third parties.
By submitting your information, you are agreeing to receive
emails and marketing materials at the frequency we deem necessary. If you do
not consent or agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use any of
our Sources or communicate with us (as a basis for processing your Personal
Information is your consent to this Privacy Policy). If you wish to withdraw
your consent, please follow the procedures set forth in our Opt-Out Policy to
withdraw your consent (in whole in or part) by following our opt-out
procedures.
As this website is not directed toward children, we do not
knowingly collect information from children. Children should not use this
website without parent supervision.
How Silverthorne Uses Your Information
Silverthorne will treat all information that you share with
us, regardless of how the information is legally obtained from you, as
non-confidential and non-proprietary. The only exception to this treatment is
if we are required by law to act otherwise. Silverthorne may use your
information for a variety of purposes, including but not limited
to: administration, internal operations, troubleshooting, data analysis,
testing, research, and for statistical purposes; responding to your requests,
feedback, or inquiries; compliance with laws, regulations, and other legal
requirements; compliance with relevant industry standards and policies;
protection and enforcement of your rights and the rights of other users against
unlawful activity, including identity theft and fraud; protection of the
integrity and maintain security of Silverthorne’s Products and Services; to
provide you with information and advertisements about products, services, and
promotions from Silverthorne; to deliver content tailored to your interests and
the manner in which you use Silverthorne’s Products and Services; to present
content in a manner that is optimized for your device; and to measure and
analyze the effectiveness of Silverthorne’s Products and Services.
Community and Housing Information
Community and housing/product information provided and
published on this website, including but not limited to pricing, included
features, availability, amenities, promotions, floor plans, or elevations are
subject to change without prior written notice or obligation. Any media found
on this website, including photos, videos and drawings, is strictly
representative of Silverthorne Homes' product; therefore, the constructed homes
may vary in color, size, floor plans, features, or other characteristics. Media
on this website does not represent a racial or ethnic preference. Home prices
are the base prices of the homes, with all included features accounted for, but
additional upgrades and options are not included in the price unless noted
specifically. Promotions and offers are often limited to individual communities
and homes. All promotions are subject to terms and conditions and can change
without prior written notice. Any financial information on this website should
not be misinterpreted as legal accounting advice. For information and
disclaimers on promotions or financing of a specific home, contact the sales
manager of that community.
Our Opt-Out Policy
Email Marketing: To stop receiving newsletters
or marketing communications from us or to opt out of having information, such
as your email address shared with third parties, please use the “unsubscribe”
mechanism provided in the communication or send an e-mail to info@silverthornehomebuilders.com
along with the information necessary for us to process your request.
Text/SMS Messaging: To stop receiving
communication via text/SMS messaging, respond “STOP” to any text communications
received from Silverthorne Homes or send an e-mail to info@silverthornehomebuilders.com
requesting to be removed from text/SMS communications.
When submitting a contact form on our site, as appropriate,
you may be asked to enter your: name, e-mail address, mailing address, or phone
number.
How Silverthorne May Share Some of Your Personal
Information
Text/SMS Messaging: Phone numbers collected with
SMS consent, will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties or
affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside
parties your personally identifiable information. This does not include trusted
third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business,
or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information
confidential. We may also release your information when we believe release is
appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours
or others’ rights, property, or safety. However, non-personally identifiable
visitor information may be provided to other parties for marketing,
advertising, or other uses.
TERMS OF USE
This website (referred to as this "website") is
owned and operated by Silverthorne Homes. You may contact Silverthorne at 1690 Afton
Rd, Sycamore, IL 60178. By accessing this website, you agree to the provisions
of this Terms of Use.
Equal Housing Opportunity
Silverthorne Homes abides by and is dedicated to upholding
equal housing opportunity and provides housing to any qualifying individual,
regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, handicap, or
familial status.
Privacy Ownership and Use
This website and the contents herein are owned by Silverthorne.
The use of this website or any other website representing Silverthorne
signifies your agreement and acceptance of the terms herein. The re-creation,
reproduction, duplication, re-posting or other use of any material (regardless
of media type) on this website, without prior written notice and permission of Silverthorne
Homes is prohibited, except in the case of printing hard copy information as an
aid to home purchasing.
Copyright Infringement Claims
Copyright owners who believe their right and property is
infringed upon by this website and Silverthorne Homes can send notices to us
at: 1690 Afton Rd, Sycamore, IL 60178. All notices must meet the requirements
of The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1988, which provides information and
direction for copyright owners who feel that rights and property have been
infringed upon.
Community and Housing Information
Community and housing/product information provided and
published on this website, including but not limited to pricing, included
features, availability, amenities, promotions, floor plans, or elevations are
subject to change without prior written notice or obligation. Any media found
on this website, including photos, videos and drawings, is strictly
representative of Silverthorne Homes' product; therefore, the constructed homes
may vary in color, size, floor plans, features, or other characteristics. Media
on this website does not represent a racial or ethnic preference. Home prices
are the base prices of the homes, with all included features accounted for, but
additional upgrades and options are not included in the price unless noted
specifically. Promotions and offers are often limited to individual communities
and homes. All promotions are subject to terms and conditions and can change
without prior written notice.
SMS Terms & Conditions
1- SMS Consent Communication:
The information (Phone Numbers) obtained as part of the SMS
consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
2- Types of SMS Communications:
If you have consented to receive text messages from Silverthorne
Homes, you may receive messages related to the following (provide specific
examples):
Example: "Hello, this is a friendly
reminder of your upcoming appointment with [Name] at [Location] on [Date] at
[Time]. Reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging at any time."
3- Message Frequency:
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication
Example:
"Message frequency may vary. You may receive up to 2 SMS messages per week
regarding your appointments or account status."
4- Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:
Please note that standard message and data rates may apply,
depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is
sent domestically or internationally.
5- Opt-In Method:
You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Silverthorne
Homes in the following ways:
6- Opt-Out Method:
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do
so, simply reply "STOP" to any SMS message you receive.
Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our
messaging list.
7- Help:
If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the
keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us at info@silverthornehomebuilders.com
Additional Options:
8- Standard Messaging Disclosures:
Third Party Websites
Links to and from this website are permissible, but users
acknowledge that outside websites are not maintained by Silverthorne. Silverthorne
cannot be held liable for information or material found on third party websites
linked to this website. A link to a third-party website does not indicate or
imply that Silverthorne condones the information or material found on said
website. In using this website, you agree that Silverthorne shall not be held
responsible for content, products, privacy practices, or services offered or
provided by other websites.
Limitation of Liability, Indemnity and Disclaimer
Silverthorne strives to maintain and keep current
information on this website. Nevertheless, at times, the information on this
website may not be accurate, timely, or complete. Silverthorne is under no
obligation to keep this website up to date and does not guarantee that this
website is free of error. Silverthorne will not be held responsible for website
malfunctions. You use this website at your own risk. Silverthorne and the user
acknowledge that Silverthorne will not be held responsible for any damages
resulting from the use of or dependence on this website, including damage to
computer equipment or other property used in downloading or storing website
content or content provided by Silverthorne. In addition, you agree to
indemnify, shield, and hold innocent Silverthorne for all unauthorized uses you
make in respect to this website.
To the fullest extent allowed by applicable law, you waive,
repudiate, and relinquish Silverthorne and all its subsidiaries, affiliates,
owners, and employees, from all claims of any kind resulting from your use of
this website and the content and materials herein. Claims include, but are not
limited to: actual, incidental, punitive, damages, attorney's fees and costs,
claims for interest, warranty, tort, strict liability, or product liability.
All material on this website is provided to you without warranty and is used at
your own risk.
Termination
These Terms of Use shall remain binding and in effect until
terminated by Silverthorne. Should these Terms of Use be terminated,
restrictions imposed by these Terms of Use shall survive. Restrictions may
include, but are not limited to: disclaimers, limitations of liability, and
releases and waivers.
Modifications or Additions to Terms of Use
Silverthorne reserves the right to change this Terms of Use
at any time without prior written notice to you. Users will be made aware of
the last update to this Terms of Use by providing on this website a date on
which the update was made.