We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.
Last updated: 5 July 2026
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
The types of personal information we may collect include:
We may also collect information automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. This information helps us understand how you interact with our services and allows us to improve your experience.
In some cases, we may collect information from third-party sources, such as credit bureaus, identity verification services, and public databases, to verify your identity, assess creditworthiness, and prevent fraud.
We take steps to ensure that the personal information we collect is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. You can help us by promptly notifying us of any changes to your personal information.
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
Our legal basis for processing your personal information may include:
We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another reason compatible with the original purpose. If we need to use your personal information for an unrelated purpose, we will notify you and explain the legal basis which allows us to do so.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. To determine the appropriate retention period, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, and applicable legal requirements.
We may share your personal information with:
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, accidental loss, or destruction. We use industry-standard encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website.
We use the following types of cookies:
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, we're here to help.
The fastest way to reach the Homestar Credit Grants team is through our contact page — send us your request and we'll route it to the right people.
Contact us →We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and within the timeframe required by applicable law.