3 Ways Husmus Protects Tenant Privacy
The world of renting isn’t an easy place to navigate. When it comes to securing the right home, there’s so much to think about, for both landlords and tenants. Thanks to the internet-reliant modern age, it’s become increasingly important to consider who we’re sharing our data with and where it could end up.
At Husmus, we’re on a mission to revolutionise the way you rent. Today we’re here to share 3 ways Husmus protects tenant privacy to ensure safer and simpler renting for everyone.
Keep reading to find out more!
Following privacy guidelines is important but easy It’s easy for landlords to fail
In 2021, the number of households renting from a private landlord in the UK exceeded 5.4 million – that's 19% of all households, a vast proportion of tenants and our overall population. Staggering house prices, fluctuating lifestyles and on-the-move careers all contribute to the rental boom, but does the current system serve the interests of tenant data protection?
If you’re a tenant, you’re probably all too familiar with the traditional onboarding process. While doing the necessary checks is essential, it can often feel like you’re stuck under the glare of a very intense microscope.
While landlords are subject to the Data Protection Act of 1998, they’re not always in the best position to abide by it. With little time on their hands and often multiple properties to manage, tenant information can easily get lost or misused along the way.
Here's how Husmus helps landlords protect tenant data.
3 Ways Husmus Protects Tenant Privacy
1. Automated Checks, Free From Human Eyes
Husmus believes technology has the potential to keep tenant data safer and more secure than ever before. Our method is simple: all ID checks, document reviews and bank statement assessments are carried out by an automated system. Not only does this allow for improved consistency and elimination of bias, it also keeps your data completely anonymous.
And to make sure our system works in the best interests of tenants, we also make sure to analyse a small anonymised sample (1 in every 50 assessments) to keep our accuracy in check.
2. Sensitive Details Kept Safe, Even From Landlords
When it comes to your data, we’re committed to keeping it secure. We don’t share your sensitive details with anyone, even the landlords you’re renting from. They’ll get a basic overview of everything they need to know and discover whether or not you passed our assessment metrics.
3. Data Deleted Within 24 Hours
Ineffective data storage is one of the biggest causes of leaks – and not the kind that pours through your ceiling! At Husmus, we delete all of your data within 24 hours of receiving it and only retain logs of what was assessed, when and the result. Not only does this allow us to comply with strict government data regulations, it also means we can keep your personal details private.
So, that’s everything you need to know about how Husmus protects tenant privacy.
If you’re a landlord looking to improve your current experience or a tenant searching for more information, visit our website today.