Terms of Use

Introduction: The sole proprietorship under the name “SAVVAS DROSOS”, based in Pothia, Island of Kalymnos, Postal Code 85200, with email address info@myoikia.com and VAT number 148212873 (G.E.MI. no. 150878420000), (hereinafter the “Company”), has the exclusive management of the website myoikia.com (hereinafter the “Website”). The Website provides an online platform for the presentation and promotion of real estate properties for sale or lease, offering information to all visitors/users (hereinafter the “User” or the “Users”) regarding available properties and related services. These terms of use, together with the attached privacy policy and cookie policy, constitute the legally binding agreement between the User and the Company regarding the use of the Website and the services provided through it.

Unreserved Acceptance of Terms: By accessing, browsing and/or using the Website, the User declares that they fully and unreservedly accept all these terms of use. If any User does not agree with the terms, they must not use the Website, must immediately discontinue browsing, and refrain from any further use of the Company’s services through the Website. Continued use of the Website implies that the User has read, understood, and fully accepted these terms and is bound by them on each new visit. Browsing and using the Website by the User also constitutes a statement that the User is over 18 years of age and that all information they provide is true, with the User being responsible for its accuracy. If the User uses the Website on behalf of a legal entity, they declare and guarantee that they have the authority to bind the legal entity and act on its behalf.

Right to Modify Terms: The Company reserves the right, at its discretion, to unilaterally and at any time amend these terms of use without prior notice. Any modification will become effective immediately upon being posted on the Website. Users are advised to regularly check the terms of use. Use of the Website after any modification of the terms constitutes acceptance by the User of the new modified terms. In the event that the User does not agree with the modified terms, they must discontinue the use of the Website and the Company’s services.

Purpose and Services of the Website: The Website is provided by the Company as an information and mediation platform in the real estate market. In particular, through the Website, properties offered for sale and/or lease by owners/clients are presented, and prospective buyers or tenants are given the opportunity to be informed about these properties. The Company may provide promotion and brokerage services, acting as an intermediary between owners (sellers/lessors) and prospective buyers/tenants, with the aim of concluding real estate sales or lease contracts. It is noted that the role of the Company, when acting as an intermediary, consists in facilitating contact between the parties and providing support services (such as listing the property through ads, collecting supporting documents, consulting, etc.), and under no circumstances is the Company the buyer, seller, lessor, or lessee of the properties themselves. Any contract of sale or lease of a property shall be concluded exclusively between the involved parties (owner and buyer/tenant), with the Company not being a contracting party but merely an intermediary.

User Account: Certain functions of the Website (e.g., property ad submission, creation of favorites list, access to full contact details) may require the User to create a personal account. Upon registration, the User is required to provide true, accurate, and complete information and to update it in case of changes. The User is solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their password and the security of their account. Any action performed through the account is presumed to be made by the User. The Company bears no responsibility for any damage or issue arising from unauthorized use of the account, provided there is no prior fault on the part of the Company. In the event of a suspected security breach or unauthorized use, the User must immediately notify the Company.

User Obligations and Conduct: Users agree to use the Website legally and in accordance with these terms. Indicatively and not exhaustively, the User agrees that during use of the Website they shall not:

• Violate laws or regulations: Any act contrary to applicable Greek and European legislation or infringing third-party rights (e.g., intellectual property rights, personal data, personality, etc.).
• Engage in misleading or abusive behavior: Posting or transmitting false, inaccurate or misleading content, offensive, defamatory, obscene or illegal material. Posting ads or content about properties that do not exist or for which the User does not have the proper authorization/instruction for promotion is prohibited.
• Unauthorized access and interference: Attempting to interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Website or its servers, through the spread of malicious software, viruses or other harmful code. Attempting unauthorized access to any part of the Website, other users’ accounts, computer systems or networks connected to the Website is prohibited.
• Data collection: Using automated means (bots, crawlers, etc.) to collect information or extract data from the Website without the Company’s written permission. Mass collection of listings or user data (scraping) as well as the use of the Website for sending unsolicited communications (spam) is prohibited.
• Interference with other users’ experience: The User shall not take actions that could burden or harm the experience of other users, such as continuous message sending, posting repetitive content, or attempting to deceive other members of the platform.

Failure to comply with the above obligations may lead, at the Company’s discretion, to temporary or permanent suspension of the User’s access to the Website, deletion of any account/content, as well as any lawful measure for the protection of the Company’s legal interests.

Intellectual and Industrial Property Rights: All content of the Website (including but not limited to: texts, photos, images, graphics, logos, distinctive signs, trademarks, listing database, software and all types of files) is protected under Greek and European intellectual property, trademark and industrial property law. The Company and/or its licensors (such as partners, advertisers, software providers) retain the intellectual property rights over this content. Any reproduction, copying, storage, modification, transfer, distribution, transmission, republication, sale, translation or general use of the Website’s content for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited without the prior written permission of the Company. Only personal, non-commercial use and temporary storage of content (e.g., saving a listing for personal reference) is allowed, provided that any copyright or ownership notices are not altered or removed.

A User who uploads content to the Website (e.g., property photos and descriptions in listings) retains the intellectual property rights to the content provided but grants the Company a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, reproduce, display, translate and distribute such content through the Website for the purpose of property promotion and provision of related services. The User guarantees that they have the right to grant this content and that it does not infringe third-party rights (e.g., personal data of individuals in photos, third-party intellectual property rights in images/texts, etc.). The Company reserves the right to remove any content posted by the User if it deems that it violates the law or these terms or to request the User to modify/correct the provided information.

Limitation of Company Liability: The information and content available through the Website are provided “as is.” Although the Company makes efforts to ensure the accuracy and update of the information (e.g., property availability and features, prices, descriptions), it cannot guarantee that all information is always complete, accurate and current. Each User/visitor must evaluate the provided information and act on their own judgment and responsibility, verifying any critical details before making decisions. The Company bears no responsibility for any direct or indirect damages, loss of income or profits, loss of opportunities, loss of data, or any kind of damage to the User or third parties arising from the use of the Website, inability to use it, delays or interruptions in operation, inaccuracies or omissions in content, or any errors/defects in the software. Any information contained on the Website is provided strictly for informational purposes and in no case constitutes advice, proposal or encouragement to act (e.g., does not constitute investment or legal/tax advice) – the User must consult appropriate professionals before making any decision. Furthermore, the Company does not guarantee uninterrupted availability or error-free operation of the Website, nor that the server or servers through which the Website is made available are free of “viruses” or other harmful elements. The User is responsible for taking all necessary measures to protect their device and systems from viruses, malware or other threats. The Company recommends that Users use protection software (e.g., antivirus) and scan any files received from the Website before installing or using them.

The Company bears no responsibility for the content of third-party websites that may be linked through the Website via hyperlinks. The provision of such links is solely for the User’s convenience. Access to third-party websites is at the User’s own risk and such websites are subject to their own terms of use and policies, for which the Company bears no responsibility or control. Similarly, the Company is not responsible for communications or transactions of the User with third-party advertisers or service providers that may be displayed on the Website – any such transaction is carried out exclusively between the User and the respective third party without any responsibility of the Company.

Right of Withdrawal: If the User enters into a contract with the Company for the provision of brokerage or property promotion services remotely (e.g., electronically, through the Website or via email/phone, without physical presence), as a consumer they retain the legal right to withdraw from this contract within 14 calendar days from the date of conclusion. Withdrawal is exercised by sending a clear statement (e.g., via email to the Company’s address) before the deadline expires. In the case of a valid withdrawal, the Company will cease the provision of services and the User will not bear any financial charge, apart from any fees for services already provided upon the User’s request. It is noted that if the User has expressly agreed for the service provision to begin before the 14-day period expires and acknowledges that they lose the right of withdrawal (e.g., if they request immediate promotion of their property), then the Company may complete the service and the User will not be able to exercise the right of withdrawal.

Applicable Law and Jurisdiction: These terms of use, as well as the use of the Website by the User, are governed by Greek law. Any dispute arising from or in connection with the interpretation, performance, or application of these terms shall be resolved by the competent courts of Greece. If no amicable resolution is reached, the competent courts of the jurisdiction of the Dodecanese (indicatively, the courts of Kalymnos or Rhodes) shall have jurisdiction, unless otherwise provided by law.

Contact: For any issue regarding these terms of use, any violations thereof, or requests related to the use of the Website, Users may contact the Company at the email address info@myoikia.com. The Company will make every reasonable effort to respond to such inquiries or complaints as soon as possible.

Privacy Policy

1. General Principles – Data Controller: The company “SAVVAS DROSOS”, based in Pothia, Kalymnos 85200, with email info@myoikia.com, VAT number 148212873 and G.E.MI. number 150878420000, acts as the Data Controller of the personal data collected through the Website. The Company, in full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), Greek Law 4624/2019, and Presidential Decree 207/1998, as applicable, implements all necessary technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. This Privacy Policy aims to inform users of the Website about which information we collect, for what purpose, how we use it, to whom it may be disclosed, and what rights you have.
2. Data We Collect: We collect only the personal data you voluntarily provide and consent to, as well as the data necessary to fulfill your requests or the services you seek. This may include: full name, email address, phone number, postal address, and any other information you provide through the Website’s contact forms, via email or phone, or through messages sent to the Company’s official social media accounts (e.g., Messenger, Instagram, Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber, TikTok). For example, when filling out a contact form, we may ask for your name, email, phone number, and your message/request. When contacting us via phone or messaging apps/social media, we may collect your username and any other details you choose to share (e.g., information about a property you are interested in or wish to promote). We do not collect or process personal data without your active submission and consent, unless such processing is permitted or required by law. Browsing the Website does not require registration or submission of personal data, except for data automatically collected through cookies or similar technologies, as described below.
3. Automatically Collected Data – Log Files and Cookies: Each time you use our Website, we may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, device type, browser and operating system, date and time of access, and details of your activity on the Website (e.g., pages visited, duration of visit). These details are usually gathered through cookies or similar technologies and help us understand how you interact with the Website. (See the “Cookie Policy” section below for more details.) These data (log files, cookies) are not used for direct identification or personalization but for statistical purposes, improving your experience, and ensuring the secure and proper functioning of the Website. For example, an IP address may be used to prevent malicious attacks (e.g., blocking suspicious addresses) or identify general geographic areas without precise location tracking.
4. Purposes and Legal Bases of Processing: We use your personal data solely for specific purposes, including:

• Request Handling and Communication: Data such as names, contact details, and message content are used to respond to your inquiries, provide requested information about properties or services, and generally communicate with you. Legal bases include your consent (e.g., when filling out a contact form or messaging us) and/or our legitimate interest or pre-contractual necessity to respond to your request.
• Brokerage/Real Estate Promotion Services: If you engage the Company to promote your property or seek property brokerage services, we will process necessary data for contract execution. This may include full identification details, property information, and financial data. Legal bases include performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations (e.g., tax law, anti-money laundering), and your consent where required.
• Website Operation and Improvement – Statistical Analysis: We process usage data (see section 3) to understand how users interact with the Website, evaluate our performance, and improve services. For example, we may use tools like Google Analytics to obtain aggregate information (visitor count, popular pages, session duration, etc.). These are anonymous and do not contain personal data. Processing is based on our legitimate interest and, where legally required (e.g., non-essential cookies), your consent.
• Marketing and Updates (if you consent): If you sign up for newsletters or explicitly consent to receive promotional messages, we may use your contact information to send updates about new properties, services, offers, or events. Such communications are sent only with prior opt-in consent, which you may revoke at any time (opt-out) via unsubscribe links or by contacting us.
• Legal Obligations – Claim Handling: We may process personal data to meet legal obligations or protect our legal interests, e.g., maintaining tax records or retaining data for dispute resolution.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties: The Company respects your personal data and generally does not share it with third parties without your consent. Exceptions include:

• Collaborating service providers (e.g., web hosting, technical support, analytics tools such as Google Analytics, external brokers or advertising platforms), strictly limited to what is necessary and under data processing agreements as required by Article 28 GDPR.
• Legal or public authority requests: If required by law, court order, or regulatory authority.
• Fraud prevention or rights protection: Where necessary to prevent illegal acts or defend rights.
• Business transfers: In case of a corporate reorganization, merger, division, or business sale, user data may be transferred under confidentiality obligations and continued protection.

6. Data Retention: We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, and in compliance with applicable laws.

• Contact request data (via forms, email, social media) is retained as long as needed to respond, unless leading to further cooperation.
• Client data is retained for the duration of the contractual relationship and as long as needed to fulfill legal obligations (e.g., tax recordkeeping), typically 5–10 years.
• Cookie and analytics data are retained as described in the Cookie Policy (e.g., Google Analytics cookies up to 2 years). Server log files are deleted after a few months unless needed for security.
  After the relevant retention period ends, data is securely deleted or anonymized. If you request earlier deletion, we will comply unless retention is legally required or justified by overriding interests.

7. Specific Section – Real Estate Mediation Data: If you work with the Company for brokerage or property promotion, the following apply:

• Purpose & Legal Bases: The purpose is to mediate for contract conclusion (sale/lease). Legal bases include (a) your consent (e.g., photo use, newsletters), (b) contractual necessity (e.g., processing property details), and (c) legal obligations (e.g., VAT number for compliance).
• Data Categories: For property owners, this may include full name, contact info, ID/passport, VAT number, property documents (titles, zoning, energy certificates), photos, bank info. For buyers/tenants: contact details, preferences, financial info (e.g., need for a loan).
• Recipients: Data may be shared with interested buyers/tenants, legal/technical advisors, banks (with consent), or third-party collaborators such as other agents, photographers, or listing platforms, under confidentiality and lawful processing agreements.

8. Data Subject Rights: Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Know if your data is processed and access it.
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten): Request deletion where legally allowed (e.g., data no longer needed, consent withdrawn). We cannot delete data we are legally obliged to keep.
• Restriction: Request limited processing under specific conditions (e.g., accuracy is contested).
• Objection (Opt-out): Object to processing based on legitimate interest; we will stop unless overriding reasons apply. You may revoke consent (e.g., for marketing) anytime.
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format and transmit it to another controller, where technically feasible.

We aim to facilitate and respond to your requests within 30 days, extendable to 60 days for complex or numerous requests, with prior notice. Contact us to exercise your rights (see section 10). We may ask for identification before fulfilling your request.

9. Data Security: The Company takes appropriate security measures to protect personal data from accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure or access, and other unlawful forms of processing. These include encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS), access control systems, regular audits and system upgrades, and incident response plans. While no system is infallible, we apply best practices to safeguard your data.
10. Contact – Data Protection Officer: For any questions, clarifications or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection matters, contact the Company and its Data Protection Officer (DPO) at info@myoikia.com. We will respond as soon as possible. If you believe your privacy is being violated or your request was not satisfied, you have the right to file a complaint with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (DPA) via www.dpa.gr.
11. Cookies and Tracking: As explained in the Cookie Policy below, the Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect statistics. We use cookies only as needed to provide our services, in compliance with EU and GDPR rules. We primarily use essential cookies for functionality and analytical cookies for statistics, with your consent where required. By continuing to browse the Website or accepting the cookie notice, you consent to this usage. See the next section for more details on types and control.
12. Policy Changes: This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal framework. The Company reserves the right to unilaterally modify its content at any time. Significant changes will be posted on the Website and take effect upon publication. We recommend regularly checking this page. The last revision date is shown at the bottom. Continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the website myoikia.com, what types of cookies we use and for what purposes, as well as your options regarding them. Upon visiting the Website, a relevant cookie notification (banner) will appear, allowing you to select which categories of cookies you accept.

1. What are cookies?
   Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your computer or mobile device when you visit it. These files often contain anonymous information, such as a unique identifier, and are sent by the website’s web server to your browser. The browser then stores the cookie in your system and sends it back to the same website upon each subsequent visit, helping identify the user and remember preferences. Cookies may be temporary (session cookies), deleted when you close the browser, or permanent (persistent cookies) that remain stored for a defined period or until you delete them.
   Cookies perform various functions, such as distinguishing you from other visitors, remembering your preferences (e.g., language selection), and improving your user experience by facilitating navigation. Some cookies are strictly necessary for a website to function properly, while others are used for analytics, advertising, or personalization purposes.
2. What cookies we use and why:
   On the website myoikia.com, we use the following categories of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: These are technically necessary for the basic functioning of the Website and for providing our services. They enable core functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. Without them, the Website cannot function properly. On our site, essential cookies include:
  • sb-login: A cookie related to user login functionality. It is HttpOnly and Secure, meaning it is only transmitted via HTTPS and inaccessible to client-side scripts, providing enhanced security. It is used to maintain the logged-in user session and remember the authentication token or session ID.
  • sb-updates: A cookie used to remember updates or settings related to the user’s account or general site updates (e.g., to prevent showing the same notification repeatedly). It is marked as Secure.
  • wp-wpml_current_language: A cookie used by the WPML plugin to store the user’s selected language (e.g., “el” or “en”), improving the multilingual browsing experience.
    These cookies do not store personal data beyond the technically necessary and are activated by default as they are essential for providing the service you requested. Consent is not required for these cookies (Article 4(5) Law 3471/2006).

  • cmplz_banner-status: Stores whether the user has dismissed the cookie consent banner.

  • cmplz_consented_services: Stores the categories of cookies the user has consented to.

  • cmplz_policy_id: Refers to the version of the cookie policy the user consented to.

  • cmplz_functional, cmplz_preferences: Store consent settings for functional and preference cookies, respectively.

  • Other session cookie: Technical cookies that ensure session continuity, user authentication, and system integrity. Some of these are HttpOnly and Secure.

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• Functionality/Preference Cookies:
  

  These allow the Website to remember choices you make (e.g., language, region, layout settings) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

  • wp-wpml_current_language: Also included here, as it supports personalized multilingual navigation.

  • cmplz_preferences: Remembers your specific cookie consent settings for future visits.

  These cookies are not strictly necessary, but they significantly enhance usability and the user experience. Any data collected is anonymized and not used for profiling or advertising.

• Performance/Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics): These cookies collect anonymous statistical information about how visitors use the Website. We use Google Analytics, which sets cookies like _ga, _gid, _gat, etc. These cookies help us measure traffic and user behavior (e.g., which pages are most visited, session duration, entry pages, errors encountered). The data is collected in anonymized form (e.g., IP address pseudonymization) and used solely to improve our services.
  Example: _ga is used to distinguish unique users via a random ID and has a 2-year lifespan; _gid has a 24-hour lifespan; _gat regulates request rates to Google servers.
  Google Analytics data is transmitted and stored on Google’s servers in accordance with Google’s privacy policy. We have enabled IP anonymization to further protect your privacy. These cookies are not used for targeted advertising and will not be installed without your consent. You may accept or reject them via the banner on your first visit.
  • cmplz_statistics: Stores the user’s consent preference for statistical cookies.
• Third-Party Cookies – Social Media Plugins: The Website may embed buttons or features from social networks (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) that may set third-party cookies. Such cookies are set by the respective platforms and governed by their own policies. For example, Facebook may set a cookie when a “Like” or “Share” button is used. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party cookie/privacy policies. (Note: no such third-party plugin cookies are currently in active use, apart from Google Analytics.)
  • cmplz_marketing: Records the user’s consent choice for marketing cookies. Currently, no active marketing cookies (e.g., Facebook Pixel or Google Ads) are used on the Website.

3. Cookie Consent – Settings
   Upon your first visit to the Website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to choose which non-essential cookies to accept. You can change these settings anytime through the banner (if a “Cookie Settings” link is provided) or via your browser settings.
   By clicking “Accept” on the banner, analytics cookies will be activated. If you click “Reject” or close the banner without accepting, no non-essential cookies will be stored. This may limit statistical tracking but will not affect core site functionality.
   You may later delete or block cookies via your browser and revisit the site to change your preferences.
4. How to manage cookies via browser settings
   Most browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.) allow you to manage cookie settings. You can block cookies or set alerts before cookies are stored. You can also delete existing cookies. Note that disabling all cookies may impact Website functionality—particularly if essential cookies are disabled (e.g., login or ad posting may not work). Even disabling analytics cookies means we won’t collect anonymous insights from your visits, but this is your right.
   For help managing cookies, visit:
   www.aboutcookies.org or the help section of your browser.
5. Google Analytics Opt-Out
   Google offers a browser add-on to opt out of Google Analytics tracking, available at:
   https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
   Once enabled, it blocks Google Analytics tracking for your browser across all websites, not just myoikia.com. Alternatively, you can decline analytics cookies directly via our site’s banner as described above.
6. Third-Party Content Cookies
   Embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Google Maps) may install third-party cookies during viewing. For example, Google Maps may store cookies to enable map functionality. These cookies are outside our control and governed by third-party cookie policies. See our Privacy Policy for more details.
7. Policy Updates
   The Company may update this Cookie Policy as needed (e.g., due to new cookies or legal changes). Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. Check this page regularly. Significant changes (e.g., new cookie categories) may trigger a new consent banner.
8. Contact
   For questions or clarifications about this Cookie Policy, contact us at info@myoikia.com. For general personal data protection matters or rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Intellectual Property Rights – Protection Statement

All content hosted on the website myoikia.com, including but not limited to photographs, videos, texts, graphics, digital files, floor plans, and any other material related to the properties or services presented, constitutes the intellectual property of the business “SAVVAS DROSOS” and/or of its lawful licensors who have granted the Company the right to use such content.

The creation, production, editing, and uploading of this content are carried out exclusively for the purposes of property promotion, service provision, and informing visitors of the Website. As such, all content is protected under Greek and European intellectual and industrial property law (including but not limited to Law 2121/1993, Directive 2001/29/EC, and the General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR).

Any of the following actions are strictly prohibited without the prior written consent of the Company:

• copying

• reproduction

• transmission

• publication or republication

• storage

• modification

• public distribution by any means or in any manner

• or any use of the content for commercial, advertising, or other purposes

Use of any material from the Website without appropriate authorization constitutes a violation of intellectual property rights and may result in civil and criminal penalties, in accordance with applicable law.

Exceptionally, personal and non-commercial use of individual content elements is allowed, provided that:

• the content is not altered in any way,

• all copyright or ownership notices (e.g., logos, signatures, watermarks) remain visible and intact, and

• the material is not shared with third parties.

If you wish to use any content from myOikia for any purpose, you must contact us at info@myoikia.com to request a formal license of use.

Protecting our intellectual property rights ensures the quality, authenticity, and integrity of the information we provide and remains a top priority for our Company.

Last updated: June 2025.