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How do I manage consent and information sharing?

Learn to control information sharing and manage consent.

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Managing Consent and Information Sharing

You have full control over what information is shared and with whom.

Understanding Your Privacy

Housing Match never shares your information without permission. You decide:

  • What information providers can see
  • Which documents you share
  • When you revoke access
  • Who can contact you

Sharing Your Profile

  1. Go to Privacy Settings
  2. Choose your sharing level:
    • Private: Only you see it
    • Limited: Visible only after you apply
    • Public: Visible in searches

Sharing Documents

When applying:

  1. You choose which documents to share
  2. The provider sees only selected documents
  3. You can revoke access anytime

Revoking Access

Change your mind? Revoke anytime:

  1. Go to My Documents
  2. Select a document
  3. Click Revoke Access
  4. Provider can no longer see it

Managing Provider Contact

Control how providers reach you:

  • Email contact (default)
  • Phone calls (optional)
  • Text messages (optional)

What's Shared?

If you share: Name, contact, support needs, interests, preferences

If you don't: Providers see only that you applied

Important

Housing Match:

  • Never sells your data
  • Never shares without consent
  • Only shares with chosen providers
  • Protects health information

Questions? Read our Privacy Policy or contact hello@housingmatch.com.au

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