RentHop

RentHop is an online real estate platform primarily focused on apartment rentals in major U.S. cities, with a significant presence in New York City. The service connects renters with brokers, landlords, and property managers by providing a searchable database of available apartments. A key feature of RentHop is its "HopScore," an algorithm that ranks listings based on their quality, accuracy, and the responsiveness of the advertiser. While primarily a tool for apartment hunting, the platform collects and displays personal information such as names, email addresses, and phone numbers of the individuals listing the properties. This public display of contact information could potentially be misused by bad actors for unsolicited contact, phishing attempts, or other forms of harassment. To mitigate these risks, individuals who list properties on the platform should be mindful of the information they share publicly and can manage their data by contacting the company.