PRIVACY POLICY

Real Estate Management Brokers Institute (REMBI)

The Real Estate Management Brokers Institute (“REMBI,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when accessing or using our websites, programs, memberships, events, publications, certifications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, protect, and manage your information. It should be read in conjunction with the REMBI Terms of Use, which govern your use of the Services.

By accessing or using the Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect information in the following categories:

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with REMBI, you may provide:

  • Name, organization, title, license or credential details

  • Email address, phone number, mailing address

  • Username, password, or account credentials

  • Payment and billing information

  • Event registration details

  • Membership, certification, or course enrollment data

  • Communications, inquiries, surveys, or feedback

  • Content submitted through interactive features

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you access the REMBI Websites, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited, time spent, referring URLs

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Payment processors

  • Event platforms

  • Learning management systems

  • Membership or credential verification partners

  • Marketing or analytics providers
    All such data is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. HOW WE USE INFORMATION

REMBI uses collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve Services

  • Process memberships, event registrations, certifications, and payments

  • Communicate with you regarding programs, updates, and opportunities

  • Verify credentials and eligibility

  • Administer education, events, and interactive features

  • Enforce Terms of Use and institutional policies

  • Maintain security and prevent fraud

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

  • Support internal analytics and reporting

REMBI does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice, and information collected is used solely for institutional, educational, and operational purposes.

3. COMMUNICATIONS & EMAIL CONSENT

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from REMBI related to:

  • Membership status

  • Events, certifications, and programs

  • Policy updates

  • Educational resources

  • Administrative or transactional notices

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link or contacting REMBI directly.
Transactional and administrative messages may continue as required for Services delivery.

4. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

REMBI Websites may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve functionality

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Customize user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the Services may not function properly as a result.

5. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

REMBI does not sell your personal information.

We may share information only:

  • With trusted service providers performing Services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, event platforms)

  • When required by law, court order, or legal process

  • To protect REMBI’s rights, property, security, or operations

  • In connection with organizational restructuring or asset transfer

  • With your explicit consent

All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and data security standards consistent with this Privacy Policy.

6. DATA SECURITY

REMBI implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take commercially reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and promptly notifying REMBI of any suspected security breach.

7. DATA RETENTION

REMBI retains personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy

  • Comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory obligations

  • Enforce Terms of Use and institutional policies

Data may be retained longer where required by law or for legitimate institutional interests.

8. INTERACTIVE SERVICES & USER CONTENT

Information you submit through discussion forums, comment areas, or interactive services may be visible to others. REMBI is not responsible for how third parties use information you voluntarily share publicly.

User-submitted Content is governed by the Terms of Use, including REMBI’s rights to moderate, remove, or retain such Content.

9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

REMBI Websites may link to third-party websites. REMBI is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party sites. You should review their privacy policies before providing information.

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

REMBI Services are intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. REMBI does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If such information is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.

11. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access or correct your personal information

  • Request deletion of certain data

  • Restrict or object to certain processing

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted to REMBI using the contact information below and will be handled in accordance with applicable law.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

REMBI may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on the REMBI Websites with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. CONTACT INFORMATION

Real Estate Management Brokers Institute (REMBI)
Email: support@rembi.org