Privacy & Data Protection

Privacy Policy

Transparent management of community data and organizational communication standards.

Last Updated: January 05, 2026

1. Data Collection

We collect information necessary to process donations, handle queries, and provide updates on our housing developments. This includes Identity Data (Names), Contact Data (Emails), and Interaction Data (Query history).

2. Communication Policy

Submission of any form constitutes express consent to be added to our database.

  • Program Updates: Notifications on affordable housing and tech research.
  • Campaigns: Info on fundraising and community impact.

3. Donor Privacy

We adhere to strict confidentiality. We will not sell, share, or trade our donor list with any other entity.

4. Data Security

The security of your personal data is a top priority for AREI Group. We implement a variety of technical and organizational measures:

  • Encryption: All sensitive financial data is transmitted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology and encrypted into our payment gateway provider's database (Stripe).
  • Access Control: Access to personal information is strictly limited to authorized employees and contractors who need the data to perform their roles.
  • Monitoring: Our systems are regularly scanned for vulnerabilities and unauthorized access attempts.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to request access to your data, request corrections, or opt-out of marketing communications at any time.

6. Third-Party Services

To provide our services efficiently, we partner with trusted third-party providers. Each of these partners has their own privacy policies regarding how they handle your data:

Financial Processing

We use Stripe to process donations securely. Your payment information is subject to Stripe's Global Privacy Policy.

Business Services

Our links to UCS Corporation for professional services are governed by their specific Terms of Service.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and improve user experience via cookies.

Email Delivery

Campaigns and updates are delivered via secure SMTP providers that ensure high deliverability and unsubscribe compliance.