Terms of Service & Privacy Policy

Terms of Serice

Membership and Events

Membership applications, renewals, event registrations, and other purchases are subject to the applicable fees, requirements, and conditions presented at the time of registration or purchase.

All event ticket purchases are nonrefundable, unless otherwise expressly stated by ACRE. ACRE reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel events when necessary.

Membership benefits and access to member-only activities are subject to ACRE's applicable membership requirements and policies.

Website Content

Website content, including text, graphics, logos, and other materials, belongs to ACRE or its respective owners and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission, except as permitted by law.

Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party websites or services for event registration, membership management, payments, or other purposes. ACRE is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.

Disclaimer

Website content is provided for general informational purposes. ACRE makes reasonable efforts to keep information accurate and current but does not guarantee that all content is complete, accurate, or available at all times.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, ACRE is not liable for damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its content.

Changes to These Terms

ACRE may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Privacy Policy

The Association of Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit our website or interact with our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you provide to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, company, and job title.
• Membership application and renewal information.
• Event registration and attendance information.
• Payment and transaction information.
• Information submitted through website forms or email communications.

Our website or service providers may also collect basic technical information, such as browser type, device information, and website usage data.

How We Use Your Information

ACRE may use your information to:

• Manage memberships and member accounts.
• Process event registrations, payments, and purchases.
• Communicate about events, educational opportunities, membership renewals, and association updates.
• Respond to questions and requests.
• Improve our website, programs, and services.
• Meet applicable legal and administrative requirements.

Sharing Your Information

ACRE may share information with trusted service providers who help us manage memberships, process payments, send communications, and operate our website and events.

We may also disclose information when required by law or when necessary to protect our rights or the security of our services.

ACRE does not sell or rent personal information to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

Payments

Payments made through our website may be processed by third-party payment providers. Your payment information is subject to the applicable provider's privacy and security practices. ACRE does not intentionally store full payment card numbers or security codes on its own systems.

Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website or its service providers may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand website traffic, and improve the user experience. You can adjust cookie settings through your browser, although some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Data Security

ACRE takes reasonable steps to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices and Privacy Rights

You may contact ACRE to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements and recordkeeping obligations.

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails by using the unsubscribe link included in those messages. We may still send important administrative communications related to your membership, purchases, or registrations.

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have additional privacy rights.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ACRE is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Changes to This Policy

ACRE may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.