VRARED Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11th August 2025
The Volta Regional Association of Real Estate Developers (“VRARED”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect the information you provide through our website (vrared.org), physical registration, or other association activities.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Identification Data: Full name, contact information, date of birth, identification numbers, and photographs.
- Professional Details: Membership category, business name, license numbers, qualifications, and areas of expertise.
- Transactional Data: Payments, invoices, and financial records related to membership dues and services.
- Technical Data: IP addresses, browser types, and cookies when you visit our website.
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Consent – When you provide permission for us to store and use your data (e.g., directory listing, promotional features).
- Contractual Necessity – To fulfil our obligations under the membership agreement.
- Legal Compliance – To meet requirements under Ghana’s laws, including the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843).
3. How We Use Your Information
Your data may be used for:
- Membership management and verification.
- Communication of association updates, events, and opportunities.
- Professional promotion of members via VRARED channels.
- Processing payments and maintaining financial records.
- Advocacy and collaboration with industry stakeholders.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information:
- With government agencies (e.g., Lands Commission, Ministry of Works and Housing) for professional recognition or compliance.
- With partner associations and sponsors for events, training, or member benefits.
- When legally required, such as by court order or lawful request.
- When you opt in to be listed in our public directory or featured in promotional materials.
5. International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored on secure servers located outside Ghana. When this occurs, we ensure that adequate data protection safeguards are in place.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience, remember preferences, and monitor website traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as you remain a member or as required by law. Upon withdrawal or termination of membership, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised, except where retention is legally required.
8. Data Security
We use physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected members promptly and outline steps being taken to address it.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your data, where applicable.
- Withdraw consent for specific uses.
- Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission of Ghana.
10. Related Policies
This Privacy Policy should be read alongside:
- The VRARED Website Terms of Use.
- The VRARED Membership Agreement.
- The VRARED Code of Ethics.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website.
📞 Contact Us
Volta Regional Association of Real Estate Developers (VRARED)
Phone/WhatsApp: +233 50 916 2491
Email: info@vrared.org
Website: vrared.org