Effective Date: September 26, 2025
Last Updated: September 26, 2025
Oak Forest Realty (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website OakForest.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Fill out contact forms on our website
- Subscribe to SMS notifications
- Contact us directly via email or phone
- Engage with our real estate services
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Property interests and preferences
- Other contact information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referral source
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Newsletter Communications: To send you updates about Oak Forest Realty, market insights, and property opportunities
- SMS Marketing: To send you text messages about our services, market updates, and opportunities (only with your explicit consent)
- Client Services: To provide real estate brokerage, investment opportunities, and related services
- Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our online experience
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
SMS Marketing Consent
Important: SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates. When you opt into SMS communications:
- You will receive messages about Oak Forest Realty services, market updates, and opportunities
- Message frequency may vary
- Message and data rates may apply
- You can opt out at any time by texting STOP
- For assistance, text HELP or visit our website at OakForest.com
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting business (e.g., email marketing platforms, SMS services)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Business Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients or others
SMS Consent: We explicitly do not share SMS consent or phone numbers provided for text messaging with third parties or affiliates.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters via the unsubscribe link in emails
- SMS Opt-out: Text STOP to opt out of SMS communications
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Oak Forest Realty
Email: [email protected]
Website: OakForest.com
Address: Austin, TX
For SMS-related inquiries, text HELP or visit OakForest.com.