Information about the Real Estate Regulatory Authority - Aqarat

The Authority’s Website and Applications

The Real Estate Regulatory Authority aims to provide complete data about the authority to the public through its website and mobile application.
Our privacy policy covers the usage of the "application - website."
This "application - website" is governed by the laws and regulations related to e-government policies in effect in the State of Qatar.
By using this "application - website," you acknowledge that you have read and accepted our "Privacy Policy," which is available in both Arabic and English. In case of any difference in interpretation between the Arabic and English texts or any translations, the Arabic text will prevail.
This website and applications are owned and operated by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority - Aqarat ("the Authority").

Privacy Policy:

Overview

The Authority cares deeply about your privacy and understands its importance. We assure you that the use of these websites is secure, and we are committed to maintaining your privacy. Therefore, we require our employees, suppliers, and partners to maintain confidentiality in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

This privacy policy outlines the basis for collecting any personal data we gather from you or that you provide to us ("Privacy Notice"). Please read the rest of this notice carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we handle it.

The ministry may change this privacy notice in accordance with applicable laws or to meet the changing needs of our business.

By "personal data," we mean any information related to an identified or identifiable natural person. By using these websites, you acknowledge your full consent for the Authority to use all your personal data for the operation of these websites, and you grant the Authority full, unconditional permission to use this information.

Data Collection and Purpose Identification

Your personal data will be protected and secured, with electronic storage and transfer of personal data using appropriate security technologies.
By choosing to use these websites, you agree to the following:

• Your personal data will be shared with the Authority, and it will only be shared with other government entities in Qatar to serve you in the most efficient and effective manner, unless this sharing is prohibited by law.
• We may display the personal data you have previously shared with the Authority or other government entities in Qatar. We will retain your personal data only when necessary to provide public services effectively.

Please note that these websites may include links that allow you to visit third-party websites, mobile sites, and mobile applications for your convenience and information. However, please note that we have no control over these third-party websites, mobile sites, or mobile applications, and we are not responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting these sites. These websites and applications are subject to their own privacy policies and not this privacy notice.

Please refer to the privacy policies and cookie policies of the relevant website or social media site for information on how those websites/social media sites process personal data and use cookies.

When you disclose personal data on behalf of someone else, you represent and warrant that the individual whose personal data you disclosed to the Authority has consented to this disclosure and has been informed of it and has agreed to the terms and conditions outlined in this privacy notice. When the disclosure pertains to the personal data of minors, you should only disclose it as a parent or legal guardian and enter into the relevant contracts on behalf of the minor.

Disclosure and User Choice

We do not disclose your personal data to any non-governmental entity in the State of Qatar, except in the following cases:

• When such entities are authorized to perform specific government services in Qatar. By using these websites, you acknowledge your consent to this.
• To third parties, including law enforcement officers, courts, government, and regulatory authorities, in any of the following cases:
  • (a) If we believe that disclosure of the data is required by applicable law, regulations, or legal proceedings (such as responding to a subpoena or other judicial orders).
  • (b) To protect and defend our rights or the rights or safety of others, including in defense against legal claims. We may exercise our discretion in assisting such authorities when appropriate, even if we are not required to provide information to them.
• Use of your personal data by our data processing service providers. When an entity processes your personal information on the Authority’s behalf, it acts as a data processor only under our instructions (as defined by applicable laws). We enter into agreements with these processors, which include obligations to only process data to provide services to us.

Privacy Support and Data Retention

If you have any inquiries regarding the privacy policy of these websites, please contact the Authority.

We will store personal data only to the extent necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws.

When personal data is disposed of, we will take reasonable and technically feasible measures to ensure that personal information cannot be recovered or copied, in accordance with applicable laws.

You may request access to or correction of the data that the Authority processes about you at any time by contacting the Authority. Any request must include the following information: your name, address, and any other information that identifies you.

Changes to This Policy

The Authority reserves the right to modify, adapt, or amend this privacy policy in the app without prior notice. You acknowledge and agree that this policy may change from time to time. By using these websites, you agree to comply with the terms of the most current version.