brokerbrink.com | Effective October 7, 2026
Who We Are
This Privacy Policy explains how John Brink, Florida Licensed Real Estate Broker, doing business as Broker Brink (“Broker Brink,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit brokerbrink.com (the “Site”). John Brink is a broker associate with Bright Realty.
This policy applies to the Site, our email lists, and information we collect through our online forms, property search tools, and related services, regardless of how it is collected. It does not apply to third-party websites, social media platforms, or apps, even if linked from the Site.
By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or submit your information.
Effective date: October 7, 2026.
Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you register, request information, schedule a showing, request a home valuation, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and details about the property or real estate services you are interested in.
Information collected automatically. When you use the Site, we may collect your IP address, browser and device type, pages viewed, search activity, saved properties, referring website, and the date and time of your visit.
Information from others. We may receive information about you from advertising platforms, lead sources, or service providers when you respond to one of our ads or inquiries.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and help you buy, sell, or lease property.
- Send property listings, market reports, newsletters, and other real estate information you request or may find useful.
- Customize the Site to your search interests.
- Improve the Site, our services, and our advertising.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
We do not sell your personal information.
Calls, Texts, and Emails
Express written consent. By submitting your contact information on the Site, you give Broker Brink your express written consent to contact you by email, phone call, and text message (SMS/MMS) at the email address and phone numbers you provide, about real estate products and services. These communications may be made using automated dialing or texting technology, chatbots, and prerecorded, artificial, or AI-generated voice messages. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
Consent is not required to buy. Agreeing to these communications is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services.
By providing a phone number, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, that you are the subscriber or authorized user of that number, and that the information you provide is accurate.
Call recording. Calls with us may be recorded for recordkeeping, quality, and training purposes.
How to opt out. You may withdraw consent at any time:
- Texts: reply STOP to any message. Reply HELP for help.
- Email: click “unsubscribe” in any email, or reply “unsubscribe.”
- Phone calls: tell us during a call, or contact us using the information below.
We will honor opt-out requests promptly. You may receive one final message confirming your opt-out.
How We Share Your Information
We share personal information only as described below:
- Our brokerage. Bright Realty, the brokerage John Brink is affiliated with, as needed for supervision, compliance, and recordkeeping.
- Service providers. Companies that help us operate the Site and our business, such as website hosting, CRM, email, texting, and advertising vendors. They may use your information only to provide services to us.
- Real estate service providers. With your request or consent, mortgage lenders, title and escrow companies, insurance agents, and other professionals involved in your transaction.
- Other parties to a transaction. Cooperating agents and brokers, as needed to complete a transaction you are pursuing.
- Legal and safety. When required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect our rights, your safety, or others.
- Business transfers. In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our business.
We may share aggregated or de-identified information that does not identify you. We do not share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
When you contact a third party (such as a lender) directly through the Site, that party’s own privacy policy governs its use of your information.
Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising
The Site uses cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand how visitors use the Site, and measure our advertising. We may use tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) pixels. These providers may collect information about your activity on the Site and other websites to show you relevant ads.
You can decline or delete cookies through your browser settings; some Site features may not work without them. You can also opt out of personalized ads at Google Ad Settings and the Digital Advertising Alliance. The Site does not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals.
Security and Retention
We use reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. No website or transmission is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. We keep personal information as long as needed for the purposes above, or as required by law and real estate recordkeeping rules.
Your Choices
You may ask us what personal information we hold about you, ask us to correct or delete it, or opt out of communications at any time by contacting us below. We may need to verify your identity and may retain certain records as required by law.
Links to Other Websites
The Site may link to other websites, including MLS data, lender, and social media sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has given us information, contact us and we will delete it.
Canadian Residents
If you are a Canadian resident, by registering you give express consent under Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) to receive the communications described above until you opt out. You also agree that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page with a new effective date. Please check this page periodically.
Contact Us
John Brink, Florida Licensed Real Estate Broker
Broker Brink | Bright Realty
5218 Station Way, Sarasota, FL 34233
Phone: 941.928.5555
Email: john(at)brokerbrink(dotted)com
Website: brokerbrink.com
