Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how vculp, a technology-focused non-profit organization (®Global Association of eMarketplaces), collects, uses, and protects personal data obtained from users of our services and website. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information remains secure. By using our services and accessing our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information Collection

1.1 Personal Information: We may collect personal information, including but not limited to names, email addresses, phone numbers, and demographic information. We collect this information when you voluntarily provide it to us or when you interact with our website or services.

1.2 Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personal information, such as browser types, device information, IP addresses, and usage statistics. This information is collected through cookies, log files, and other technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services.

2. Use of Information

2.1 Personal Information: We use the personal information you provide to us for various purposes, including:

1. - Communicating with you about our services, updates, and events
2. - Processing and responding to your inquiries, requests, and feedback
3. - Providing you with relevant information, newsletters, and promotional materials
4. - Conducting surveys and research to improve our services
5. - Administering contests, giveaways, or other promotional activities
6. - Complying with legal obligations and preventing fraudulent activities

2.2 Non-Personal Information: Non-personal information is used to analyze trends, track user movements on our website, and gather demographic information for internal purposes. This information helps us understand user preferences, enhance our website, and tailor our services to better meet your needs.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, maintaining our website, and performing other business functions. These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for the specified purposes.

3.2 Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders. We may also disclose information to protect our rights, safety, or property, or the rights, safety, or property of others.

3.3 Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and provide options regarding your personal information.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please exercise caution when sharing personal information online.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Correction: You have the right to access, modify, or correct your personal information held by us. You can update your information by contacting us directly.

5.2 Opt-Out: You may choose to opt-out of receiving promotional emails or other communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in such communications. However, please note that you may still receive essential service-related messages.

5.3 Do Not Track: Our website does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals or similar mechanisms. We may track your activities on our website for analytics purposes, but we do not engage in third-party behavioral tracking.

6. Children's Privacy

Our services and website are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe that we may have collected information from a child, please contact us.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any material changes through prominent notices on our website or by other means. Your continued use of our services and website after such changes indicate your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at tech@vculp.org.