This page elucidates the procedures for information collection and utilization on venicewake.org (the “Website”), governed by the ensuing Privacy Policy.
We hold in high regard your privacy and remain steadfast in our commitment to its protection. The primary objective of this Privacy Policy is to apprise you of the nature of the information we may collect and the manner in which it may be employed. Periodic updates will be made, as necessary, to ensure compliance with any alterations in regulatory frameworks.
We judiciously utilize your Personal Information exclusively for the provision and enhancement of the Site. By availing yourself of the Site, you are inherently consenting to the systematic collection and utilization of information in accordance with the stipulations articulated in this policy.
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What Personal Information Do We Collect and How is It Used?
Information You Voluntarily Submit to the Website: We may collect personal information, such as your name or email address. This occurs when you voluntarily submit information to the Website, such as when leaving a comment, subscribing to a newsletter, or completing a contact form.
Information We Collect from Others: Additional information about you may be obtained from other sources. For instance, if you utilize third-party software through the site, they may transfer information to us for fulfillment.
Automatically-Collected Information: Certain information about you and your device is automatically collected when accessing the Website. This includes logging your IP address, operating system type, browser type, referring website, viewed pages, and the dates/times of access. Additionally, we may track actions taken on the Website, such as clicked links.
Cookies: We utilize cookies, which are small data files stored on your browser by the Website. Session cookies expire upon closing your browser, while persistent cookies remain until deleted. These cookies enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized features on the Website.
Use of Your Information: Your information may be used to deliver email notifications, newsletters, and other marketing communications that you either request or consent to by opting in during registration on the Website. This ensures we provide you with relevant and personalized content based on your preferences.
This comprehensive approach to information collection and utilization is designed to enhance your experience on our Website while maintaining transparency and respect for your privacy.
How Your Information May Be Used
We employ the collected information in the following ways:
- Operation and Maintenance of the Website:
- Utilizing the information to ensure the seamless operation and maintenance of the Website.
- Account Creation and Customization:
- Creating your account, recognizing you as a user of the Website, and tailoring the Website to align with your account preferences.
- Promotional Information:
- Sending promotional materials, such as newsletters. Each promotional email will include details on how to opt out of future communications.
- Administrative Communications:
- Sending administrative communications, including but not limited to administrative emails, confirmation emails, technical notices, updates on policies, or security alerts.
- Response to Comments or Inquiries:
- Addressing and responding to any comments or inquiries you submit through the Website.
- User Support:
- Providing assistance and support to enhance your user experience.
- Advertising Tracking and Measurement:
- Tracking and measuring advertising activities on the Website.
- Security and Legal Compliance:
- Protecting, investigating, and deterring unauthorized or illegal activities to ensure the security and compliance of the Website.
This diversified utilization of information is geared towards optimizing your experience on our Website, ensuring the functionality of your account, and maintaining a secure and compliant online environment. Additionally, our commitment to providing clear options for opting out of promotional communications reflects our dedication to respecting your preferences and privacy.
Third-Party Use of Personal Information
We may share your information with third parties only when you explicitly authorize us to do so.
Furthermore, various aspects of the Website may be serviced by third-party providers. The utilization of your personal information by these providers is governed by their respective privacy policies. Presently, the Website engages the following third-party service providers:
Google Analytics: This service tracks Website usage, offering insights into aspects such as referring websites and user actions on the Website. While Google Analytics may capture your IP address, it does not collect any other personal information.
As of now, your personal information is not shared with any other third-party applications. This roster of service providers may be subject to modifications at the Website’s sole discretion.
Unless mandated by law, we pledge not to sell, distribute, or disclose your email addresses or other personal information without your explicit consent. However, it’s important to note that we may divulge or transfer personal information collected through the Website to third parties in the event of a business acquisition, merger, consolidation, purchase of assets, or as part of any bankruptcy or reorganization proceedings involving us. Such disclosures would occur in accordance with legal requirements and regulations.
Disclosure of Your Information
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in this Privacy Policy or as mandated or allowed by law, we commit to refraining from sharing, selling, or distributing any information you provide to us without your explicit consent.
It is imperative to recognize that information posted on the publicly accessible sections of the Website may be visible to users worldwide. Consequently, exercising caution when submitting personal information about yourself on the Website is advised.
We may disclose your personal information under the following circumstances:
- Fulfillment of Orders and Services:
- To any third party essential for fulfilling your orders and providing services subscribed to via the Website.
- Legal Requirements:
- When obligated to do so by law or court order.
- Enforcement of Rights:
- To any party necessary for enforcing our rights as outlined in this Privacy Policy or our Terms and Conditions.
This disclosure policy is designed to ensure transparency and aligns with our commitment to respecting your privacy. Any sharing of your information will be done judiciously and in accordance with legal obligations and requirements.
Anonymous Data
Periodically, we may employ anonymous data, which, either on its own or when amalgamated with data from other sources, does not singularly identify you. This form of anonymous data may be shared with third parties for purposes such as marketing, advertising, or other applications. Instances of this anonymous data encompass analytics or information derived from cookies.
Cookies
Upon consenting to the use of cookies on our website, you also agree to the utilization of the data collected, which pertains to your online behavior. This includes the analysis of web traffic, identification of web pages where you spend the most time, and the tracking of websites you visit.
The data gathered through cookies serves the purpose of customizing our website to better align with your preferences. Following the utilization of this data for statistical analysis, it is promptly removed from our systems.
It’s important to clarify that cookies do not grant us control over your computer in any way. Their sole function is to monitor the pages you find valuable and those you do not, enabling us to enhance your overall experience.
Should you wish to disable cookies, you can do so by adjusting the settings within your internet browser.
Advertising
Display Ads
This website utilizes the services of Ezoic Inc. (“Ezoic”). For information regarding Ezoic’s privacy policy, please refer to [Ezoic’s Privacy Policy](link to Ezoic’s privacy policy). Ezoic employs various technologies on this website, including the display of advertisements and enabling advertising to visitors. For details about Ezoic’s advertising partners, visit [Ezoic’s Advertising Partner Page](link to Ezoic’s Advertising Partner Page).
Retargeting Ads
Periodically, the Website may employ remarketing efforts with third-party companies such as Google, Facebook, or Instagram to market the Website. These companies utilize cookies to serve ads based on users’ past visits to the Website.
Sponsored Content Tracking Pixels
The Website may engage in sponsored campaigns with influencer networks, brands, and agencies. All sponsored content complies with FTC requirements and is duly disclosed. Sponsored campaigns may utilize tracking pixels (web beacons), containing cookies to collect usage and audience data. This information, collected by the sponsoring company, tracks campaign results. No personally identifiable information collected by the Website is used in conjunction with these tracking pixels.
Affiliate Program Participation
The Website may participate in affiliate marketing by embedding tracking links. Clicking on an affiliate partnership link places a cookie on your browser to track sales for commission purposes.
Newsletters
Subscribers to our newsletter on the Website may receive emails for advertising purposes. Newsletters may contain tracking pixels embedded in emails, facilitating analysis of online marketing campaign success. Tracking pixels reveal when an email is opened and which links are clicked, allowing adaptation of future newsletter content to user interests. This behavioral data is not shared with third parties.
Personally Identifiable Information
If you leave a comment, certain information may be publicly visible. You also have the option to link your Facebook, Instagram, and Google Accounts, allowing users to see your username, avatar, profile description, and website information.
Rights Related to Your Personal Information
Opt-out – You can opt out of future email communications by utilizing the unsubscribe links provided in our emails.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy is effective as of 17 July 2023 and will remain in effect, except for any future changes, which will take immediate effect upon posting on this page.
We reserve the right to update or modify our Privacy Policy at any time, and it is advisable to check this page periodically. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications to the Privacy Policy constitutes acknowledgment of the changes and consent to abide by the modified Privacy Policy.
In the event of significant changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you through the email address you provided or with a prominent notice on our website.
Your Acceptance of These Terms
By using this Website, you indicate your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our Website. Continued use of the Website following any changes to this policy will be deemed acceptance of those changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us.