Privacy Policy
We have implemented this Privacy Policy because your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) describes the type of information that VirtualDaos (the “Company”) gathers from users of the VirtualDaos services (the “Services”) and how the Company uses that information.
The Policy is part of the Company Terms of Use and applies to all users of the Services (“Users”).
The Company occasionally collects Personal Information from Users. “Personal Information” means any information that can, alone or associated with other information, be used to identify an individual, for instance, by reference to a name, a username, an email address, an IP address, a photograph, or others.
By using the Services, you consent to the terms of the Policy and to our processing of Personal Information in the manner and for the purposes set forth herein. If you do not agree with the Policy, please do not use the Services.
The Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to change the Policy at any time, which change will be effective 10 days following posting the revision to the Policy on the VirtualDaos website (the “Website”). Your continued use of the Services 10 days following such posting means you accept those changes.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
The Company collects the following information, some of which might be Personal Information:
A. Information you provide directly
The Company collects information directly provided by Users as part of using the Services, such as:
Information provided as part of setting up an account on the Website: email address, password, username, full name, and other optional information such as an avatar, your interests, or usernames to your third-party social networks.
Payment information provided if you decide to upgrade your user or organization account: credit card information.
Other information and materials that you decide to post on the Website (e.g., discussion forums or other content).
Communications between you and the Company as part of using the Services.
At any time during your use of the Services, you may decide to share some information or content publicly or privately.
If you decide to share your information or content publicly and include Personal Information, you understand that anyone may view this information.
If you decide to keep your information private and control access to it, only authorized users will view this information. However, the Company reserves the right to access this information with your consent or without your consent only for purposes such as maintaining security on its Services or complying with any legal or regulatory obligations.
B. Information we collect from third parties
We may collect information from third parties that help us deliver the Services or process information.
C. Information we automatically collect from your use of the Services
The Company automatically records information from your use of the Services such as:
Information about your use of the Services, your session (date, location), your IP address.
Information from cookies, especially your login information and preferences.
Information about your device: type, model, version, operating system, browser.
D. Cookies
We use cookies only for delivering, updating, monitoring, improving the Services, and maintaining security by detecting, preventing, and responding to threats or incidents.
If you do not wish to accept cookies and disable them, you will not be able to access and use the Services.
E. “Do Not Track”
VirtualDaos honors “Do Not Track” signals and does not track, use cookies, or use advertising when a “Do Not Track” mechanism is in place.
The Company does not authorize the collection of personally identifiable information from our users for third-party use through advertising technologies without separate member consent.
California Civil Code Section 1798.83 also permits customers who are California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of Personal Information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, please send an email to [email protected].
2. USE OF INFORMATION
A. Purposes of the use of information
The Company may use information from Users for the following purposes:
To deliver the Services, which may include creating your account, displaying your profile or content, or upgrading your account to a paid account.
To operate and improve the Services, such as providing better customer service, diagnosing or fixing problems, or conducting analysis and research.
To communicate with you through welcome emails, technical service issues, security announcements, and other relevant information.
To ensure and maintain security, including detecting, preventing, or addressing fraud or security issues.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.
B. Grounds for the use of Information
The Company processes Personal Information based on:
Consent: By using the Services, you consent to our processing of your Personal Information.
Agreement: If you or your organization enter into an agreement with the Company, you also consent to processing pursuant to such an agreement.
Legitimate Interests: The Company may process information to pursue legitimate interests such as compliance, security, or research.
3. SHARING OF INFORMATION
The Company will not sell, rent, or lease your Personal Information except as provided for by this Policy.
A. Affiliates
The Company may share User information with affiliates or subsidiaries as part of its business operations.
B. Third-Party Service Providers
The Company may hire third parties to provide limited services such as hosting, customer support, or processing payments. These companies are required to protect your information and use it only for the relevant purpose.
C. With your consent
The Company may share information if you explicitly consent.
D. For security and safety purposes
The Company may disclose information to protect the safety, rights, or property of its Users, the public, or the Company itself.
E. For legal or regulatory purposes
The Company may disclose information to comply with legal obligations or governmental requests.
4. YOUR RIGHTS
You may access, modify, or delete your information at any time through your account.
To request the erasure of your Personal Information, contact [email protected].
5. DATA SECURITY
The Company uses industry-standard measures to protect your Personal Information but cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Policy, please contact us at [email protected].
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