At VAeyc.org, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website https://vaeyc.org
(referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information from you in several ways:

• Personal Information: When you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or submit a guest post, we may collect details such as your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
• Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect data such as your browser type, device, operating system, IP address, and pages visited for analytical purposes.
• Cookies: Our site may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve our website.
• To communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and process guest post submissions.
• To send newsletters, updates, or promotional information (only if you subscribe).
• To monitor and analyze website traffic, performance, and user behavior.
• To prevent fraudulent activity and ensure website security.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

VAeyc.org uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as Google Analytics) to collect and store information about how visitors interact with our site.

• What are cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve user experience.
• Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of our site.

4. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, or affiliate links. Please note that we do not control the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

5. Data Protection and Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security. By using our site, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

6. Google Analytics and Advertising

We may use Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve site performance. Google Analytics may collect data such as your IP address, location, and browsing activity.

We may also use third-party advertising networks (like Google AdSense) that use cookies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing history. You can learn more or opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.

7. Affiliate Disclosure

VAeyc.org may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a small commission when you click on or purchase through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Our goal is to recommend only products and services we believe are genuinely valuable to our readers.

8. Email Communication

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use your email address to send updates, articles, and promotional offers. You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.

9. Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• To request access to the data we hold about you.
• To request correction or deletion of your personal data.
• To withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@vaeyc.org.

10. Children’s Privacy

VAeyc.org does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that a child has provided personal data on our site, please contact us immediately so we can remove the information.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

• Email: contact@vaeyc.org
• Website: https://vaeyc.org