Privacy Policy
This policy explains what personal data vaeyc collects, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and the rights you have over your information.
Introduction
vaeyc (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an independent online publication accessible at vaeyc.org. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently and responsibly. This Privacy Policy applies to all data collected through vaeyc.org and related services. By using this site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.
This policy was last updated in June 2026.
Data We Collect
Newsletter Subscriptions
If you subscribe to the vaeyc newsletter, we collect your email address and the date of your subscription. We use this data solely to send you the newsletter and related editorial communications you have requested. We use a double opt-in process: after submitting your email, you will receive a confirmation email and your subscription is only activated after you click the confirmation link.
Comments
If you leave a comment on a vaeyc article, we collect the name, email address, and website URL you provide, along with the content of your comment, your IP address, and browser user agent string. This data is used to display your comment, detect spam, and contact you if necessary regarding your comment. Email addresses submitted with comments are not displayed publicly.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how readers use the site. GA4 collects anonymised data including pages visited, time on site, approximate geographic location (country/city level), device type, and browser. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. GA4 data is subject to Google’s own privacy policy.
Cookies
vaeyc uses cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies before placing them.
How We Use Your Data
- Newsletter email — to send the newsletter you subscribed to. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in any newsletter email.
- Comment data — to display approved comments and prevent spam.
- Analytics data — to understand which content is useful to readers and to improve the site.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes. Data may be shared with:
- Service providers — hosting providers, email delivery services, and analytics platforms (such as Google) that process data on our behalf under appropriate data processing agreements.
- Legal requirements — if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.
Data Retention
Newsletter subscriber data is retained for as long as your subscription is active. If you unsubscribe, your email is deleted from our active lists within 30 days. Comment data is retained for as long as the associated article is published. Analytics data is retained in accordance with Google Analytics 4’s default retention settings (up to 14 months for individual user data; aggregate data may be retained longer).
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. |
| Rectification | Ask us to correct inaccurate personal data. |
| Erasure | Ask us to delete your personal data (subject to legal obligations). |
| Restriction | Ask us to restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances. |
| Portability | Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format. |
| Objection | Object to processing based on legitimate interests. |
| Opt-out of sale (CCPA) | California residents: we do not sell your data, but you may formally assert this right. |
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
Children’s Privacy
vaeyc is intended for adult learners and is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Contact
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].