Welcome to dvasc.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is critically important to us, especially given the sensitive nature of the topics we address. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dvasc.org (the “Site”). Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.
Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Contact Us: When you contact us via email, contact forms, or other means.
- Subscribe to Newsletters: When you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list.
- Participate in Surveys or Comment: When you participate in surveys, comment on posts, or engage in other interactive features of the Site.
Personal information may include:
- Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Location
- Any other information you choose to provide
b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information automatically through your use of the Site, such as:
- Browser Type
- Access Times
- Pages Viewed
- IP Address
- Operating System
How We Use Your Information?
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and Improve Services: To operate and maintain the Site, and to enhance your experience.
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters, updates, or other communications.
- Analysis: To analyze usage patterns and trends to improve our content and services.
- Security: To protect against unauthorized access, fraud, and other potentially illegal activities.
How We Share Your Information?
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site, conducting our business, or serving our users, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.
- Protecting Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users or others.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Enhance User Experience: Remember your preferences and visits.
- Analyze Trends: Understand how users interact with the Site to improve functionality and content.
- Marketing: Deliver relevant advertisements and promotions.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of the Site.
Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information:
- Encryption: Sensitive information is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
- Access Controls: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Regular Monitoring: We regularly review our security practices to ensure the ongoing protection of your data.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances.
- Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
International Transfers
If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of each website you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.