Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Nov 16 2024
At Vigilia, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website ([website URL]) or interact with us through features such as our contact form. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
1.1 Vigilia
Vigilia is a nonprofit organization based in the European Union, dedicated to the accountability of technology service intermediaries.
1.2 Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: contact<at>vigilia<dotsign>tech.
2. What Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Data You Provide
When you interact with us, for example, by using the contact form, we may collect:
- Your name,
- Email address,
- Any information you voluntarily include in your message
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:IP address, Browser type and version, Pages visited and time spent on the website, Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6).
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries submitted through the contact form
- To improve our website’s functionality and user experience
- To communicate with you regarding updates or activities related to our mission (if you opt-in)
- To ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you submit your information through our contact form or sign up for updates.
- Legitimate Interest: To maintain and improve our website and its functionality.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information:With service providers who assist us in operating the website (e.g., hosting providers), ensuring they comply with GDPR requirements.If required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
6.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic and improve user experience.
6.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of the website.
Analytical Cookies: To collect information about how visitors use the website.
6.3 Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the website.
7. How We Protect Your Information
We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”), subject to legal obligations.
Restriction: Request restrictions on how your data is processed.
Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
Objection: Object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact<at>vigilia<dotsign>tech.
9. Retention of Data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal obligations.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective upon posting on the website, and we encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the European Union and the relevant member state where Article 21 operates.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact<at>vigilia<dotsign>tech
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.
Thank you for supporting Vigilia and its mission!