Privacy and Cookie Policy for Value-Connection.com
Last Updated: May 11, 2025
Introduction
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how Value-connection ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares your information when you visit our website [yourdomain.com] (the "Site"). It also details our use of cookies and similar technologies in compliance with applicable laws, including GDPR, ePrivacy, CPRA, and CalOPPA.
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how Value-connection ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares your information when you visit our website [yourdomain.com] (the "Site"). It also details our use of cookies and similar technologies in compliance with applicable laws, including GDPR, ePrivacy, CPRA, and CalOPPA.
Data We Collect
We collect the following types of data:
We collect the following types of data:
Personal Information: When you leave a comment via Disqus, you may provide your name, email address, and any other details you include in your comment.
Usage Data: We may use tools like Google Analytics to collect data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Site.
Cookies and Trackers: We use cookies to enhance your experience (see Section 6 for details).
Purpose of Data Collection
We process your data for the following purposes:
We process your data for the following purposes:
To enable commenting functionality via Disqus.
To analyze Site usage and improve our content (via analytics tools).
To comply with legal obligations and respond to user inquiries.
Legal Basis for Processing
Consent: For cookies and non-essential trackers, we rely on your consent (e.g., via cookie banner).
Legitimate Interest: For analytics and Site functionality (e.g., Disqus comments).
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CPRA).
Third-Party Data Sharing
We share your data with:
We share your data with:
Disqus: To manage comments. Disqus may collect your data per their privacy policy (linked on their site).
Google Analytics: To analyze Site traffic. Google may use your data as outlined in their privacy policy.
Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality (e.g., session cookies).
Analytics Cookies: To track usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
Third-Party Cookies: Disqus may set cookies for comment functionality.
You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie banner, displayed on your first visit. For more details, including cookie duration and purposes, see our Cookie Policy section below.
You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie banner, displayed on your first visit. For more details, including cookie duration and purposes, see our Cookie Policy section below.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access, correct, or delete your data.
Opt-out of data selling (CPRA).
Withdraw consent for cookies (GDPR).
To exercise these rights, contact us at [your-email@domain.com]. California users can opt-out of data selling via the "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link in the footer.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [your-email@domain.com]. California users can opt-out of data selling via the "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link in the footer.
Data Security
We use reasonable measures (e.g., encryption, secure hosting) to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method is 100% secure.
We use reasonable measures (e.g., encryption, secure hosting) to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method is 100% secure.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to countries outside your region (e.g., US for Disqus servers). We ensure compliance with GDPR and other laws for such transfers.
Your data may be transferred to countries outside your region (e.g., US for Disqus servers). We ensure compliance with GDPR and other laws for such transfers.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Our Site is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted here with the effective date. Significant changes will be notified via email or Site notice.
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted here with the effective date. Significant changes will be notified via email or Site notice.
Contact Us
For questions, contact us at [your-email@domain.com].
For questions, contact us at [your-email@domain.com].
Cookie Policy
This section details our use of cookies and trackers:
This section details our use of cookies and trackers:
Types of Cookies:
Essential: Enable core functionality (e.g., session management).
Analytics: Track Site usage (e.g., Google Analytics, 2-year duration).
Third-Party: Disqus cookies for comments (duration varies per their policy).
Managing Cookies: Use our cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also adjust browser settings to block cookies, though this may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Cookies: Disqus may use cookies to manage comments and track user activity. Review their privacy policy for details.
For more information, contact us at ismael@value-connection.com.
For more information, contact us at ismael@value-connection.com.