Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 15, 2024

At FAPVL (“Website”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our members and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to ensure your information is handled securely.

By using this Website, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with FAPVL, we may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your username, email address, and other registration details you provide.
  • Profile Information: You may upload personal details, including images, to your profile. This may include photos, biography details, and any other content you choose to share.

b) Content and Images

  • User-Submitted Content: The Website allows users to upload and share images and other content. By uploading such content, you confirm that you own or have the necessary rights to share it. You also grant FAPVL a license to store, display, and distribute this content as part of the Website’s functionality.

c) Automatically Collected Information

  • Log Data: We may collect information about your use of the Website, including IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and the pages you visit.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and collect analytics data. You can adjust your browser settings to manage or reject cookies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Providing and improving the features and services of FAPVL.
  • Maintaining the forum’s functionality and delivering personalized content.
  • Communicating with you regarding updates, promotions, or Website-related activities.
  • Detecting, preventing, and resolving technical issues or abuse on the platform.
  • Complying with legal obligations and protecting the rights of FAPVL and its users.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (Under GDPR)

To comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

  • User Consent: When you voluntarily provide personal data (e.g., account creation, email notifications).
  • Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to perform a contract with you (e.g., providing Website services).
  • Legal Obligation: When processing is required to comply with legal obligations (e.g., law enforcement requests).
  • Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests or those of a third party, provided such interests do not override your rights.

4. Your Rights Under the GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: Request corrections or updates to your personal data if it is inaccurate.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request restrictions on how we process your personal data.
  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data where applicable.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request a structured, machine-readable copy of your data to transfer it to a third party.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided at the end of this Policy.

5. Cookie Policy

We use cookies to improve your experience on our Website. Cookies help us recognize you when you return, personalize content, and analyze how you use the site.

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function and cannot be disabled.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used to collect data on user behavior to improve Website functionality.
  • Advertising Cookies: May be used to deliver personalized advertisements.

You can manage or reject cookies at any time through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may impact Website functionality.

6. Your Rights Under the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we have collected about you.
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal data we have collected.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale: Request that your personal data not be sold to third parties.

To exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact us using the details at the end of this Policy.

7. Sharing Your Personal Information

We may share your personal information with service providers that support our Website operations. However, we do not sell your personal information to third parties as defined under the CCPA.

8. How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and keeping your account secure.

9. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following choices regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Update: You may access, update, or delete your profile and images through your account settings. For assistance, contact us directly.
  • Data Retention: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law.
  • Opt-Out of Communications: You may opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those messages.
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