Privacy Policy for Ventures Village
At Ventures Village, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website, services, and community.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information in connection with the services we provide, including:
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Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, business name, and any other details you provide when registering or interacting with our platform.
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Business Information: When registering as a member or vendor, we may collect details about your products, business model, or other relevant business data.
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Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our website and services, including IP addresses, browser type, access times, and referring URLs.
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our site and collect data about usage patterns.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
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Provide Services: To facilitate your membership, assist with product sales, and provide the support you need as part of our incubator community.
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Communication: To send important updates, newsletters, event invitations, and other relevant information about Ventures Village services.
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Enhance User Experience: To improve our website, services, and the overall user experience based on feedback and usage data.
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Marketing: With your consent, we may use your information to share opportunities, offers, and other marketing materials that are relevant to your business.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. We use industry-standard security measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to safeguard your data.
However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
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With Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., payment processors, marketing platforms).
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For Legal Purposes: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Access and Update Your Information: You may request access to or updates to your personal information at any time.
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Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email you receive or by contacting us directly.
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Delete Your Information: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information. Ventures Village is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
7. Children's Privacy
Ventures Village is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any 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 protect your data.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Ventures Village
Email: VenturesVillage@cvky.org
Phone: 704-453-3470