vfolio Privacy Policy

Last updated: 10/8/2024

At vfolio, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our services.

1. User Consent

By using our service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following personal information from users:

  • Email Address
  • Username
  • Password (stored securely using salted and hashed techniques)
  • Portfolio content, including video titles, descriptions, credits, and client information

We do not collect any payment information. All payment processing is handled securely through Stripe, and we do not see or store any of that data. We do not store geolocation data, IP addresses, or any other identifying information that users do not provide directly.

3. Cookies

vfolio uses cookies that are necessary for the service to function properly, including but not limited to:

  • Session cookies for authentication and user sessions
  • Remember me tokens for user convenience

Embedded YouTube videos may also place cookies on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and display your portfolio on our platform
  • Communicate with you (e.g., email confirmations, password updates, and optional marketing communications)
  • Improve our services by analyzing usage patterns, fixing bugs, and incorporating user feedback through our suggestion forms

5. Data Sharing

We do not share your personal data with any third parties. Payment information is collected and processed directly by Stripe, and we do not have access to it. The service may contain links to third-party sites; however, we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • You can create, update, or delete your portfolio data at any time using the service.
  • To update your email or username, please email us at [email protected].
  • To delete your account and all associated data, please email us at [email protected].
  • You can opt in or out of marketing emails at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information, except where required by law or to resolve disputes.

8. Children's Privacy

vfolio is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Users

If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. We comply with applicable international privacy laws (like GDPR) concerning the processing of personal data.

10. Data Security

We take data security seriously. Our service is designed to ensure that users cannot access any other user's information, except for content publicly displayed on their portfolio page. Passwords are stored securely using salted and hashed methods. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users via email as soon as reasonably possible.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by sending an email to the address associated with your account. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates. Your continued use of vfolio after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]

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