Privacy Policy

NAME: VibecoveryNews

ABBREVIATION NAME: Vibecovery

ESTABLISHED: July 2024

WEBSITE AND DOMAIN: vibecovery.com

OWNER: Bracopone d.o.o.

RIGHT HOLDER: Bracopone d.o.o.

Vibecovery News’s privacy policy (in the future referred to as “Portal,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of its users. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect the data we collect through our portal.

1. Types of information we collect

On Portal, we collect different data types to ensure a quality user experience and fulfill the portal’s functionalities. The information we collected includes the following:

a) Personal information

We collect personal data you voluntarily provide us when you register, sign up for the newsletter, participate in surveys, or communicate with our customer support team. This information may include:

• First name and last name,

• E-mail address,

• Phone number,

• Username and password (if necessary for registration).

b) Usage data

When accessing our portal, we automatically collect information about your use of the portal and your interaction with our content. This data includes:

• Visited pages and time spent on the portal,

• Activities such as clicks, page scrolling, and interactions with specific functions,

• Your response to promotional content and advertisements, if present.

c) Technical data

We automatically collect technical data for analytical purposes and to ensure the quality of the service. This includes:

• the IP address,

• Device type (computer, mobile device, etc.),

• The operating system and browser type,

• Language settings and geographical location (general information like city or region, if enabled).

d) Information collected through cookies and other tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to analyze portal visits, adapt content to the user experience, and gather information about user preferences. The section on cookies in our Privacy Policy provides more information about this.

This information helps us understand your interests and allows us to improve the portal’s experience.

3. Information sharing and disclosure

Your privacy is important to us. Therefore, we do not share or sell users’ data to third parties except when providing our services or fulfilling legal obligations is necessary. Below are the instances where we may share your information:

• Business partners and providers

We may share information with third parties that act on our behalf and provide specialized services, such as analytics, marketing, IT support, hosting, or customer support. These parties use your data exclusively for the provision of services contracted by us, and we obligate them to respect confidentiality and data security strictly,

• Statutory requirements and legal obligations

We may disclose your data when required by law or regulation and in response to legal proceedings, a court order, or a request by a competent authority. We may also disclose information if we believe it is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of our portal, its users, or the public.

The data shared in the above situations is used only for the stated purposes, and we take all necessary measures to ensure their security and protect your privacy.

4. Information shared in social networks and services

Portal may use various social media platforms and video hosting services to communicate with users, promote content, and improve the user experience on the portal. Below are the practices for collecting, using, and sharing data via social networks (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest) and services (YouTube, Dailymotion, Vimeo).

When you visit or interact with Portal’s social media profiles, those platforms’ privacy policies and terms of use apply. Portal may collect certain information about your interactions with our social media content, including:

• Reactions and Comments – When you react to, comment on, or share our posts, we collect information about those interactions to understand your interests better and optimize content according to your preferences,

• Messages – If you send us a private message via social networks, we will use this information to answer your inquiry and provide the necessary support,

• Engagement Data—We collect general engagement data (e.g., number of views, clicks, and likes) to analyze the effectiveness of our marketing and communications activities.

The data we collect is used following this Privacy policy and the rules for data use on those social networks.

Some information, such as public comments, reviews, and engagement data, may be transmitted from social networks to our portal. These data are used exclusively for statistical analysis, content improvement, and adaptation of offers and activities relevant to users. If you communicate directly with us through social media, this information may also be used to improve customer support.

When viewing content on our portal hosted on video services such as YouTube, Dailymotion, or Vimeo, please note the following:

• Cookies and Tracking – Embedded videos from these platforms may collect data about your browsing through cookies and similar technologies. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of those platforms (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion) to understand what information they collect and for what purposes,

• Statistics and analytics – Video services often collect data on the number of views, duration of viewing, and similar statistics. Portal may use anonymous data about video engagement to optimize content and better understand user interests,

• Portal is not responsible for the privacy practices or content posted on social networking platforms and video services. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of those platforms carefully before sharing your information or interacting with our content on them.

This Privacy Policy regarding the use of social networks and services may be updated occasionally to adapt to changes in technology, legislation, and practices of those platforms. Any changes will be posted in this policy, and your continued use of content on social networks and services will be considered acceptance.

For additional information about protecting your data on social networks and video services, please email us at gdpr@bracopone.com.

5. Cookies and tracking technology

Portal uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve site functionality, tailor content to your interests, and continually analyze visits to enhance user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site, and similar technologies include pixels and tags for tracking.

How we use cookies:

• Necessary cookies – These cookies enable the basic functionality of the portal, such as navigation and access to protected parts of the site. Without it, the portal cannot work correctly,

• Analytical cookies collect anonymous data about how users use our portal, which helps us understand user interests and improve content.

• Functional cookies – They allow the portal to remember your settings, such as language selection or user data, which improves your personalization and user experience,

• Marketing cookies—We use them to track your interactions with our ads, show you relevant content and offers, and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

You can manage your cookie settings via your browser settings, where you can enable or disable certain types of cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect the portal’s functionality and limit some features.

You can find more information about cookies, including their removal and settings, in your browser settings or on our cookie usage page.

6. Rules of commenting

Portal has a privacy policy outlining how they handle personal information, especially commenting on their articles. Here are the critical aspects of their privacy policy:

• Information Collection: The site collects personal information such as names and email addresses when users comment. This information is explicitly requested at the time of commenting.

• Use of Information: Collected information is used to operate the website, improve user experience, and communicate with users. This includes sending updates or responding to comments,

• Cookies: The website enhances user experience by remembering preferences and providing relevant content. Users are informed about cookie usage and can manage their cookie settings through their browsers,

• Third-Party Sharing: The privacy policy notes that Portal does not share personal information with third parties without user consent, except for legal obligations or service requirements,

• User Rights: Under GDPR and CCPA regulations, users have rights concerning their data, including the right to access, rectify, or delete their information,

• Children’s Information: The site does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activities.

You can find the rules for commenting on this link!

7. Children’s rights and regulations

Portal’s Privacy policy emphasizes protecting children’s rights and safeguarding their personal information online. Here are the key points related to children’s rights as outlined in their policy:

• No Collection from Children Under 18: Portal does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 18. They encourage parents and guardians to supervise and guide their children’s online activities​,
• Parental Guidance: The website emphasizes the need for parental involvement, recommending that guardians monitor their children’s online interactions to ensure safety​,
• Data Removal: If a parent or guardian believes their child has submitted personal information on the site, they are encouraged to contact Portal. The organization commits to taking prompt action to remove such information from their records​,
• Compliance with Laws: Portal’s policy aligns with broader data protection laws that protect children’s information, such as COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) in the United States, which mandates parental consent for collecting personal data from children under 18.

This Privacy policy provides comprehensive information about how they handle personal data, including children’s.

You can find about children’s rights in the GDPR Handbook and Law Library.

8. Security of your data

We take reasonable technical, organizational, and physical measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no Internet data transmission or electronic storage system is entirely secure.

9. User rights

Subject to applicable laws, you have rights related to your data, including the right to:

• Access to the information we have collected about you,

• Correcting or updating your information,

• Withdrawal of consent to process your data,

• Deleting your information,

• Filing a complaint to the competent data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please get in touch with us using the details below.

10. Third-Party Privacy Policy

Our portal may contain links to other websites and platforms that are not under our control. The portal is not responsible for those websites’ Privacy policies, security practices, and content and has no insight into how they collect, use, or share data.

We recommend thoroughly reviewing the privacy policies of each external service or website you visit before providing them with any personal information. Your use of such sites is subject to their terms and Privacy policies.

11. How long we retain your data

Regarding the data retention policies for Portal, specific details about how long they keep personal data typically depend on various factors, including the type of data, its purpose, and legal requirements.

Generally, organizations establish data retention periods based on the following:

• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Different data types are subject to varying retention laws. For example, financial records may need to be kept for several years to comply with tax regulations, while other data may have shorter retention periods dictated by privacy laws,
• Business Needs: Organizations may retain data if they serve a business purpose, which could include customer service, historical analysis, or compliance with contractual obligations,
• Data Sensitivity: The retention period can also vary depending on the data’s sensitivity. More sensitive information may have stricter requirements regarding how long it can be stored.

Best practices suggest that data should be archived or securely destroyed once it has fulfilled its purpose or the retention period has expired.

Regular audits and reviews of retention policies are essential to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

For the most accurate and detailed information specific to the Portal, it would be best to refer directly to its privacy policy on its website or contact it for specific details about its data retention practices.

12. Modifications to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy occasionally to comply with new legal requirements and technical changes or to improve our services. All changes will be published on this page in due course, along with the date of the last change.

We encourage you to periodically review the Privacy Policy to stay informed of how we protect your information. Continued use of our portal after the changes are published will be deemed acceptance of the updated rules.

13. Contacts

If you have any questions or requests or need additional information regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to email us at gdpr@bracopone.com. Our privacy team will be happy to help you with your queries.

Last updated date: October 26, 2024.