Valley Vox Populi

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Privacy Policy for Valley Vox Populi

Last Updated: April 20, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Valley Vox Populi ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our social media platform ("Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

Account Information: Username, email, age verification, payment details (if applicable).
Profile Details: Display name, bio, profile pictures, gender.
User Content: Posts, messages, media uploads, comments, and interactions.

B. Automatically Collected Information

Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and analytics.
Location Data: Approximate location (if enabled).
Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies to enhance user experience and for analytics (see Section 6).

C. Third-Party Data

Payment Processors: If you make purchases, third-party payment providers (e.g., Square, PayPal) handle transaction data.
Social Logins: If you sign in via third-party services (e.g., Google, Twitter), we may receive limited profile data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Verify your age (must be 18+ or legal age in your jurisdiction).
Provide, personalize, and improve the Platform.
Process payments and prevent fraud.
Moderate content and enforce community guidelines.
Communicate with you (e.g., updates, support, security alerts).
Analyze trends and improve services.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share data with:

Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, payment processors, and moderation tools.
Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., subpoenas, age verification laws).
Business Transfers: In case of mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.
Consent-Based Sharing: If you choose to interact with third-party apps or users.

We do not sell your personal data to advertisers.

4. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed for legal compliance.
You may delete your account at any time, which removes personal data (excluding transactional records required by law).
Some anonymized data may remain in backups for a limited period.

5. Security Measures

We implement:

Encryption (SSL/TLS for data transmission).
Access controls to protect sensitive data.
Regular security audits.

However, no system is 100% secure—never share passwords or financial details via messages.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use:

Essential Cookies: For site functionality (e.g., login sessions).
Analytics Cookies: To improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
Advertising Cookies: If applicable (opt-out available).

You can manage cookies via browser settings.

7. Age Restrictions & Verification

The Platform is strictly for adults (18+), primarily for language. This site doesn't host pornography.
We may require age verification via ID or third-party services.
Users found underage will have accounts terminated immediately.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your data.
Restrict or object to processing.
Data portability (request a copy of your data).
Withdraw consent (where applicable).

9. International Data Transfers

Data may be processed outside your country, but we ensure safeguards (e.g., GDPR compliance for EU users).

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact:
support@valleyvoxpopuli.com

By using Valley Vox Populi, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy.

CCPA Compliance Statement for Valley Vox Populi

Last Updated: April 20, 2025

This California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance Statement explains the rights of California residents under the CCPA and how Valley Vox Populi ("we," "us," or "our") complies with these requirements.

1. Your Rights Under the CCPA

As a California resident, you have the right to:

A. Right to Know

Request details on:

Categories of personal information we collect.
Sources of data collection.
Business or commercial purposes for collecting data.
Categories of third parties with whom we share data.

B. Right to Delete

Request deletion of personal information we have collected (with certain exceptions, such as legal compliance or transaction records).

C. Right to Opt-Out of Sale

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

D. Right to Non-Discrimination

You will not be denied services, charged different prices, or given a lower quality of service for exercising your CCPA rights.

2. Personal Information We Collect

Under the CCPA, we may collect:

Category	Examples
Identifiers	Username, email, IP address, device ID
Personal Records	Age verification data (if applicable)
Commercial Information	Purchase history (if applicable)
Internet Activity	Browsing behavior, interactions on the site
Geolocation Data	Approximate location (if enabled)
Inferences from Data	Preferences, behavior analytics

For a full breakdown, see our Privacy Policy.

3. How to Submit a CCPA Request

To exercise your rights:

Submit a Request
- Email: support@valleyvoxpopuli.com
Verification Process
- We may require proof of identity (e.g., account verification, government-issued ID) to prevent fraud.
Response Time
- We will respond within 45 days (extendable by an additional 45 days if notified).

4. Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to submit CCPA requests on your behalf. The agent must provide:

Written permission from you.
Verification of their identity.

5. Updates to This Statement

We may update this CCPA Compliance Statement as laws evolve. Changes will be posted on this page.

6. Contact Us

For CCPA-related inquiries:
📧 support@valleyvoxpopuli.com

By using Valley Vox Populi, California residents acknowledge their CCPA rights as outlined above.