At Sparo Visa Guide (https://sparovisaguide.com), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our visitors. This California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Privacy Policy explains the rights of California residents concerning their personal information and outlines how we collect, use, and protect that data in compliance with the CCPA.
1. Information We Collect
Under CCPA, personal information is defined as any information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to a particular individual or household. The personal information we collect includes:
- Identifiers: Such as name, email address, and IP address.
- Internet or Other Network Activity: Such as browsing history, search history, and interactions with our website.
- Geolocation Data: Such as the location of your device when accessing our website.
We collect this information directly from you when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out any forms. We may also collect information automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
2. How We Use Personal Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and improve our website.
- To communicate with you, including responding to your inquiries.
- To send newsletters and updates about visa information and travel guidance (with your consent).
- To personalize and improve your user experience.
- To analyze usage data for website improvements and content relevance.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Your Rights Under CCPA
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: You have the right to request that we disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you over the past 12 months, including the sources of this information, the purpose of collection, and any third parties with whom we have shared the information.
- Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete any personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions, such as fulfilling legal obligations or completing a transaction.
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. However, we do not sell personal information to third parties.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right to exercise your rights under CCPA without facing discrimination, such as being denied services or charged different prices for exercising your rights.
4. How to Exercise Your CCPA Rights
If you wish to exercise any of your rights under the CCPA, please contact us using the following information:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://sparovisaguide.com
We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing your request. We will respond to your request within 45 days, as required by law.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior on our website. Cookies help improve the user experience and personalize the content you see. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
We do not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals because there is no standard for how such signals should be interpreted. However, you can control the collection of information through cookies and other tracking technologies by adjusting your browser settings.
8. Third-Party Services
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers for the purpose of operating our website and improving its performance. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for the services they provide.
Examples of third-party services we use include:
- Google Analytics: For tracking website usage and understanding visitor behavior.
- Google AdSense: For displaying relevant ads, which may use cookies to personalize ad experiences.
9. Changes to This CCPA Privacy Policy
We may update this CCPA Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When changes are made, we will update the date at the top of this policy and provide notice through our website.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this CCPA Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under CCPA, please contact us at: [email protected]