Website: https://vydicheritage.com
At Vydi Heritage, accessible from https://vydicheritage.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.
1. Who We Are
We are Vydi Heritage, a platform dedicated to promoting cultural heritage and tourism.
Our website address is https://vydicheritage.com.
2. Information We Collect
a) Comments
When visitors leave comments on our site, we collect:
- The information entered in the comment form (such as name, email, and comment text)
- The visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to detect spam
An anonymized hash of your email address may be shared with Gravatar to check if you use their service. You can read their privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
After your comment is approved, your profile picture (if applicable) becomes visible to the public.
b) Media Uploads
If you upload images to the website, please avoid uploading images that contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the site can download and extract such data from images.
c) Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience:
- Comment cookies: If you leave a comment, you can opt to save your name, email, and website in cookies. These last for one year.
- Login cookies: Temporary cookies determine if your browser accepts cookies. Login cookies last for two days, and “Remember Me” cookies last for two weeks.
- Display preferences: Screen and display choice cookies last for one year.
- Editing cookies: If you edit or publish content, a cookie with the post ID (no personal data) is stored for one day.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some site features may not function properly.
d) Embedded Content
Articles on this website may include embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, or images) from other websites.
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other site directly. Those websites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction, especially if you have an account with them.
3. How We Use Your Data
We may use your personal information for:
- Improving website performance and user experience
- Responding to inquiries or comments
- Preventing spam and fraudulent activities
- Sending relevant updates or notifications (only with your consent)
4. Who We Share Your Data With
- If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
- We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
5. Data Retention
- Comments: Retained indefinitely for moderation and continuity.
- Registered users: Personal information in user profiles is stored until deleted. Users can view, edit, or remove their data anytime (except usernames).
- Administrators can also view and manage user data for moderation and security purposes.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you
- Request that we erase your personal data (excluding data we must retain for legal, administrative, or security reasons)
For data-related requests, please contact us at:
📧 support@vydicheritage.com
7. Security of Your Data
We use secure hosting, SSL encryption, and standard WordPress security practices to protect your data.
While we strive for complete security, no online transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their privacy policies when visiting external links.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 support@vydicheritage.com