This policy is effective as of September 17, 2024. Please note that this privacy statement will be updated from time to time.
Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how Very Big Things, LLC, along with any affiliated entities (“VBT,” "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects the personal information of users ("you") who access or use our website, located at www.verybigthings.com (the "Website"). VBT understands that your privacy is important, and we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy is designed to inform you about our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information from you in a variety of ways when you use the Website, including:
● Information you provide directly to us: We collect personal information that you may voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address, phone number, and company affiliation, when you contact us through our website, sign up for our newsletter, or request a consultation.
● Information we collect automatically: We collect certain information about your use of the Website automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit. We may also collect information about your interactions with our content, such as the links you click on and the time you spend on a particular page.
Use of Your Personal Information
We use your personal information for a variety of purposes, including:
● To provide and improve our services: We use your personal information to provide you with the services and support that you request, and to improve the overall quality of our services.
● To communicate with you: We may use your personal information to communicate with you about your use of the Website, to provide you with information about our services, or to respond to your inquiries.
● To market our services: We may use your personal information to market our services to you, such as by sending you emails or displaying ads to you on other websites.
● To protect our rights and property: We may use your personal information to protect our rights and property, such as by taking legal action against users who violate our Terms of Service.
Sharing of Your Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:
● With our service providers: We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Website and provide our services, such as our hosting provider, email marketing provider, and customer support provider. These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and use it only for the purposes for which we have disclosed it to them.
● With our affiliates: We may share your personal information with our affiliates, such as our parent company or subsidiaries. Our affiliates are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and use it only for the purposes for which we have disclosed itto them.
● In response to legal requests: We may disclose your personal information in response to lawful requests by public authorities, such as a court order or subpoena. We may also disclose your personal information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Length of Retention
VBT will retain your personal data only for as long as it is necessary. The length of time we retain personal information varies depending on the purpose for which it was collected and used, as well as in accordance with applicable legal obligations.
Security of Your Personal Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use a variety of security measures, such as encryption, firewalls, and access controls, to protect your personal information. However, no security system is 100% effective, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal information.
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information. You can:
● Access your personal information: You can request access to the personal information that we hold about you.
● Correct your personal information: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information that we hold about you.
● Delete your personal information: You can request that we delete your personal information.
● Opt out of marketing communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@verybigthings.com.
Minors
VBT is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our Website, services and digital platforms are not designed for, intended to attract, or directed towards children under the age of 18 ("Minors"). We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from Minors. In the event that we realize we unknowingly received personal information from a Minor, we will take swift action to delete this information from our records. If you, as a parent or guardian, believe that a Minor under your responsibility has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately at [contact email or form].
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes to this Privacy Policy on the Website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our practices regarding your personal information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@verybigthings.com.
