Privacy Policy of Green Voice Alliance
Last Updated: August 31st 2024
At Green Voice Alliance (GVA), we are dedicated to promoting positive stories in the renewable energy sector. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with data protection regulations such as the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), and other applicable laws.
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Green Voice Alliance (GVA) website. We are a news and media organization focused on sharing positive developments and stories from the renewable energy sector. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your data when you engage with us by visiting our website, submitting stories or images, or contacting us.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: When you subscribe as a member or submit stories through our website, we may collect information such as your name, email address, contact details, and other relevant information.
Project and Submission Data: When you submit stories, images, or other content, we collect the details of your submission, including project information, photos, videos, and other materials.
Usage Data: We may automatically collect information about how you interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time spent on our site.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
Content Publication: To review, publish, and share the stories, project details, and images submitted by you on our website and across our social media channels, including LinkedIn and Instagram.
Communication: To communicate with you about your submissions, respond to your inquiries, and provide updates related to our services and activities.
Website Improvement: To analyze user behavior and improve our website’s functionality, content, and overall user experience.
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
4. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following situations:
Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who help us operate our website, conduct analytics, send communications, or provide other services, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal request from authorities.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies help us understand user preferences and improve site performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if needed.
Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Objection and Restriction: You may object to or request that we restrict the processing of your data.
Withdraw Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, where we rely on it to process your data.
Complaint: You can lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your rights under applicable data protection laws have been violated.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at editor@greenvoicealliance.com.
7. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Instagram. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately to request its deletion.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Green Voice Alliance
Email: editor@greenvoicealliance.com
Address: 10 Stret Caradoc, Newquay TR7 1GE
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting Green Voice Alliance with your information.