Privacy Policy

Verified Plugs ("we," "us," or "our") operates the marketplace at plug-vibe-network.base44.app (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our Site or purchase press placement services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company name when you submit a contact form, request a quote, or place an order.
• Order Information: Article content, target keywords, business details, and checkout notes you provide during the ordering process.
• Payment Information: We do not store credit card numbers. Payment processing is handled by our third-party payment processors.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs. We use this for analytics and to improve our services.
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies for session management, analytics, and site functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To process and fulfill your orders, including coordinating with our publication partners.
• To communicate with you about your orders, including status updates and delivery.
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our Site and services.
• To prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms of Service.
• To comply with legal obligations.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to maintain your shopping cart, remember preferences, and collect analytics data. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect Site functionality. We may also use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect information about your use of the Site.

4. Third-Party Services

We engage third-party services that may access or process your data, including:

• Payment processors to handle transactions securely.
• Analytics providers to help us understand Site usage.
• File storage and hosting providers for uploaded articles and media.
• Communication tools including email and Discord for internal notifications.

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for how they handle your data. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data in the following situations:

• With publication partners: To fulfill your order, we share your article content and relevant details with the publication that will place your article.
• With service providers: Third parties who help us operate the Site and deliver services.
• For legal compliance: If required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Order records are retained for a minimum of three (3) years for legal and tax purposes. Contact form submissions are retained for up to two (2) years. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

7. Your Rights

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

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Opt out of marketing communications.
• Withdraw consent for data processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact page.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

9. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encrypted data transmission (TLS/SSL), secure data storage, and access controls. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us. We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly.