Privacy Policy

At VCM Snow Removal, your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have when using our website: https://vcmsnowremoval.com.

Who We Are

Our website address is https://vcmsnowremoval.com. This site is owned and operated by VCM Snow Removal.

Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect the information entered into the form. In addition, we gather your IP address and browser details to help prevent spam.

To verify your identity, an anonymized string (a hash) created from your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service. You can read their full policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture becomes visible to the public next to your comment.

Media

If you upload images, please avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download and extract this data from images displayed on the site.

Cookies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. For example:

  • If you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. These last for one year.

  • When visiting our login page, a temporary cookie checks if your browser accepts cookies. It is automatically deleted when you close your browser.

  • Logging in generates cookies that store your login details and screen preferences. Login cookies last two days, and screen option cookies last one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login stays active for two weeks. Logging out removes these cookies.

  • Editing or publishing an article saves an additional cookie containing the post ID. It does not store personal data and expires in one day.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on our site may include embedded content, such as videos, images, or articles. Interacting with this content works the same way as visiting the original site.

Please note, those external websites may collect your data, use cookies, or track your activity. If you are logged into their platform, they may also link your interaction to your account.

Who We Share Your Data With

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How Long We Retain Your Data

We retain comments and related metadata indefinitely. This helps us recognize and approve future comments without holding them in moderation.

For registered users, we store the personal details provided in their profile. Users can view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except for usernames, which cannot be changed). Administrators can also access and edit this information.

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You may also request the deletion of your personal data. However, we may need to retain certain information for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where We Send Your Data

Visitor comments may be processed through an automated spam detection service to protect the site from harmful activity.

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