Privacy Policy
Thank you for visiting Valley Real Life, where we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy describes how we may collect, use, store, share and protect your information. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by our Website and our Google Play / Apple iTunes App (collectively referred to as “our Services”).
Your use of our Services is subject to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. By accessing or using these Services you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our policies and practices regarding your information and how we will treat it. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use our Services.
This Privacy Policy may change from time to time and your continued use of our Services after we make changes is deemed to be acceptance of those changes. Please check this policy periodically for updates. It is our policy to post any changes we make to our Privacy Policy on this page. If you have questions or concerns regarding the use of your data, please contact us at 509.232.0840.
NOTICE REGARDING DISPUTE RESOLUTION: All disputes or claims arising under this Privacy Policy or relating in any way to your use of our Services may be resolved by final and binding arbitration as provided for in our Terms of Use. If either of us opt for arbitration, you will only be able to pursue claims against Valley Real Life on an individual basis, not as part of any class or representative action or proceeding, and you will only be permitted to seek relief (including monetary, injunctive, and declaratory relief) on an individual basis.
Application of our Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by our Services and does not apply to information collected by unaffiliated websites or services. Furthermore, this Privacy Policy governs only information provided to and communicated from our Services and does not govern any other information or communications that may reference them or Valley Real Life.
If you click "like" or make a comment on or about our website using a Facebook social plugin, or any other social media plugin, your activity may be published on Facebook, or such other social media website(s), and be shown to other individuals who visit our website. We encourage you to read each social media site's respective privacy policy for more information.
Information We Collect About You and How We Collect It
We collect several types of information from and about the users of our Services, including information by which you may be personally identified, such as your name, postal address, e-mail address, telephone number, credit card information or any other information our Services collect that is defined as personal or personally identifiable information under an applicable law or that may otherwise be used to identify you (collectively, your "Personal Information"). We also may automatically collect information as you navigate our Services, including information such as usage details, IP addresses and information collected through the use of "cookies."
Information You Provide to Us. When you visit our Services, you may be asked to provide Personal Information to register for an event or participate in other activities. If you communicate with us by e-mail, or otherwise complete online forms or surveys, any information provided in such communications may be collected as Personal Information. We will only collect Personal Information which you voluntarily provide. When you submit such information on our Services, you are giving your consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of such information as set forth in this Privacy Policy.
Credit Card Information. Currently, we do not store full credit card owner information, credit card numbers, credit expiration dates or CVN numbers on our servers. This info is sent directly to our processor and then the bank to complete the transaction. Our third party processor may provide you with the option to store your card information in order to assist with your transactions. If you choose to allow any third-party processor to store your card information this information is stored pursuant to our third-party processor's privacy policy and other terms of services.
Information We Collect Automatically. When you download, access or use our Services, they may automatically collect: (i) usage details (including traffic data, location data, communication data and the resources you access and use through our Services); (ii) device information (including IP address, operating system, browser type, hardware ID, mobile network information and the device's telephone number); and (iii) location information (including real-time information about the location of your device). If you do not want us to collect this information, do not access or use our Services, or, if you have already accessed or used our Services, stop doing so immediately and delete any Services from your device. We also may use these technologies to collect information about your activities over time.
The collection of this information helps us to improve our Services and deliver a better and more personalized service to you.
Information Collection Technologies. The technologies we use for automatic information collection may include cookies (or mobile cookies) or web beacons. Cookies are small files sent to and stored on the computer or device you use to access or use our Services. Cookies may be used to monitor use of our Services, customize content specific to your interests, and to keep you signed in to our Servies. It may be possible to refuse to accept cookies by activating the appropriate setting on your computer or device. However, if you select this setting, you may be unable to access certain portions of our Services.
Third-Party Information Collection. When you access or use our Services, or access their content, certain third parties, such as analytics companies (e.g., Google Analytics), your mobile device manufacturer or your mobile service provider may use automatic information collection technologies to collect information about you, your computer, or your device. The information these third parties collect may be associated with your personal information or your online or mobile activities over time and across different websites, apps, and other online services websites. Such third parties may use this information to provide you with interest-based (behavioral) advertising or other targeted content. We do not control these third parties' tracking technologies or how they may be used.
Disclosure of Your Information.
We will not intentionally share your Personal Information with third parties, except to: (a) comply with a valid legal inquiry or process such as a search warrant, subpoena, statute, court order or government request; (b) protect a physical or property threat to you, to others or to our Services; (c) respond to a breach or attempted breach of the security of our Services; (d) defend or assert our legal rights; or (e) enforce our Terms of Use. We may also exchange information, including Personal Information, with others for fraud protection and risk reduction purposes.
Your Choices About Our Collection, Use and Disclosure of Your Information.
We strive to provide you with choices regarding the personal information you provide to us. You may opt-out of receiving future communications from us when you register with our Services or otherwise provide your information to us.
You may also opt-out of future communications from us at any time by changing your account profile, or by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any e-mail communication you receive from us.
You may also set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent.
SMS data collection, usage, and sharing
VRL is committed to protecting your privacy. We do not share your mobile information with third parties, including subsidiaries and affiliates, for marketing or promotional purposes. Text message opt-in data and consent are used solely for providing the SMS services you have requested and are never sold or distributed. Mobile information may be shared with subcontractors solely for operational purposes (e.g., message delivery). You can opt out of receiving SMS communications at any time by replying STOP, and your request will be processed promptly.
Third Party Links.
Our Services may contain links to or from other third-party websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these other websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to the information we collect through our Services. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of other websites and services you link to, access through our Services, or otherwise visit.
Individuals Under the Age of 18.
Our Services are not intended for children under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn we have collected or received personal information from a child under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 18 without parental consent, please contact us at 509.232.0840.
Updating Your Information.
You can review and change your personal information by logging into your account and visiting your account profile. You may also review, change, and correct your Personal Information, or request that we deactivate your account, by contacting us at 509.232.0840.
Security.
We implement measures designed to protect your personal information from accidental loss or unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, the safety and security of your information also depends on you. We urge you to protect your user information and password and to be careful about giving out information in public areas of our Services, which may be viewed by other users.
Unfortunately, transmitting information via the Internet and mobile platforms is not completely secure. We cannot guarantee the security of your personal information when transmitted through our Services. Any transmission of personal information is at your own risk, and we are not responsible for circumvention of any privacy settings or security measures we provide.
Disputes; Mediation; Arbitration; Waiver of Class Action.
This Privacy Policy is subject to our Terms of Use, which includes the option of binding arbitration and a waiver of certain class action rights. Please carefully review these terms, as well as the rest of the Terms of Use before using our Services.
Let Us Know How We Are Doing.
We have taken great measures to ensure that your use of our Services is a positive experience and that your privacy is constantly respected. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about our privacy practices, please let us know at vrl@vrl.church or at 509.323.0840.