How VWB collects, uses, stores and protects personal information provided through our website and services.
At Veterinarians without Borders North America (VWB), we take the privacy of our website visitors and service users seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect it.
Types of Personal Information Collected:
The following types of personal information may be collected through our website or through the use of our services:
How Personal Information is Used:
VWB uses personal information for the following purposes:
Data Retention:
VWB retains personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations.
Data Sharing and Disclosure:
VWB does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. In some cases, personal information may be shared with trusted third-party service providers for the purpose of providing services on our behalf. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep the information confidential and to use it only for the purpose of providing services to VWB.
In limited circumstances, personal information may be disclosed to third parties to comply with legal requirements or to protect the rights, property, or safety of VWB, its employees, or others.
Security Measures:
VWB takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing and against accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
Accessing and Updating Your Personal Information:
You have the right to access and update your personal information. To do so, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section of this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy:
VWB may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website.
Contact Us:
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way in which we handle your personal information, please contact us by email at info@vwb.org or by postal mail at the following address:
VWB/VSF CANADA HEADQUARTERS
700 Industrial Ave #410, Ottawa, ON K1G 0Y9 CA
Phone Number: +1(343) 633-0272
VWB/VSF Canada is a registered charity, # 84146 9547 RR0001
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