Privacy Policy | Effective Date: August 2025
Introduction
Welcome to VivianBrownlow.com (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how information is collected and used when you visit our Website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how it may be shared, and the choices available to you. By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide. You may provide personal information when you:
- Submit a contact form
- Send us an email
- Subscribe to a newsletter
- Request information or services
- Leave comments (if enabled)
Information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Any information included in your message
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Approximate geographic location
This information helps us improve Website performance, security, and user experience.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function properly and provide information about visitor interactions.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are required for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled through our systems. Examples include:
- Security cookies
- Session management cookies
- Login functionality (if applicable)
- Spam prevention tools
Analytics Cookies: We may use analytics services to understand how visitors use the Website. Analytics data is generally aggregated and used to improve Website performance. These services may collect information regarding:
- Page visits
- Traffic sources
- User interactions
- Device information
Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the Website to remember preferences and provide enhanced functionality. Examples include:
- Language settings
- User preferences
- Accessibility settings
Third-Party Cookies: Certain third-party services integrated into the Website may place cookies on your device. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies. Examples may include:
- YouTube
- Google Maps
- Google Analytics
Cookie Consent:
Where required by applicable law, visitors will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing them to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
You may also manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
WordPress and Hosting Services
This Website is powered by WordPress and hosted through GoDaddy. Website infrastructure providers may process technical information such as:
- IP addresses
- Server logs
- Security monitoring data
- Website performance metrics
Such processing is necessary for website operation, security, and maintenance. For additional information, please review:
How We Use Information
We may use information collected to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Communicate with visitors
- Improve Website functionality
- Analyze Website usage
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Maintain Website security
- Comply with legal obligations
Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share information with:
- Hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Email service providers
- Website maintenance providers
- Legal authorities when required by law
Information is shared only as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
- Meet legal requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Maintain business records
International Visitors
Visitors may access this Website from countries outside the United States.
Information may be processed and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers where permitted by law.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access
- Correction
- Deletion
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Withdrawal of consent
- Objection to processing
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).
European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and similar jurisdictions may provide additional rights under GDPR or applicable privacy laws.
Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. Because there is currently no uniform industry standard, this Website may not respond to all Do Not Track signals.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that information from a child has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.
Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.
Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites. We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.