PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy sets out the rules for the processing and protection of personal data provided by Users.
We will protect your information consistent with the principles of the
Privacy Act of 1974, the E-Government Act of 2002, and the Federal Records Act.
Who We Are
Your privacy is important to Vessto Group and we are committed to protecting your personal information.
Vessto Group is a creative and professional services company providing branding, marketing, media production, web design, digital services, business solutions, and related offerings. This website, https://vessto.com , is operated by Vessto Group (“Vessto,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you:
- Visit or use our website
- Submit forms or applications through online form
- Purchase products or services via WooCommerce
- Make payments through Square
- Interact with our content, advertisements, or social media
- Subscribe to newsletters or communications
- Contact us for services, support, or inquiries
- Otherwise engage with Vessto Group (collectively, the “Services”)
This Policy also explains your rights and choices regarding your personal information.
Notice to California Residents: Additional disclosures for California residents are provided in Section 16 below.
This Policy is effective as of the “Last Updated” date above.
1. WHAT INFORMATION DOES VESSTO GROUP COLLECT AND WHY?
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you engage with Vessto Group, you may provide personal information including:
- Identifiers
- Full name
- Business name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal or billing address
- Online identifiers
- Commercial Information
- Products or services purchased
- Transaction details
- Invoices and order history
- Account & Form Information
- Online form submissions
- Project details
- Messages or inquiries
- Applications or onboarding details
- Payment Information
- Payment details are processed securely by Square or WooCommerce-supported processors
- Vessto does not store full payment card numbers
- Employment & Business Inquiries
- Information submitted for career opportunities or partnerships
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our website, we may automatically collect:
- Internet & Device Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type and operating system
- Referring URLs
- Time zone
- Usage & Interaction Data
- Pages viewed
- Scroll behavior
- Clicks and navigation patterns
- Session duration
- Geolocation Data
- Approximate location inferred from IP address (city or region level)
C. Information From Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Social Media Platforms
- When you interact with Vessto content or advertisements
- When you log in or engage through social media plugins
- Advertising & Analytics Partners
- Campaign performance data
- Aggregated audience insights
- Technology & Service Providers
- Payment processors
- CRM and automation platforms
2. HOW DOES VESSTO GROUP USE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION?
- We use your personal information to:
- Provide and manage our Services
- Process transactions and payments
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Manage client relationships and projects
- Send service-related communications
- Deliver marketing communications (opt-in only)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Analyze performance and usage trends
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. ANALYTICS, COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
- Google Analytics
- We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated data regarding website traffic and usage. Google may collect IP addresses, device information, and usage behavior in accordance with its privacy policies.
- You may opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
- Microsoft Clarity
- We use Microsoft Clarity to understand how users interact with our website through session recordings and heatmaps. Clarity automatically masks sensitive data fields.
- Social Media & Advertising Technologies
- We may use tracking pixels and similar technologies from platforms such as Meta (Facebook, Instagram), LinkedIn, and others to:
- Measure ad effectiveness
- Deliver interest-based advertising
- Build remarketing audiences
- These platforms process data under their own privacy policies.
- Cookie Control
- You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some site features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
4. FORMS & DATA COLLECTION
- Information submitted through online forms may be:
- Stored in our website database
- Sent via email notifications
- Connected to CRM, marketing, or automation tools
- Form data is used strictly for its intended purpose and is not sold.
5. PAYMENTS & E-COMMERCE
- WooCommerce
- WooCommerce is used to manage products, services, and order data.
- Square
- Payments are processed securely by Square in compliance with PCI-DSS standards. Vessto does not store sensitive card data.
6. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING (WHERE APPLICABLE)
- We process personal information based on:
- Performance of a contract
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
- Consent (where required)
7. DATA SHARING & DISCLOSURE
- We may share personal information with:
- Service providers assisting our operations
- Payment processors and analytics providers
- Payment processors and analytics providers
- Parties involved in a business transfer or merger
- We do not sell personal information.
8. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
You will receive marketing communications only if you opt in. You may unsubscribe at any time. Service-related communications will continue as necessary.
9. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide Services
- Meet legal, tax, or accounting obligations
- Data is deleted or anonymized when no longer required.
10. DATA SECURITY
- SSL encryption
- Secure hosting
- Limited data access
- No system is completely secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect your information.
11. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our Services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & SOCIAL MEDIA
Our website may link to third-party websites or platforms. Vessto Group is not responsible for their privacy practices.
13. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions. Appropriate safeguards are applied where required.
14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
15. HOW DO I CONTACT VESSTO GROUP?
Vessto Group
Email: hello@vessto.com
Website: https://vessto.com
16. ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS (CCPA)
- California residents may have the right to:
- Request access to personal data
- Request deletion
- Request information on data sharing
- Opt out of certain data uses
- We do not knowingly sell personal information of California residents under 16.
- Requests may be submitted via the contact details above. We will verify identity before responding.
- We will not discriminate against users for exercising their privacy rights.