Privacy Policy for Vijay’s Virtual Vibes
Last updated : 30 May 2025
At Vijay’s Virtual Vibes, accessible from https://vijaysvibes.uk/, the privacy of our visitors is of paramount importance. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information collected on this website and the manner in which it is used. By using this website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Within this policy, "We", "Us" and "Our" refers to Vijay's Virtual Vibes and its owner, Vijay Shah. "You" and "Yours" refers to users of this site and those reading this privacy policy. The Policy is pursuant under the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), the EU GDPR, the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) and other applicable legislation in force in various jurisdictions.
1. Information We Collect
The information we collect is strictly limited to the following:
Usage Data:
This includes non-personally identifiable information such as your device’s IP address, browser type, browser version, pages of the website that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other diagnostic data. This data is used solely for the purpose of analysing site performance and improving user experience, and is gathered via third-party cookies.
Geolocation Data:
We may collect approximate geographical location data based on your IP address to enhance the performance and relevance of the website.
Analytics Data:
We use third-party analytics tools, including Google Analytics, Grabify and StatCounter, to collect data on website usage. These services track non-personal information such as IP addresses, location, and browsing behaviour to help us better understand user interaction with the site and make improvements. This information is collected only for internal use and is not sold or distributed to third parties.
2. Purpose of Data Collection
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
i. To analyse and improve the functionality and performance of the website.
ii. To better understand user preferences and trends to enhance the website experience.
iii. To ensure the security and proper operation of the website.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not share any personally identifiable information, as we do not collect such data. However, the following parties may have access to anonymised data for the purposes of analytics:
Third-Party Analytics Providers:
We use third-party services such as Google Analytics, Grabify and StatCounter to analyse website usage. These services may collect information such as IP addresses, location, and browsing activity. They operate under their own privacy policies, which you are encouraged to review.
Legal Compliance:
We may be required to disclose data in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The website uses cookies to enhance user experience. A cookie is a small file that is placed on your device to help us recognise you on subsequent visits. You have the option to control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
5. International Data Transfers
As the website is operated from the United Kingdom, your data may be transferred to servers located outside of your country of residence. By using the website, you consent to the processing of your data in accordance with this policy.
6. Data Retention
We retain non-personally identifiable data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once this data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
7. Security of Data
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard the information we collect from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
As we do not collect personal data (PII), such as names, postal addresses, email addresses and dates of birth, the rights to access, correct, or delete personal information are not applicable. If you have concerns about the information we collect, or if you wish to opt out of analytics tracking, you may disable cookies via your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Links
By its very nature, this website both links via hyperlink and the inbuilt algorithm to external sites outside of Vijay's Virtual Vibes. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before using the site or providing any personal information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be noted at the top of the page. We recommend that you review this policy periodically to remain informed about how we protect your privacy. For your reference, please bookmark the following link: https://vijaysvibes.uk/privacy.html
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: vijaysvibes@outlook.com. Alternatively, direct message us on X @vijaysvibes or Bluesky @vijaysvibes.uk