Privacy Policy

VELIOS NETWORKS CORP. COMMITMENT

At Velios Networks Corp., our dedication to fostering a better online environment is grounded in the trust we establish with our Customers, users, and the global Internet community. Upholding this trust means transparent communication, robust security measures, and safeguarding the privacy of data within our systems. Your personal information remains just that—personal and private. We neither sell nor rent your personal details. Sharing or disclosing your information only occurs when necessary to deliver our Services or as outlined in this Policy. In cases where disclosure is required, we ensure to inform you beforehand, providing the opportunity to consent.

1. Participation in Transatlantic Data Privacy Frameworks

Velios Networks Corp. aligns with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (EU-U.S. DPF), the United Kingdom (UK) Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF, and the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (Swiss-U.S. DPF) as stipulated by the U.S. Department of Commerce. We have certified to the U.S. Department of Commerce our adherence to the principles of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (EU-U.S. DPF Principles) concerning the handling of personal data received from the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), the UK (including Gibraltar) in alignment with the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF, and from Switzerland following the Swiss-U.S. DPF. If any conflict arises between the terms outlined in this privacy policy and the EU-U.S. DPF Principles and/or the Swiss-U.S. DPF Principles, the Principles will prevail. For more details about the Data Privacy Framework (DPF) program and our certification, please visit https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/

Velios Networks Corp. may transfer personal data collected from EEA member countries, the UK, and Switzerland to the U.S. We are committed to subjecting all personal data received from the European Economic Area, the UK, and Switzerland, based on the EU-U.S. DPF, the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF, and Swiss-U.S. DPF, to the respective EU-U.S. DPF Principles and the Swiss-U.S. DPF Principles, where applicable

Under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, we may bear liability under specific circumstances for the processing of personal data received under each Framework and subsequently transferred to a third-party acting as an agent on our behalf. Velios Networks Corp. adheres to the EU-U.S. DPF Principles for all onward transfers of personal data from the EEA, the UK, and Switzerland, including the provisions on onward transfer liability.

The oversight of Velios Networks Corp. compliance with the EU-U.S. DPF, the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF, and the Swiss-U.S. DPF lies within the purview of the Federal Trade Commission. In certain situations, we may be obligated to disclose personal data in response to lawful requests made by public authorities, including those necessary to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.

2. Information We Collect or Receive and the Purposes for Which We Collect, Receive, and Use It

We solely handle your personal information—collecting, using, sharing, storing, or processing it—when there's a lawful basis. For instance, processing might occur to fulfill services covered by the terms of your agreed-upon contract, like end-user license agreements or service terms and conditions.

Personal information processing may also take place to meet legal obligations or pursue legitimate interests, ensuring it aligns with your rights and the context. This might involve delivering Services, conducting internal analytics, and reasonably monitoring site or service use to prevent misuse and fraud. In specific cases, we may seek your consent for certain processing activities.

Information we collect—such as name, address, email, and more—is gathered through the Site and websites utilizing our Services. For job applicants, additional data like resumes, eligibility confirmation, and voluntarily provided information (e.g., gender, ethnicity) might be collected.

This information serves various purposes:
Operating, improving, and maintaining the Site and Services.
Addressing inquiries and providing customer support.
Sending essential information like confirmations, updates, and security alerts.
Processing job applications and verifying suitability for positions.
Protecting against fraud or illegal activities.
Facilitating business and product development.
Managing customer relationships and accounts.
Conducting payment processing and market research.
Implementing direct marketing communications.
We strictly utilize this information for the intended purposes or related ones that are compatible. If we need to use your data for an unrelated purpose, we'll notify you and explain the legal basis for doing so.

Our Services assist Customers in deploying applications and safeguarding their edge. If personal information is provided through our Services, we process it as a data processor on behalf of Customers, unless using the information for our own purposes. This includes sensitive data processing.

We also employ information in accordance with the Tracking Technologies section described below.

Please note, our Sites and Services are not for individuals under 18 years old. We don't knowingly collect or permit the registration of personal information from children under 18 years of age.

Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information for monetary purposes. Here's when we share your information: Legal, Protection, and Safety Purposes: Sharing occurs under legal, safety, and protection contexts. This involves:

Compliance with legal mandates like subpoenas or investigative processes, including responding to government requests or probing into fraud. Safeguarding the rights and assets of Velios Networks Corp., our clients, Users, and others. This includes upholding our agreements, policies, and AUP. Handling emergencies, ensuring the safety of our staff, Users, or any individual. In cases of mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales by Velios Networks Corp., you'll be notified through email or prominent notices on our website about ownership changes, usage of your personal data, and the choices available to you. Sharing with Necessary Parties: We share information with essential collaborators—service providers and vendors—who support our operations. For instance, third-party companies assist in payment processing without retaining full credit card or personal account numbers. These entities are permitted to utilize your personal information solely for providing these specified services following written instructions. They must adhere to pertinent data privacy and security standards and are prohibited from using the received personal information for any other purposes. Our service providers/vendors assist us in various business processes, including payment processing, fraud detection, marketing and sales endeavors, and technical/billing support.

Modifications to the Privacy Statement

We retain the right to modify or update this Statement whenever necessary. In such cases, we will adjust the Last Updated date and promptly publish the revised Statement on the Site. For significant alterations, we'll notify you or our Client via email (sent to the email address provided in your account) or through a notice on this Website before the changes take effect. We recommend periodically reviewing this page to stay informed about our latest privacy practices.