Last Updated: 08th May, 2025
At VFStasheel (https://vfstasheel.com), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
VFStasheel is an independent informational blog. We do not collect or store sensitive personal information such as passport details, visa application data, or biometric information.
Our content is for general informational purposes only and does not involve data collection related to visa applications.
We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:
- Personal Identification Information: When you sign up for our newsletter or contact us through the provided form, we may collect your name, email address, and other basic contact information.
- Non-personal Information: We automatically collect data about how you interact with our site, including IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and referring URLs. This data is used to improve site functionality and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide the services or information requested.
- To send you updates, newsletters, or promotional content if you’ve opted in.
- To analyze and improve the website’s content, user experience, and functionality.
- For marketing purposes, such as affiliate links, if applicable.
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy.
3. Data Protection
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no website can guarantee 100% security, and we recommend you take appropriate precautions when using the internet.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
VFStasheel uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies help us remember preferences, analyze site traffic, and improve site performance. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect some features of the website.
5. Third-party Links
VFStasheel may contain links to third-party websites for additional resources or services. We do not control the content or privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
6. No Collection of Sensitive Data
As part of our commitment to user privacy, we want to make it clear that VFStasheel does not collect sensitive data such as:
- Passport information
- Visa application details
- Biometric data
We are not a substitute for VFS Global or any official visa service provider. All visa-related personal information should be handled directly through authorized and official channels.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request that we correct or delete any personal information you have provided.
- Opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
- Email: hello@vfstasheel.com
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
VFStasheel reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page.
Your continued use of the website after any changes are posted will signify your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America.