Privacy Policy

Last updated July 7, 2022

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INTRODUCTION

The Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (“we” or “us” or “our”) respects the privacy of our users (“user” or “you”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website vaspace.org, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

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We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last updated” date of this Privacy Policy, found at the top of the web page. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Site, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.

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You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.

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INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

• Your IP address
• Your contact information and email address
• Other information such as interests and preferences
• Data profile regarding your online behavior on our website

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WHY WE COLLECT YOUR DATA

Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience. Specifically, we may use information collected about you via the Site to:

• To better understand your needs
• To improve our services and products
• To send you promotional emails containing the information we think you will find interesting
• To contact you to fill out surveys and participate in other types of market research
• To customize our website according to your online behavior and personal preferences

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SAFEGUARDING AND SECURING THE DATA

The Virginia Spaceport Authority is committed to securing your data and keeping it confidential. The Virginia Spaceport Authority has done all in its power to prevent data theft, unauthorized access, and disclosure by implementing the latest technologies and software, which help us safeguard all the information we collect online.

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Our Cookie Policy

‍Once you agree to allow our website to use cookies, you also agree to use the data it collects regarding your online behavior (analyze web traffic, web pages you spend the most time on, and websites you visit).

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The data we collect by using cookies is used to customize our website to your needs. After we use the data for statistical analysis, the data is completely removed from our systems.

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Please note that cookies don't allow us to gain control of your computer in any way. They are strictly used to monitor which pages you find useful and which you do not so that we can provide a better experience for you.

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If you want to disable cookies, you can do it by accessing the settings of your internet browser. You can visit www.internetcookies.com, which contains comprehensive information on how todo this on a wide variety of browsers and devices.

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LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

Our website contains links that lead to other websites. If you click on these links, the Virginia Spaceport Authority is not held responsible for your data and privacy protection. Visiting those websites is not governed by this privacy policy agreement. Make sure to read the privacy policy documentation of the website you go to from our website.

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RESTRICTING THE COLLECTION OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA

At some point, you might wish to restrict the use and collection of your personal data. You can achieve this by doing the following:

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When you are filling the forms on the website, make sure to check if there is a box which you can leave unchecked, if you don't want to disclose your personal information.

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If you have already agreed to share your information with us, feel free to contact us via email and we will be more than happy to change this for you.

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The Virginia Spaceport Authority will not lease, sell, or distribute your personal information to any third parties, unless we have your permission. We might do so if the law forces us. Your personal information will be used when we need to send you promotional materials if you agree to this privacy policy.

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Still have questions?

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Mail:
Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA)
101 W Main Street, Suite 602

Norfolk, VA 23510

Phone: 757-440-4020

Email: info@vaspace.org

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