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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Cookie Statement
Last Updated: 12.28.24

This Cookie Statement explains how the Veterans Supplemental Support Network (VSSN) ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites, applications, and services ("Online Properties"). It outlines the types of cookies we use, the purposes for which they are used, and your rights to manage your cookie preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies help us improve your experience, enhance functionality, and analyze website performance. This statement applies to cookies and similar technologies such as web beacons (also known as tracking pixels or clear gifs), which collect data for analysis or personalization.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use first-party and third-party cookies to provide you with a better user experience, improve our services, and offer relevant content and advertisements. Cookies are essential for certain technical functions and performance analytics.

  1. Essential Cookies: These are strictly necessary for the operation of the Online Properties (e.g., for secure areas, remembering preferences).

  2. Performance and Functionality Cookies: These improve the performance of our sites by enabling features like saving preferences or language settings.

  3. Analytics and Customization Cookies: These help us understand how you use our sites, monitor traffic, and improve your user experience.

  4. Targeting Cookies: These allow us and our partners to deliver ads tailored to your interests.

  5. Social Media Cookies: These allow you to share content through third-party social networks and may track your usage for advertising purposes.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • First-Party Cookies: Set by VSSN to enhance site functionality, like remembering preferences or login status.

  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by other companies for advertising, analytics, or social media purposes. These cookies track you across different websites to deliver targeted content.

Cookie Management and Control

Under applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Nevada Privacy Law, and other relevant state laws, you have the right to manage your cookie preferences and control which cookies are placed on your device.

  • Cookie Settings: You can manage your cookie preferences by using the cookie settings tool provided on our site. You can disable certain types of cookies (e.g., analytics or targeting cookies) while allowing essential cookies.

  • Browser Settings: You can configure your browser to block or notify you about cookies. Please consult your browser’s help section for detailed instructions. Disabling cookies may limit your ability to use some features of the Online Properties.

Duration of Cookies

Cookies can either be temporary (session cookies) or persistent (stored for a longer period). Persistent cookies may remain on your device even after you close your browser, allowing us to recognize your device during future visits.

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies: These remain for a specified duration or until you manually delete them.

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies may be placed by service providers for advertising, analytics, and social media sharing. For more information on how these parties collect and use data, please visit their privacy policies.

  • Google Analytics: To opt out of Google Analytics cookies, use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

  • Advertising Cookies: You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA Opt-Out) or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI Opt-Out).

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Opt-Out: Disable or limit cookies through your browser settings or our cookie management tools.

  • Access and Delete: Request access to the data we collect through cookies and request deletion of personal data (where applicable).

For more information on managing cookies, please visit the All About Cookies website.

Changes to This Cookie Statement

We may update this Cookie Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. Please review this page regularly for the most up-to-date information.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: info@vetsupportnet.org
Phone: 415-779-8776

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