Last Updated: July 7, 2025

Welcome to VEGA Directory (the "Site"). We provide paid, lifetime access to a private database of international manufacturers and suppliers ("the Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the limited information you provide when you purchase access to our Service.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not purchase access or use the site.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to grant you access to our Service. The information we collect is provided by you directly during the payment process:

• Account Information: To create and manage your lifetime access account, we collect your Name and Email Address.

• Payment Information: To process your one-time payment, our third-party payment processor collects your payment details (e.g., credit card number, billing address). VEGA Directory does not store your full credit card information on our servers. We only receive a transaction confirmation and data required for billing verification.

We may also automatically collect standard technical information when you visit our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, and usage data, which helps us maintain and improve our Service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

• To process your one-time payment transaction.

• To create and manage your secure, lifetime user account.

• To provide you with access to the VEGA Directory database.

• To send you important administrative communications regarding your account, your purchase, or major changes to our Services (transactional emails).

• To maintain the security and operational integrity of our Site.

• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We do not use your personal information for marketing purposes unless we obtain your separate, explicit consent.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We only share your information with the following essential third parties:

• Payment Processors: We share transaction information with our trusted third-party payment processor (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Moneris) to securely handle your payment.

• For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a valid legal process, such as a court order or subpoena.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition of our company, your information may be transferred to the new owner to continue providing the Service to you.

No information you provide to us is ever made public on the Site or shared with other users.

4. Data Security

We are committed to protecting your information. We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical security measures to safeguard your personal data. We rely on our professional payment processor to handle financial data according to strict industry standards (PCI Compliance).

5. Your Rights and Choices

As a user, you have rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and Correction: You can access and update your account information (such as your email address or password) through your account settings.

• Account Deletion: You may request the deletion of your account at any time by contacting us. Please note that deleting your account is irreversible and will result in the loss of your lifetime access to the VEGA Directory.

• Questions: You can contact us with any questions or concerns about your privacy using the details below.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for or directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our Contact Us page.