Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Virtual Book Fair India (vbf.co.in) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the data we handle through standard web technologies.

Information We Collect

When you visit vbf.co.in, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. This includes:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Device information such as operating system and screen resolution
  • Referral source (e.g., search engine or linked site)

We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless voluntarily provided by you through contact forms — and even then, such data is not stored in any database.

How We Use Information

The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:

  • To understand how visitors interact with our content
  • To improve website performance and user experience
  • To analyze traffic patterns and optimize site functionality
  • To ensure the website operates securely and efficiently

We do not use your data for direct marketing, profiling, or automated decision-making.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Used to gather anonymous usage data
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings for a better experience

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to support our website operations:

  • Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic anonymously and generate usage reports
  • Advertising networks: May display ads based on general browsing behavior, but no personal data is shared directly with advertisers

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We do not control their practices and encourage you to review their policies.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to use industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.

Your Rights

Under Indian data protection regulations and international best practices, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the data we hold about you (if any)
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
  • Complain to a data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated

Since we do not store personal data in databases, most requests will pertain to cookies or server logs, which are automatically deleted after a reasonable period.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Last Updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Eldon Fairbanks
17 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Email: [email protected]

Eldon Fairbanks

Eldon Fairbanks

I am an expert in shopping strategies and transforming mundane purchases into delightful experiences. I love to delve into literary culture and write articles exploring the realm of books, with a particular interest in the diverse literary landscape of India. My work revolves around finding the most efficient ways to enjoy shopping while sharing my passion for storytelling and literature. I continually seek new inspirations in everything from the latest fashion sales to the timeless books that shape our world.