Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 12, 2026

TheVTeam (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the TheVTeam website and related platforms (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Content submitted through forms (photos, videos, storm reports, messages, and metadata)

  • Information you provide when contacting us (email, messages, etc.)

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Service, we may automatically collect:

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited

  • Usage Data: Time spent on pages, links clicked, and interaction data

  • Device Information: Device type, unique identifiers, and network information

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Track activity on our Service

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze usage patterns

You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain our Service

  • Share weather data, storm reports, and community updates

  • Monitor and analyze usage trends

  • Improve site performance and user experience

  • Detect, prevent, and resolve technical issues

  • Respond to inquiries, messages, and submissions

  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

We may share information only in the following situations:

  • With your consent or at your direction

  • To comply with legal obligations (subpoenas, court orders, etc.)

  • To protect the rights, safety, and property of TheVTeam, our users, or the public

  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access to your information

  • Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Deletion of your data

  • Restriction or objection to certain processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
[insert your email here]

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is intended for general audiences and may be accessed by individuals of all ages.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services (such as radar providers, mapping tools, or communication platforms like Discord or Zello).

We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:

TheVTeam
Email: allen.g@thevteam.org
Website: thevteam.org/contact
Location: Indiana, USA