Who we are
Our website address is: https://sciotovalleyguardian.com/.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you have an account and you log in to this site, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where we send your data
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Security Capabilities and Policy for Transmission of Payment Card Details
SciotoValleyGuardian.com
At SciotoValleyGuardian.com, we take the security and privacy of our customers’ payment card details very seriously. To ensure the highest level of protection, we have implemented robust security capabilities and a comprehensive policy for the transmission of payment card details. Our goal is to safeguard sensitive information and maintain the trust of our customers. The following outlines our security capabilities and policy:
1. Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Encryption:
All payment card details transmitted between the user’s browser and our servers are encrypted using industry-standard SSL technology. This encryption ensures that data is securely transmitted, preventing unauthorized access during transit.
2. PCI DSS Compliance:
We are fully compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). This compliance ensures that we maintain a secure environment for the handling, processing, and storage of payment card information.
3. Secure Payment Gateways:
We partner with reputable and secure payment gateway providers to process payment transactions. These gateways use advanced encryption methods to protect cardholder data during payment processing.
4. Tokenization:
To further enhance security, we employ tokenization for the storage of payment card information. Instead of storing actual card details, tokens are used to represent the sensitive data, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information.
5. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
To prevent unauthorized access to customer accounts, we implement two-factor authentication for users with access to payment card details. This additional layer of security requires a second form of verification before granting access to sensitive data.
6. Employee Training and Access Controls:
Access to payment card details is limited to authorized personnel only. Our employees undergo regular security training to ensure they understand the importance of safeguarding sensitive information and follow strict access control protocols.
7. Regular Security Audits and Testing:
We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify potential weaknesses in our systems. Additionally, we perform penetration testing to simulate real-world attacks and proactively address any vulnerabilities.
8. Data Breach Response Plan:
In the unfortunate event of a data breach, we have a well-defined response plan in place. Our priority is to promptly contain the breach, notify affected individuals, and work with relevant authorities to investigate and resolve the situation.
9. Customer Data Privacy Policy:
Our comprehensive privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect customer data, including payment card details. We are committed to transparently informing customers about our data practices and ensuring their data is handled responsibly.
10. Regular Policy Review and Updates:
Our security capabilities and policy are subject to regular review and updates. As technology and security threats evolve, we continuously enhance our measures to maintain the highest level of protection for payment card details.
At SciotoValleyGuardian.com, we strive to exceed industry standards in safeguarding payment card information. Our commitment to security and customer trust remains at the forefront of our operations. Should you have any questions or concerns about our security capabilities and policy, please feel free to contact our customer support team.
