Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 2026

Gigaland is committed to protecting the privacy of those who visit our website and engage with our services. This Privacy Policy describes what personal information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to safeguard it.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or engage with our services:

Contact information — including your name, phone number, and email address, provided voluntarily through forms or sign-up features
SMS opt-in data and consent status — if you have registered to receive text message communications from us
Usage data — general, anonymized information about how visitors interact with our website, collected through standard analytics tools
Form submissions — information submitted through contact forms, surveys, or other interactive features on the site

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

Personal information collected through this website is used for the following purposes:

Sending news, updates, and project-related communications to those who have opted in to receive them
Responding to inquiries and providing appropriate support
Managing participation in events, campaigns, and announcements
Improving the functionality and content of our website
Fulfilling any applicable legal obligations

We do not use personal information for unrelated marketing purposes, and we do not sell user data.

3. SMS Communications

For users who have opted in to receive SMS communications from Gigaland:

Consent is used solely for the purpose of delivering the messaging service you signed up for
We do not share your SMS opt-in status or consent data with third parties for marketing or unrelated purposes
We may share information with service providers involved in message delivery — including SMS platform providers, mobile carriers, and gateway services — who are contractually bound to use your data only for that purpose
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third party for their own use

You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message received from us.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Gigaland does not sell, rent, or lease personal information to third parties. Data may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

With authorized service providers who assist in operating the website or delivering communications, under strict confidentiality agreements
When required by law — to the minimum extent necessary to comply with a legal obligation or respond to lawful requests
To protect rights and safety — where necessary to address fraud, security concerns, or legal claims affecting Gigaland or its users

All third-party service providers engaged by Gigaland are required to maintain appropriate standards of data protection.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You retain rights over your personal information. Specifically, you may:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal retention obligations
Opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message we send
Unsubscribe from email communications at any time via the unsubscribe link included in every email

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us and we will respond promptly.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss. This includes secure data storage, access controls, and engaging only reputable third-party service providers.

While we take data security seriously, no system can guarantee complete protection. We encourage users to exercise reasonable caution when sharing personal information online.

7. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to analyze visitor behavior and improve site performance. Data collected through these tools is generally anonymized and aggregated, and does not personally identify individual users.

Visitors may configure their browser settings to decline cookies at any time, though doing so may affect the availability of certain site features.

8. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites for reference purposes. This Privacy Policy applies solely to Gigaland. Visitors who navigate to third-party sites are subject to those sites' respective privacy policies, which we encourage them to review.

9. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States of America, including the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) where applicable. Any disputes arising in connection with this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Virginia.

Virginia residents may have additional rights under the VCDPA, including the right to access, correct, delete, and obtain a copy of their personal data, as well as the right to opt out of certain data processing activities. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or to exercise any of your data rights, please contact us.

Gigaland is committed to handling your personal information with care, transparency, and respect.