The Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the information collected through developer.virginia.gov. This Internet Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit this website, how that information is used, and how it is protected.
This policy applies only to pages and services provided through developer.virginia.gov. Links to external websites are provided as a convenience and are subject to the privacy policies of those websites.
Information We Collect
When you visit developer.virginia.gov, we automatically collect limited technical information needed to operate, secure, and improve the website. This information may include:
- Your Internet Protocol (IP) address or network domain.
- Your browser type and operating system.
- The date and time of your visit.
- The pages you visit.
- The website that referred you to developer.virginia.gov, if applicable.
This information is collected for statistical analysis, website performance monitoring, cybersecurity, and service improvement. It is not used to personally identify visitors who simply browse the site.
If you choose to contact us, subscribe to updates, submit a form, or request information, we may collect the personal information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, organization, and the contents of your message.
How Information Is Used
Information collected through developer.virginia.gov is used to:
- Provide requested information or services.
- Respond to inquiries and support requests.
- Improve website content, accessibility, and usability.
- Monitor website performance and security.
- Detect and prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations.
Personal information is collected only when necessary to provide a requested service or respond to your communication.
Protection of Your Information
VITA employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Security measures are continuously reviewed to help maintain the integrity and availability of Commonwealth information systems.
Unauthorized attempts to access, modify, or interfere with this website or its services are prohibited and may result in criminal prosecution or other legal action.
Disclosure of Information
VITA does not sell or rent personal information collected through developer.virginia.gov.
Information may be disclosed only as authorized or required by applicable federal or Virginia law, including the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), or as necessary to provide requested government services.
Cookies
Developer.virginia.gov may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance website functionality, remember user preferences, and collect anonymous usage statistics that help improve the website.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies; however, doing so may affect the functionality of certain features.
External Links
Developer.virginia.gov contains links to websites maintained by other government agencies, organizations, and private entities. Once you leave this website, you are subject to the privacy and security policies of the destination website. VITA is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites.
Website Security
VITA monitors this website to protect Commonwealth information systems and ensure the continued availability of services. Attempts to gain unauthorized access, upload malicious software, alter website content, or otherwise interfere with the operation of this website are strictly prohibited and may be investigated and referred to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.
Applicable Laws
Information collected through this website is managed in accordance with applicable federal and Virginia laws, including:
- Government Data Collection and Dissemination Practices Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3800 et seq.)
- Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3700 et seq.)
- Other applicable Commonwealth and federal privacy laws
Changes to This Policy
VITA may revise this Internet Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website operations. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Questions
Questions regarding this Internet Privacy Policy or the privacy practices of developer.virginia.gov should be directed to the Virginia Information Technologies Agency through the official VITA contact channels.
For additional information regarding VITA's enterprise privacy practices, please refer to VITA's official Internet Privacy Policy Statement.