Effective Date: May 22, 2026

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Vysta (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting early awareness of healthy brain function through education, community outreach, and accessible wellness resources.

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We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you share with us through this website.

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This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit our website, subscribe for updates, contact us, donate, participate in programs, or otherwise interact with our content and services.

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Information We Collect

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We may collect the following categories of information:

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Information You Voluntarily Provide

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This may include:

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• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Donation information

• Event registration information

• Information submitted through contact forms, surveys, applications, or newsletter sign-ups

• Any additional information voluntarily provided through communications with Vysta
   

Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies, including:

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• Browser type

• Device information

• IP address

• Geographic region

• Referral source

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• General website interaction data

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This information helps us improve website functionality, accessibility, outreach effectiveness, and user experience.

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How We Use Information

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Information collected may be used to:

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• Provide updates about Vysta and its initiatives

• Respond to inquiries or requests

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Develop educational resources and outreach efforts

• Process donations or event registrations

• Communicate future programs, partnerships, or organizational updates

• Maintain website security and functionality

• Analyze community engagement and organizational impact

• Comply with legal obligations

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Vysta does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

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Donations and Payment Information

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Donations accepted through the website collect payment information and may be processed through secure third-party payment processors.

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Vysta does not directly store full payment card information on its servers.

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Third-party payment providers may collect and process payment-related information in accordance with their own privacy policies and security standards.

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Email Communications

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If you subscribe to receive updates from Vysta, you may receive occasional emails related to:

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• Organization updates

• Educational resources

• Community outreach initiatives

• Events, partnerships, or future programs

• Fundraising or donation opportunities

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You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails or by contacting us directly.

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Contact Forms and Community Participation

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Information submitted through contact forms, surveys, outreach initiatives, volunteer opportunities, or community participation activities may be retained for communication, organizational planning, volunteer coordination, educational outreach, or program development purposes.

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Cookies and Analytics

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This website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

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• Improve user experience

• Analyze website traffic and usage

• Understand visitor engagement

• Improve educational outreach effectiveness

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Third-party services such as website analytics providers may collect anonymous usage information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

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You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website functionality may be affected.

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Third-Party Services

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Vysta may use third-party tools or service providers for:

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• Website hosting

• Email communications

• Analytics

• Donation processing

• Event registration

• Form submissions

• Marketing or outreach support

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These providers may have access to limited information necessary to perform services on behalf of Vysta and are expected to maintain reasonable privacy and security standards.

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Third-Party Links

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This website may contain links to external websites, community partners, educational resources, or third-party platforms. Vysta is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

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Data Retention

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Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to:

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• Fulfill organizational purposes

• Provide communications or services

• Maintain records

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

• Improve future educational or outreach efforts

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Users may request removal of their personal information where applicable by contacting Vysta directly.

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Data Security

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We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect information submitted through this website. However, no method of online transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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By using this website, users acknowledge and accept these inherent risks.

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Children’s Privacy

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This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and Vysta does not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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If we become aware that information from a child under 13 has been collected without appropriate consent, reasonable efforts will be made to remove such information.

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Healthcare and Educational Disclaimer

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Vysta provides educational and informational content related to brain health awareness, wellness, and community education.

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Information shared through this website, emails, events, outreach programs, or educational materials is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition and should not be considered medical advice.

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Participation in Vysta programs or use of educational materials does not establish a healthcare provider-patient relationship.

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Individuals should consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding personal medical concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions.

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Accessibility Commitment

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Vysta strives to make its website and educational resources accessible and inclusive to a broad range of individuals and communities.

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We are continually working to improve accessibility and usability across digital experiences.

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Intellectual Property

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Unless otherwise stated, website content including text, graphics, branding, educational materials, and design elements are the property of Vysta and may not be reproduced, distributed, or used without written permission.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes to the website, services, organizational initiatives, or legal requirements.

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Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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Contact

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If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact:

info@vysta.org

Vysta is a registered nonprofit organization.