Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 13, 2026

1. Who we are

Valise is operated by Kristoff Bertram (LogoDebut gcv, ON 0812.327.191) ("we", "us", "our"). We are based in Belgium. If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, contact us at support@vanlifeseeker.com.

2. What data we collect

We collect the minimum data necessary to operate the service:

  • Account data: Your e-mail address (used for sign-up and login).
  • Profile data: Display name, avatar, and any other profile information you choose to provide.
  • Content data: Threads, replies, polls, reactions, and media you upload to the platform.
  • Membership data: Which Spaces you join and your activity within them.
  • Technical data: IP address, browser type, and basic server logs necessary for security and service operation.

3. Legal basis for processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): Processing your account data and content is necessary to provide the service you signed up for.
  • Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): Technical data processing for security, fraud prevention, and service stability.
  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): Where applicable, for optional features or analytics.

4. How we use your data

Your data is used to:

  • Create and maintain your account.
  • Display your content (threads, replies, media, polls, reactions) to other members.
  • Allow you to join and participate in Spaces.
  • Send essential service communications, such as sign-in codes, security alerts, and service-related notices.
  • Maintain the security and integrity of the platform.

5. Data sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is only shared in the following limited circumstances:

  • Public content: Content you post (threads, replies, media) is visible to other registered members of the platform.
  • Infrastructure providers: We use hosting and infrastructure services to operate Valise. These providers process data on our behalf under strict data processing agreements.
  • Legal requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or in response to valid legal process.

6. Data retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we remove or anonymise your personal data and uploaded media. Some content you posted may remain on the platform in anonymised form where it forms part of ongoing discussions or shared community resources.

7. Your rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Rectify inaccurate data.
  • Erase your data ("right to be forgotten").
  • Restrict processing of your data.
  • Port your data to another service.
  • Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
  • Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, e-mail us at support@vanlifeseeker.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies

We use essential technologies required for authentication, session management, and service operation. On the website, this may include essential cookies. We may also use privacy-friendly analytics where applicable.

9. Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and access controls.

10. Supervisory authority

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.