The Vin Scout

Welcome to our Privacy Policy, which governs your visit to thevinscout.com and outlines how we collect, protect, and use information resulting from your use of our Service.
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Unless otherwise defined, terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as those in our Terms and Conditions. Our Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our Service and, together with this Privacy Policy, constitute your agreement with us (“Agreement”).

Defined Terms

  • SERVICE refers to thevinscout.com.
  • PERSONAL DATA means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
  • USAGE DATA is automatically collected information generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (e.g., duration of a page visit).
  • COOKIES are small files stored on your device.
  • DATA CONTROLLER refers to the entity that determines the purpose and method of processing personal data. We act as the Data Controller of your data under this policy.
  • DATA PROCESSOR (or SERVICE PROVIDER) is any individual or legal entity that processes data on behalf of the Data Controller.
  • DATA SUBJECT is any individual whose personal data is being processed.
  • THE USER is the individual using our Service and corresponds to the Data Subject.

Information Collection and Usage

We collect different types of data for various purposes to provide and enhance our Service.

Personal Data

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address, including city, state, ZIP/postal code, and country
  • Cookies and usage information

We may use your Personal Data to send newsletters, marketing communications, and other promotional materials. You can opt-out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

Usage Data

We may collect information your browser sends whenever you visit our Service or access it via a mobile device. This may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of visit
  • Time spent on pages
  • Unique device identifiers
  • Device operating system and browser type

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity and store certain information. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent.

Types of cookies we may use include:

  • Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant ads
  • Session Cookies: Operate our Service
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings
  • Security Cookies: Enhance security

Additional Data

We may also collect information such as:

  • Social security or taxpayer identification numbers
  • Gender, age, birth date and place
  • Passport and citizenship details
  • Contact numbers (work, mobile)
  • Educational and employment records
  • Marital and family status

How We Use the Collected Data

We use your information to:

  • Fulfill other purposes with your consent
  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Notify you of changes
  • Enable interactive features
  • Offer customer support
  • Conduct analysis to improve the Service
  • Monitor usage
  • Detect and resolve technical issues
  • Enforce legal agreements
  • Send relevant service and promotional communications

Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to meet the purposes outlined in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Usage Data may be retained longer if necessary for security or performance improvements.

Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside your own. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers. We ensure adequate protection and handling of your data in accordance with this policy.

Data Disclosure

We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Consent: For any other purpose
  • Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations or government requests
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
  • With Service Providers: To support our operations
  • With Affiliates: Within our business structure

Payment Information

If we offer paid products or services, we use third-party payment processors. Your payment information is not stored on our servers and is handled according to the payment processor’s privacy policies.

External Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified via email. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@thevinscout.com.

What is the VIN number?

The VIN (Vehicle Identification number) is a unique identifier assigned to each vehicle. It consists of 17 characters that contain information about the brand, model, year of production and the characteristic features of the vehicle. The VIN number is used to track the vehicle history, such as repairs, technical inspections and accidents. This is a key element when checking the technical condition and vehicle history before buying.

Where to find a VIN number?

The VIN number is placed on elements permanently related to the body. You can usually find it on the driver's side, in the service book, on the side of the engine and in various other places, which is often conditioned by the car brand. If you do not find it under the hood, you can look for it in the trunk, on the floor in the passenger cabin, on the threshold, on the front septum, the nest of the front suspension column, the floor in the passenger compartment or the dashboard.