Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 18/03/2025

Welcome to dvlotteryusa.com (the “Website”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you may provide us while using our Website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.

By accessing or using dvlotteryusa.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Independent Resource and Non-Affiliation

1.1 Not a Government Agency

  • dvlotteryusa.com is an independent platform providing information and tools related to the Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery.
  • We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the U.S. government or any other government entity.
  • For official DV Lottery information, please visit dvprogram.state.gov.

1.2 Informational Purpose

  • All content on this Website is for informational and educational purposes only.
  • We do not offer official government services or legal advice.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • We may collect personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, or other contact details when you:
    • Create an account on our Website
    • Sign in with Google
    • Subscribe to newsletters or updates
    • Submit a contact form or inquiry

2.2 Non-Personal Information

  • We may automatically collect non-personal information about your visit, including:
    • IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
    • Referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on the Website
    • General geographic location (city, country)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • We use cookies and similar technologies to:
    • Personalize your experience and remember your preferences
    • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
    • Deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)
  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the Website may not function properly as a result.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Providing Services

  • To create and maintain your user account
  • To deliver newsletters or updates you have subscribed to
  • To respond to your inquiries or support requests

3.2 Improving User Experience

  • To understand how users interact with our Website, so we can enhance its functionality and content
  • To customize content and layout based on user preferences

3.3 Communications

  • To send periodic emails about new content, updates, or promotional offers (you can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in these emails)

3.4 Legal Compliance

  • We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

4. Third-Party Services and Links

4.1 Analytics

  • We use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to collect and analyze usage data. These providers may use cookies or other tracking technologies to compile reports on Website activity.
  • Google Analytics may collect your IP address and other usage data; please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy for more details.

4.2 Advertising Partners

  • If we partner with third-party advertisers, they may use cookies or similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing history.
  • We do not share personally identifiable information with advertisers without your explicit consent.

4.3 External Links

  • Our Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
  • We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Data Retention

  • We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
  • If you close your account or withdraw consent, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

5.2 Security Measures

  • We implement reasonable security measures (e.g., encryption, secure servers) to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
  • However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Children’s Privacy

  • Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. International Data Transfers

  • If you access dvlotteryusa.com from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and stored in servers located in the U.S. or other countries.
  • By using our Website, you consent to any such transfer of information outside your country of residence.

8. User Rights

8.1 Access and Correction

  • You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.

8.2 Deletion and Objection

  • You may request deletion of your personal data or object to certain processing activities by contacting us at the email address below. We will accommodate your request to the extent required by law.

8.3 Opt-Out

  • You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional email or contacting us directly.
  • You can also set your browser to reject cookies if you do not wish to be tracked.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

  • We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
  • We will post the revised policy on this page and update the “Last Updated” date.
  • Your continued use of the Website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Important Notice

DVLotteryUSA.com is a private, independent website and is not affiliated with the U.S. Government or any official government agency. We do not have the authority to grant visas or influence the outcome of the Diversity Visa Lottery.

Our platform offers tools, resources, and community support to assist you in understanding and navigating the DV Lottery application process. Participation in our community or utilization of our resources does not guarantee selection in the DV Lottery program.

The Diversity Visa Lottery application is free and can only be submitted through the U.S. Department of State's Electronic Diversity Visa (E-DV) website during the official registration period. We strongly encourage you to complete the application yourself to ensure accuracy and authenticity.

For official information and to submit your application, please visit the U.S. Department of State's Diversity Visa Program website .

Beware of fraud and scams: Some websites and emails attempt to mislead customers by posing as official U.S. government sources. For more details, read the U.S. Department of State's Fraud Warning .