Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 11, 2025
Introduction
Dennisonung Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use any services hosted under the Dennisonung Foundation name (the "Site"). This policy complies with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial legislation. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:
- 1.1 Personal Data: We may collect the following personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us:
- Email addresses
- Usernames
- Passwords (hashed or encrypted using bcrypt for security purposes)
- 1.2 Usage Data: We automatically collect the following information when you access the Site:
- IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Operating system and device information
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited and other activity on the Site
- 1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect information about your activity on the Site. We will obtain your consent where required by law before setting non-essential cookies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including:
- Providing, maintaining, and improving our services and APIs.
- Responding to your inquiries and fulfilling your requests.
- Logging activity for security and troubleshooting purposes.
- Monitoring and analyzing usage patterns to improve user experience.
- Complying with legal obligations, including those under Canadian privacy laws.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information:
- With Service Providers: To help us operate our services, such as hosting providers or logging tools, under agreements that ensure compliance with PIPEDA.
- As Required by Law: To comply with legal obligations, respond to subpoenas, or protect our rights.
4. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. For example, passwords are hashed or encrypted using bcrypt to ensure their security. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights Under Canadian Law
Under PIPEDA and applicable provincial laws, you have the following rights:
- Accessing Your Information: Requesting a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correcting Your Information: Requesting corrections to any inaccuracies.
- Withdrawing Consent: Withdrawing consent for the use of your personal information where consent is the legal basis for processing.
- Deleting Your Information: You can delete your personal data by using the provided methods on the Site or contacting us at [email protected].
- Filing Complaints: Filing a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your rights have been violated.
6. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing them with any personal information.
7. International Data Transfers
If your information is transferred outside of Canada, we ensure that it is protected in accordance with Canadian privacy laws. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the Site and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Dennisonung Foundation
[email protected]