Effective Date: Oct 2024
MilitaryHistory.ca is committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect any information that you provide when you use our educational and reference website, MilitaryHistory.ca (“the website”).
By using the website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We do not collect personal information unless it is voluntarily provided by the user, such as through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or user comments. The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Information: When voluntarily submitted, we may collect your name, email address, or other information provided through contact forms or newsletters.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifiable information such as your browser type, the date and time of your visit, and the pages you viewed, to help us analyze website traffic and improve our services.
2. Use of Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Improve the website’s content and user experience.
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with users who contact us.
- Send occasional newsletters or updates if you have subscribed (you may opt-out at any time).
- Analyze website traffic and trends to understand how visitors use our website.
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. Your information will only be shared if required by law or with your explicit consent.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us understand how visitors use our website.
- Analytics: We may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to help analyze how users interact with our website. These services may collect non-personal information such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
- Opt-out: You can manage your cookie preferences in your web browser settings, including choosing to block cookies or receiving notifications before a cookie is stored.
4. Security
We are committed to ensuring the security of your information. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and reference. Please note that once you leave our site, we do not have control over the content or privacy practices of those other sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.
6. Children’s Privacy
MilitaryHistory.ca is an educational resource intended for users of all ages, including younger audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at [insert contact email], and we will take appropriate steps to delete the data.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or correct any personal information you have provided to us.
- Request that we delete any personal information we have collected from you, subject to any legal obligations we may have.
- Opt out of receiving any communications from us, such as newsletters or updates.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@militaryhistory.ca
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” at the top will be updated accordingly. Your continued use of the website following any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: info@militaryhistoinfo@militaryhistory.cary.ca
Tel: (604) 833-9488
This Privacy Policy ensures that MilitaryHistory.ca follows ethical and transparent practices for handling user data, especially considering the educational and family-friendly nature of the site. Let me know if you’d like further modifications!