GOALS
- Identify key data collection pages where user information is collected in the
- Make sure to comply with Canada’s digital privacy
- Note on any specific technical disclosure needed for using wordpress and bluehost
- Develop a privacy policy page based on the above points
WORKING NOTES
Data collection pages
Careers page, Volunteer applications and donations
Legal
- The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is a federal law in Canada that regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by private sector Your Privacy Policy should indicate that you comply with
PIPEDA and explain how you collect, use, and disclose personal information in accordance with the law.
- Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) is a law that regulates the sending of commercial
electronic messages (CEMs) in Canada. Your Privacy Policy should explain how you comply with CASL and obtain consent from individuals before sending CEMs.
- If you collect personal information from individuals in Quebec, you may be subject to
additional requirements under the Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector (Quebec). Your Privacy Policy should indicate if you collect personal
information from individuals in Quebec and explain how you comply with the law.
- If you use cookies or other similar technologies on your website, you should explain how you use these technologies and obtain consent from individuals before collecting any personal
information through these technologies.
- Your Privacy Policy should include contact information for a privacy officer or other person who can answer questions or concerns about your organization’s privacy
Technical
- Bluehost may collect certain information about your website visitors, such as IP addresses and browser types, as part of its website hosting Your Privacy Policy should explain that Bluehost may collect this information and provide a link to Bluehost’s own privacy policy for more information.
- Your Privacy Policy should also explain that your website uses WordPress, which may collect certain information about your website visitors through cookies and other similar You should describe how WordPress collects this information and for what purposes it is used.
- If you use any third-party plugins or services in conjunction with your WordPress website, you should also explain what information these third parties may collect and how they use it – Donorbox for collecting donations
PRIVACY POLICY
InsightHeart Foundation® is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information that we may obtain from you through our website. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we may collect certain information automatically, including your IP address, browser type, the date and time of your visit, and information about your device and operating system. We may also collect information through the use of cookies and similar technologies.
If you apply for a job or volunteer position with us, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact information, resume, and other information related to your application.
If you make a donation through our website, we may collect personal information such as your
name, contact information, and payment information. We use Donorbox as our partner for collecting donations from users visiting our website. Donorbox collects personal information such as your
name, contact information, and payment information when you make a donation. Please refer to
Donorbox’s Privacy Policy at https://donorbox.org/privacy for more information on how they collect, use, and disclose your personal information. We do not control or assume any responsibility for Donorbox’s data practices or policies. By making a donation through Donorbox, you agree to their
Privacy Policy.
Use of Information
We may use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including:To provide and improve our website and servicesTo communicate with you about your job or volunteer application, donation, or other inquiriesTo send you newsletters, updates, and other marketing materials, in compliance
with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)To analyze trends and statistics related to the use of our website, in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
(PIPEDA)To comply with legal requirements
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your personal information to third parties in the following circumstances:
- To service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing our services
- To comply with legal requirements or to protect the safety of our users
- With your consent
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, and disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies
We may use cookies or other similar technologies on our website. These technologies help us improve our website and provide a better user experience. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Privacy Policy. You can find more
information about the cookies we use and how to manage them in our Cookie Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@insightheartfoundation.org.
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