Effective Date: Feb. 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to declinedstudios.com (“Site”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide it (for example, via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups), we may collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, or other details necessary to respond to your inquiry.
- Usage Information: We automatically collect data about your visit, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and referring URLs. This data helps us analyze trends and administer the site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some parts of the Site may not function properly as a result.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website.
- Improve your browsing experience and the overall performance of our Site.
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- Send you updates, newsletters, or promotional communications (if you have opted in).
- Analyze usage and trends to improve our services and website functionality.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, performing business functions, or providing services to you. These parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal process, such as a subpoena or court order.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner, provided that the receiving party agrees to respect the terms of this Privacy Policy.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite our best efforts, no online transmission or storage system is completely secure. If you have any concerns about the security of your information, please contact us immediately.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to securely dispose of or anonymize it.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access and Correction: The right to access and update your personal data.
- Deletion: The right to request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: The right to opt-out of receiving promotional communications.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.
8. International Data Transfers
If you access our website from outside Canada, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada. We take steps to ensure that any such transfer complies with applicable data protection laws and that your information receives an adequate level of protection.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
10. 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 with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Declined Studios
Email: admin@declinedstudios.com
