At Innova Forge, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws in Canada.
By accessing or using our website (https://www.innovaforge.blog), you agree to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
Innova Forge is a Canadian-based digital blog focused on innovation, technology, design, and culture. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our readers, subscribers, and contributors.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide our services and enhance your experience. This includes:
a) Personal Information
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- IP address
- Location (general, not precise)
- Voluntary information submitted via contact forms or newsletter sign-up
b) Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data such as:
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on the website
- Referral sources
We use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to better understand user behavior and improve our services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Prevent spam, fraud, or unauthorized use
- Analyze trends and traffic
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Consent
By submitting your information (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter or filling out a contact form), you provide your implied or express consent to our collection and use of that information, as described here.
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at:
📧 [email protected]
5. Disclosure of Information
We may disclose personal information:
- When required by law or a court order
- To protect our legal rights
- In case of a business transfer (e.g., acquisition or merger), with adequate safeguards
All third-party service providers we use (e.g., email delivery services, analytics tools) must also comply with data protection laws.
6. Data Storage & Security
Your information is stored securely on encrypted servers located in Canada or trusted jurisdictions. We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.
7. Third-Party Links
Our blog may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their policies separately.
8. Your Rights Under Canadian Law
As a Canadian user, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Withdraw consent for data collection
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
To exercise your rights, please email:
📧 [email protected]
9. Use by Minors
Our website is intended for users aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without verifiable parental consent.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law or site functionality. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page regularly.