Effective Date: June 17, 2025
Website: www.maplemeta.info
Owner: Maple Meta
Contact Information:
465 East Street N, Sarnia, ON N7T 6Y7, Canada
Phone: +1 519-339-0156
Email: [email protected]
1. Introduction
At Maple Meta, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights regarding that data. We are committed to transparency and to complying with applicable privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information (e.g., name, email address, phone number) when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Technical Data such as IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring URLs, and usage patterns.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies for analytics and site performance. See our Cookie Policy for more details.
- User-Generated Content, including comments or messages you submit through the website.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the website
- To respond to inquiries and support requests
- To send newsletters or content updates, with your consent
- To analyze website usage and improve functionality
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
We only process your personal data when we have a lawful basis to do so. This includes:
- Your consent (e.g., when you sign up for emails)
- Performance of a contract (e.g., responding to your inquiry)
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate interests, such as improving our website and understanding visitor behavior
5. Data Sharing
We may share your data with trusted service providers who assist us in running our website and services, such as:
- Web hosting providers
- Email newsletter platforms
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
These third parties are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
7. Your Rights (GDPR & PIPEDA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- The right to access your data
- The right to correct inaccurate information
- The right to request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- The right to restrict or object to processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [email protected]
8. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Restricted access to data
- Regular system updates and security audits
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
Maple Meta does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we may have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage users to check this page periodically for updates.