Privacy Policy for Maskwa Connect Inc.
Effective Date: 10.20.2024

Introduction

1.1 This Privacy Policy outlines how Maskwa Connect Inc. (“Maskwa,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), an Alberta corporation based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our software, websites, forums, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

1.2 Maskwa reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes, and the latest version will always be available on our website at www.maskwaconnect.com. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly. By continuing to use the Services, you consent to the updated Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

2.1 We collect personal information that you provide to us, such as:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, and other similar details.
  • Location data: Precise geolocation data to track and document Traditional Land Use (TLU) and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) points.
  • Account information: Information required to create and manage your user account, including login credentials.

2.2 We may automatically collect additional information, including:

  • Usage data: Information about how you interact with the Services, such as pages visited, features used, and timestamps.
  • Device data: Information about the device you use to access the Services, such as the hardware model, operating system, and IP address.

How We Use Your Information

3.1 Maskwa uses your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Location data: To track and associate TLU and TEK points with specific geographic areas.
  • Service improvements: To manage, monitor, and improve the functionality and performance of our Services.
  • Account management: To create, maintain, and support your account, and provide customer service when necessary.
  • Communication: To send notifications and updates about the Services or respond to inquiries.

3.2 We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information with third-party service providers who assist in delivering the Services, under strict confidentiality agreements.

Data Security

4.1 We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

5.1 Your personal information will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws. Upon termination of your account, your data may be deleted, except where we are legally required to retain it.

Your Rights

6.1 You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or update your personal information.
  • Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Withdraw your consent for the collection of location data. However, this may limit your use of certain features of the Services.

Third-Party Links and External Content

7.1 Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We recommend that you review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children’s Privacy

8.1 The Services are not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

9.1 Maskwa reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the revised policy on our website or through other appropriate channels. Continued use of the Services following the updates constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact Us

10.1 If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].

By using the Maskwa Connect Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described.