Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 30, 2025

Ontario Connected respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and your rights as a user.

1. Information We Collect

  • Personal Information: Name, email, Google account details (via registration or sign-in).
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser, pages visited (via Google Analytics).
  • Comments: Data submitted through blog comments.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to provide website access, enable comments, improve site performance, and communicate updates (if opted in).

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your data. Information may be shared with service providers (e.g., Google, hosting providers) only as needed for site operation or if required by law.

4. Cookies and Tracking

The Site uses cookies and analytics tools to monitor usage and improve functionality. Users may disable cookies in browser settings, though features may be limited.

5. Data Retention

We retain user data only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations.

6. Age Restrictions

Registration is limited to users aged 16 or older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If discovered, such data will be deleted.

7. Security

We take reasonable measures to safeguard user data, though complete internet security cannot be guaranteed.

8. Your Rights

Users may request access, correction, or deletion of their personal information by contacting author@ontarioconnected.ca.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at author@ontarioconnected.ca.