Effective Date: January 11, 2025
Thank you for visiting www.damngoodwebsites.ca (“Website”). At GOOD MEDIA, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure your personal data is handled responsibly.
1. Data Controller Information
The data controller for this website is:
GOOD MEDIA
PO Box 6061 Hinton, Alberta T7V 1X5
sales@damngoodwebsites.ca
780-817-8810
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and address.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data through cookies or similar technologies.
- Transaction Data: Payment details and purchase history (if applicable).
- Marketing Data: Preferences for receiving communications from us.
3. How We Use Your Personal Data
Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:
- To provide and manage our services.
- To communicate with you regarding inquiries, support, or transactions.
- To improve the functionality and security of the Website.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
- For marketing purposes, if you have opted in to receive such communications.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent for marketing or other purposes.
- Contractual Obligation: To fulfill a contract or agreement with you.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and Website functionality.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties except in the following cases:
- To service providers and partners who assist us in operating the Website and providing services.
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms and conditions.
- With your explicit consent.
All third parties with whom we share your data must comply with GDPR standards.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your personal data.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.
- Restriction: Request the restriction of data processing.
- Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time for processing based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
8. Cookies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience. They can be session-based (temporary) or persistent.
Types of Cookies Used:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
- Performance Cookies: Analyze user behavior and improve performance.
- Functional Cookies: Remember preferences for a personalized experience.
- Marketing Cookies: Deliver relevant ads and track their effectiveness.
Third-Party Cookies:
Services like Google Analytics may set cookies to analyze traffic and behavior. Review their privacy policies for more details.
How Cookies Are Used:
Cookies support core functions, enhance performance, personalize experiences, and facilitate targeted advertising.
Managing Cookies:
- Adjust cookie settings through your browser.
- Use the cookie consent banner on the website.
- Opt-out of third-party cookies via tools like the Network Advertising Initiative.
Data Collected:
Information such as IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and timestamps is collected, often anonymized, and used only for stated purposes.
Policy Updates:
The Cookie Policy may be updated periodically, with changes posted on the website.
Contact Information:
Users can contact Damn Good Websites for inquiries regarding the policy or use of cookies.
9. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
10. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.
11. Complaints
If you believe we have breached your data protection rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority or contact us directly for resolution.
12. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this GDPR Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this GDPR Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Damn Good Websites
PO Box 6061 Hinton, Alberta T7V 1X5
sales@damngoodwebsites.ca
780-817-8810
By using www.damngoodwebsites.ca, you agree to this GDPR Terms and Conditions policy.