Privacy Policy
At Byte Forest, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
By accessing or using our site, you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide when subscribing to our newsletter, submitting a form, or contacting us.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and timestamps collected through cookies and analytics tools.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our content, which helps us improve the experience.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Send newsletters or updates you’ve subscribed to
- Analyze trends and improve website performance
- Ensure the security and integrity of our website
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Monitor site performance
- Understand user behavior through analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the website.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services for analytics, newsletter distribution, or hosting. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data, including:
- Secure server environments
- Access control and encryption
- Regular review of data handling practices
However, no internet-based service can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
6. Your Rights
Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canadian residents have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Withdraw consent for certain uses
- Request deletion of your data where applicable
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
7. International Visitors
Our website may be accessed globally, but our data processing practices are guided by Canadian privacy laws. If you are accessing this site from outside Canada, you consent to the transfer and storage of your data in Canada.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Byte Forest
Address: 4455 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 3Z5, Canada
Phone: +1 250-642-0739
Email: [email protected]
