Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy outlines the practices and policies for the website practicingqigong.ca (referred to as "we," "us," or "our"), which is committed to respecting the privacy and security of its users. This policy aims to inform you about the collection, use, and disclosure of non-personal information when you visit our website.
1. Non-Personal Information Collection
We do not collect any personal information from users who visit our website. Personal information refers to data that could be used to identify an individual, such as names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, or any other sensitive information.
2. Automatic Data Collection
We may use certain technologies like cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to gather non-personal information about your visit to our website. This information may include your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This data is collected to improve the functionality and user experience of our website.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device to store non-personal information. We may use cookies to remember your preferences, enhance user experience, and track usage patterns. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies or notify you when they are being used.
4. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services, but we do not control or have access to the data collection practices employed by these external entities. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party sites before providing any information.
5. Data Security
Although we do not collect personal information, we take reasonable measures to protect the non-personal information collected through our website. We use industry-standard security protocols to prevent unauthorized access, data loss, and misuse.
6. Registration, Contact, and Information Forms
Registration and contact forms on this site are directed to a personal email. Intake and information forms are exchanged through email and stored securely on a personal computer only while you are a student or a client. No completed forms or personal is stored online. Payment information is shared through email and processed through e-Transfer.
7. Email Marketing
Users have the option to voluntarily sign up for our email list to receive updates, news, and other relevant information. We are committed to keeping your e-mail address confidential and will not disclose your email to any third parties except to MailChimp, a third-party provider we use to produce and distribute our newsletter. We do not store any email addresses on this site. Our email list is managed securely through MailChimp. You can unsubscribe from our email list at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails. We will maintain the information sent via e-mail in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with any personal information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete such information.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. The revised policy will be posted on this page, along with the date of the last update. Your continued use of our website constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our website.
Last Updated: August 10, 2023