New Brunswick Black Summit Privacy Policy

At New Brunswick Black Summit (nbblacksummit.ca), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website, including the e-commerce section that allows users to upload and sell products.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of personal information to provide you with our services, including:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and business address.
  • Account Information: Username, password, and any other details required to create an account on our platform.
  • Business Information: Details about your business, such as business name, contact information, and products offered, when you use the e-commerce section of our site.
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and other financial information necessary to process transactions.
  • Uploaded Content: Product images, descriptions, and other content uploaded to our site for sale purposes.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and browsing behavior (collected via cookies and other tracking technologies).

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • To Provide and Improve Services: We use your personal information to set up your account, process transactions, and improve the functionality of our website.
  • Communication: We may contact you via email or other methods to provide updates, respond to inquiries, or send marketing communications (you may opt-out at any time).
  • E-Commerce: For users who upload and sell products, we use the information to manage listings, process orders, and facilitate payments.
  • Customer Support: To provide customer support and handle any issues related to your account or transactions.
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations, including fraud prevention and data security.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting services) who assist in providing our services. These providers are obligated to protect your data and only use it for the specific services they provide.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or if necessary to protect our legal rights, we may share your information with government authorities or law enforcement.
  • Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred to the new owner.

How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include:

  • Data Encryption: We use encryption to protect sensitive information, such as payment data, during transmission.
  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to personal information, and they are bound by confidentiality obligations.
  • Regular Audits: We regularly review our data security practices to ensure your information is safeguarded.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You can request access to your personal data and correct any inaccuracies.
  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations.
  • Opt-Out: You may opt-out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe link in our emails.
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of the personal information you provided to us in a machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@nbblacksummit.ca.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, track website usage, and target relevant ads. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

E-Commerce Specific Policies

  • User-Generated Content: When you upload products for sale, the content (images, descriptions, pricing) will be publicly visible on the website. Ensure you do not upload sensitive or confidential information.
  • Transaction Information: Personal information involved in transactions, such as customer names and shipping addresses, will be shared with the relevant parties (e.g., buyer, seller) to complete the transaction.
  • Payment Processing: We use secure third-party payment processors to handle all transactions. We do not store your payment card details.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates. The date of the latest revision will be posted at the top of the policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at support@nbblacksummit.ca.