Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01.05.2025
Last Updated: 01.05.2025
Luca Ray, Maritime Hearts Publishing (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of users (“you”) who access or use our website in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws.
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact information (e.g., name, email address, phone number)
- Account information (if you register or log in)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, etc.)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, etc.)
- Communication data (messages you send to us, feedback, inquiries)
We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for purposes including:
- Providing, operating, and improving our website and services
- Responding to your inquiries and customer support requests
- Sending you updates, newsletters, or promotional communications (with your consent)
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
- Preventing fraud or misuse of our services
3. Consent
By using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this policy. Where required, we will seek your express consent (e.g., for marketing communications or the use of cookies).
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at the information provided below.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your personal information with:
- Service providers and partners who help us operate the website (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required to comply with the law
- A third party in the event of a business transfer (e.g., merger or acquisition)
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification.
However, no transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent
- Request deletion, subject to legal requirements
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
8. International Data Transfers
If your information is transferred outside of Canada, it may be subject to the laws of the foreign jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Luca Ray
Maritime Hearts Publishing
239 Robie Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 6S2
Canada