Privacy Policy

At HS Digital Marketing, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. We want you to feel confident and secure when interacting with us, and we encourage you to read this policy carefully.

Published Date: July 15, 2023

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We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you visit our website, https://hsdigimarket.ca/ (the “Website”), and use our digital marketing services (the “Services”).

By accessing our Website and using our Services, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Website or Services.

Interpretation and Definitions

In this Privacy Policy, the following terms have the meanings defined below:

  • Company, “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to HS Digital Marketing, located in Canada.
  • Service(s) refers to the Website and the digital marketing services offered by HS Digital Marketing.
  • Website refers to https://hsdigimarket.ca/
  • You or User refers to any individual or entity accessing or using our Service.
  • Personal Information means any information about an identifiable individual. This can include information that, alone or in combination, can be used to identify an individual.
  • Usage Data is data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (for example, the duration of a page visit).
  • Cookies are small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses.
  • Third-Party Services refers to external websites or services we use for analytics, marketing, or payment processing.

Information We Collect

We collect Personal Information to provide and enhance our Services. The types of information we may collect include:

  • Information You Provide Directly:
    • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
    • Business Information: Company name, job title, industry.
    • Project Details: Information related to your digital marketing goals, strategies, and other project-related data you share with us.
    • Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us through our forms, email, or phone, including any inquiries, feedback, or customer service requests.
  • Information Collected Automatically:
    • Usage Data: Your IP address, browser type, browser version, device identifiers, operating system, pages visited, time and date of visits, time spent on pages, referring URLs and other usage statistics.
    • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior on our Website. (See Section 5 below for more details.)
  • Information From Third-Party Services:
    • If you interact with us through Third-Party Services (like social media), we may collect information that you have made public on those services. This may include your name, profile picture, and any public posts related to HS Digital Marketing.
  • Social Media Interactions: If you choose to connect with us or share content through social media platforms, we may access information according to your social media settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use your Personal Information for a variety of purposes, including:

  • Providing and Managing Our Services:
    • To deliver the digital marketing services you have requested.
    • To manage your account, projects and communication with us.
    • To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries.
  • Communication:
    • To contact you about your projects, updates, and other important information.
    • To send you newsletters, marketing materials, special offers, and promotional content, where you have opted in to receive such communications.
  • Improving Our Services:
    • To analyze Website usage and identify areas for improvement.
    • To personalize your experience on our Website.
    • To troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Legal Compliance:
    • To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.
    • To protect our rights and defend against claims.
  • Other Business Purposes:
    • For data analysis, identifying usage trends, and to improve our marketing efforts.
    • For business transfers such as mergers, acquisitions, or sale of assets (with appropriate notice).
  • Personalization: To tailor content and marketing to your specific interests.

How We Share Your Information

We may share your Personal Information with the following parties:

  • Service Providers: We engage third-party service providers to assist us in delivering and improving our Services. These may include:
    • Website hosting and maintenance providers.
    • Analytics and tracking tools.
    • Email marketing service providers.
    • Payment processing providers.
    • CRM and communication platforms.
  • Business Partners: We may share information with business partners who assist us in providing our services, such as collaborative marketing platforms.
  • Affiliates: We may share information with companies that are controlled by, or under common control with, HS Digital Marketing.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or legal process, we may disclose your information to government agencies, courts, or other legal authorities.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity.
  • With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you have explicitly given us your consent to do so.

We only share the information that is necessary for these purposes and require our Service Providers to protect your data with appropriate security safeguards.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and gather information about your activity on our Website.

  • Types of Cookies:
    • Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality, such as navigation, account access, and security measures.
    • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Website, so we can improve its design and performance (e.g. Google Analytics).
    • Functionality Cookies: Allow us to remember your preferences, such as language settings.
    • Marketing Cookies: Used to personalize advertising campaigns and track the effectiveness of our promotions.
  • Control Over Cookies:
    • You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. You can choose to disable all or some cookies or set your browser to alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the performance and functionality of the Website.
    • You may also be able to manage cookies through specific third-party tools.

Data Retention

We will retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to comply with legal and regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. We will securely delete or anonymize Personal Information that is no longer needed.

Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your Personal Information:

  • Access: You have the right to request access to your Personal Information that we hold.
  • Rectification: You have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information we have about you.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In certain circumstances, you have the right to request the deletion of your Personal Information.
  • Restriction: You may have the right to request a limitation of our processing of your Personal Information.
  • Objection: You have the right to object to certain processing of your data, including marketing communications.
  • Data Portability: You have the right to receive your Personal Information in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format, and to transmit your Personal Information to another data controller.
  • Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your Personal Information, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
  • Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if you are concerned about our practices.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email address]. We will respond to your request as required by law. Please note that we may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Security of Your Personal Information

We take the security of your Personal Information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Data encryption and anonymization where appropriate.
  • Regular security assessments and updates.
  • Access controls and limited access to personal information.
  • Employee training on data privacy best practices.

Please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your Personal Information may be transferred to, and stored and processed in, countries outside of your country of residence. We will take all reasonable steps to ensure your Personal Information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy. When transferring data internationally we will implement safeguards to ensure data protection and security.

Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under the age of 16. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with Personal Information without your consent, please contact us immediately.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our Website and updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of the document. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed of our privacy practices. Your continued use of our Services following the posting of any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Company: HS Digital Marketing
Email: [email protected]
Our offices are located in:

  • Brampton, Canada
  • New York, USA
  • Sheffield, United Kingdom

 

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: