1. Introduction & Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to the website storyfoundrypulsae.garden (referred to as the "Site" or "Directory"), published under the brand name Storyfoundrypulsae. This document outlines how we collect, store, secure, and manage user details when you visit this website, read our resort factsheets, or reach out to our editorial desk via our contact channels.
We are fully committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy regulations, including the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial privacy legislations such as British Columbia's PIPA and Alberta's PIPA.
2. Core Data Minimization & Collection Principles
As an independent travel directory, we strongly believe in the principle of data minimization. We only collect the minimal amount of data necessary to provide a functional and informative user experience:
- Inquiry & Feedback Details: If you use our contact forms, we collect your full name, email address, associated property (if applicable), and the written details of your inquiry. This information is used solely to respond to your queries, verify corrections, and update our factsheets.
- Server Log Information: Like most online resources, our web servers automatically log basic information about your connection. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, date and time stamps, and basic clickstream data. We do not link this metadata to any individual user identity.
- Analytical Cookies: We utilize non-intrusive cookie scripts to evaluate website traffic patterns, provincial-level geographic locations, and aggregate viewport scales. Please see our Cookie Policy for detailed management instructions.
3. Purpose of Processing & Data Retention
We process collected data under strict legal and operational bases. Your data is never sold, leased, traded, or shared with third-party marketers. We process your data for the following specific purposes:
- To maintain, audit, and improve the quality and accuracy of the Canada Hotel Resort Atlas.
- To address directory corrections, updates, and complaints raised by travelers or official property representatives.
- To identify and mitigate technical bugs, coordinate security enhancements, and block malicious traffic.
Retention Period: Contact logs and resolved feedback sheets are stored in our secure database for up to 180 days to facilitate continuous quality auditing, after which they are permanently purged. Basic, anonymized analytical logs are retained for aggregate seasonal reporting for up to 12 months.
4. Safeguards & Information Security
Storyfoundrypulsae employs high-grade industry-standard physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard our digital directories. All data transmissions are encrypted using standard Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) / Transport Layer Security (TLS 1.3) protocols. Access to incoming contact forms is restricted to authorized editorial administrators who are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
While we apply rigorous standards, no transmission over the internet or storage method can be guaranteed as 100% secure. We encourage users to practice caution when transmitting sensitive travel documents or confidential personal files.
5. Children & Age-Appropriate Usage
The Canada Hotel Resort Atlas details premium resort environments that may feature adult-only amenities, such as integrated casino floors and luxury lounges. As a result, our Site is not designed for or targeted to individuals under the legal age of majority in their respective provinces (18 or 19 years of age). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover that a minor has submitted personal information through our contact portal, we will delete it immediately from our servers.
6. International Data Transfers
Because our hosting servers and content delivery networks (CDNs) may be situated globally, the data you transmit via our contact portal might be processed or stored outside of Canada. Please note that data protection laws in foreign jurisdictions may differ from those in your home province. By using this Site, you consent to any necessary international data transfers required to deliver our web directories.
7. Your Legal Rights & Data Inquiries
Under Canadian privacy guidelines, you have distinct rights regarding any personal details we might hold about you. You may request access to, correction of, or complete deletion of your records from our contact logs. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please submit an inquiry through our Contact Page. We will review and fulfill verified requests within 30 business days, free of charge.