Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") applies to shirleydouglas.ca (the "Website") and explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information. Please read this Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use this Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms on our Website, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address is automatically collected when you visit our Website.
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience (see Cookie Policy section below).
• Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with the Website, including pages visited, time spent, clicks, and referral sources.
• Device Information: We may collect device type, operating system, browser type, and other technical data.

2. How We Use Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Analytics: To analyze Website traffic, user behavior, and performance metrics to understand how visitors use our site.
• Affiliate Tracking: To track clicks, referrals, and conversions related to casino and gambling affiliate partnerships, and to process affiliate commissions.
• Site Improvement: To optimize Website functionality, content, design, and user experience.
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters (with consent), and provide customer support.
• Marketing: To deliver targeted advertising and promotional content (where legally permissible).
• Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

3. Cookie Policy

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality and security.
• Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and Website performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor clicks and referrals to affiliate casino partners.
• Marketing Cookies: Enable retargeting and personalized advertising.

Cookie Opt-Out Options:

• You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
• Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
• You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality and your user experience.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and affiliate partners. This Policy applies only to shirleydouglas.ca. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites linked from our site.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of all third-party operators before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

5. Your Rights

As a resident of Canada, you may have certain privacy rights, including:

• Right to Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations and legitimate business purposes).
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and certain data collection practices.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

Please note: If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR may apply. If you are located in California, USA, the CCPA may apply. Please contact us for jurisdiction-specific information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Generally:

• Contact information is retained for up to 3 years after last interaction.
• Analytics and usage data are retained for up to 26 months.
• Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with affiliate program agreements and tax requirements.
• You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@shirleydouglass.ca
Website: shirleydouglas.ca

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the appropriate Canadian privacy authority in your province.

This Privacy Policy is current as of January 1, 2026, and may be updated at any time. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically for changes. Continued use of the Website following notice of modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.