1. Introduction

The Engine Room (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you create an account with us. By signing up, you agree to the terms outlined below.

This policy complies with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for U.S. residents. If you access our services from outside North America, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in Canada and other regions where we operate.

2. Information We Collect

When you create an account, we may collect the following information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other details you provide.

Account Credentials: Username and password (encrypted for security).

Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform, including pages visited, preferences, and engagement with content.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide access to exclusive insights, articles, and content.

Improve our website, services, and user experience.

Send important updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (you can opt out at any time).

Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Security

We take industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption and secure storage. However, no system is completely immune to security risks, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in the following cases:

Service Providers: We may use third-party providers (e.g., email platforms, website analytics tools) that process data under strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your data to regulatory authorities.

6. International Data Transfers

As an international organization, your data may be stored or processed in Canada, the U.S., or other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate. We take necessary steps to ensure your information remains protected according to this policy and applicable laws.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but this may affect site functionality.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal data.

Opt out of marketing communications.

Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@theengineroom.ca.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our website.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at info@theengineroom.ca.