Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Our Commitment to Privacy
The Scute Digital Safety Society ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Contact Information: Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
- Communications: Any messages you send us through our contact form
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Anonymous usage statistics
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you our newsletter (if you subscribed)
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve our website and content
- Analyze usage patterns to better serve our audience
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website (e.g., email newsletter service)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address will be shared with our newsletter provider (Buttondown). You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any newsletter email.
Cookies
Our website uses minimal cookies necessary for basic functionality. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@scute.ca
- Contact form: scute.ca/contact