Introduction
Sitetractor.ca (“Site”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its members. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed when using Sitetractor.ca, which is a strict member site operated from Canada.
What Data We Collect
- Registration details: Members must provide name, email address, and other account credentials for site access.
- Group messaging content: Messages and group posts are visible only to registered members in the same group and controlled as per site rules.
- Visitor data for public pages: When browsing public-facing pages, standard usage metrics (such as IP address, device type) may be logged for security and site improvement.
- Comments: Comments or feedback submitted may be subject to spam detection.
Why We Collect Data
- To administer member accounts and provide secure site access.
- To enable group messaging and maintain strict privacy controls within groups.
- To improve site performance and protect against misuse or fraud.
- To satisfy any legal, security, or administrative obligations.
How Posts and Messaging Work
Posts and messages are strictly visible only to registered users and within member groups. Public pages are informational only and cannot be created by members. All messaging is tightly controlled; group discussions do not leak outside respective groups.
Who We Share Data With
- Sitetractor.ca does not sell personal data to any third party and has no advertisers.
- Personal data is shared only if required by law, for security, or enforcement of site policies.
- Visitor comments may be checked via automated spam detection, but information is not disclosed further.
How Long We Retain Data
Personal data supplied during registration and group participation is retained as long as the account remains active, or as required for legal or security purposes. Erasure requests are honoured except where data must be kept for compliance reasons.
Your Rights
Members may:
- Request a copy of their personal data held by Sitetractor.ca.
- Request to amend, correct, or erase their personal information (excluding data retained for admin, legal, or security reasons).
Where We Send Your Data
- Visitor comments may be checked by automated spam detection services for security.
Your Contact Information
To request information, make corrections, or raise privacy concerns, contact: admin@sitetractor.ca.
Additional Information
How We Protect Your Data
- Access controls restrict data visibility strictly to registered users and within their respective groups.
- Data is stored securely; passwords are encrypted, and regular security auditing is performed.
- Messaging and posts are only accessible to authorized users, as designed by the platform.
Data Breach Procedures
- If data breach occurs, affected members will be notified promptly.
- Steps include containment, assessment, fix, and cooperation with authorities as required by Canadian law.
Third-Party Data
- Sitetractor.ca does not receive data from third parties except for automated spam detection services.
- No data exchange occurs with advertisers or external marketing organizations.
Automated Decision Making / Profiling
- No automated decision-making or user profiling is conducted for advertising, marketing, or sales purposes.
- Site automation is limited to security, spam control, and operational enhancements.
Industry Regulatory Disclosure
Sitetractor.ca complies with applicable Canadian privacy laws, notably the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Additional disclosures will be provided to members as required by regulatory changes or investigations.