Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
Katharine Geddes ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates katharinegeddes.ca (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, including all associated features, applications, and services offered through the site.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website. By accessing and using katharinegeddes.ca, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number when you voluntarily submit contact forms or sign up for newsletters.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referral sources, and other browsing behavior.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Website and user experience.
- To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and trends through analytics services.
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions from online gambling and betting platforms.
- To send promotional materials, newsletters, and updates (with your consent).
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To detect and prevent fraud, security breaches, and unauthorized access.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and improve functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to measure site performance and improve content.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner gambling and betting sites to calculate commissions.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and remarketing campaigns.
Opting Out: You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality. You may also opt out of third-party analytics through their respective platforms (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out extension).
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, sportsbooks, and affiliate gambling platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security standards, or content of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website before providing personal information or engaging in online betting.
Your interactions with linked gambling platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms of service. We do not control these third parties and assume no responsibility for their data practices.
Your Rights
As a resident of Canada, you have the following privacy rights:
- Right to Access: You have the right to request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
- Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of affiliate tracking and targeted advertising.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@katharinegeddes.ca with your request and verification information.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by Canadian law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and its use:
- Contact information from inquiries is retained for one year unless you request deletion.
- Analytics and usage data is typically retained for 12-24 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration required to calculate and process commissions (typically 90 days to 2 years).
- Marketing consent records are retained until you withdraw consent.
After the retention period expires, we securely delete or anonymize your information unless longer retention is required by applicable law.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@katharinegeddes.ca
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days or as required by applicable Canadian privacy legislation.
Last Updated: January 2026