Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
The Kawartha Store ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates thekawarthastore.ca (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website dedicated to Interac Casino Canada content and affiliate services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers when you access our Website.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track your browsing behavior and preferences.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Website, including pages visited, time spent, links clicked, and referral sources.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To analyze Website traffic and user behavior through analytics services;
- To track affiliate conversions and commissions from casino partners;
- To improve Website functionality, content, and user experience;
- To send newsletters, promotional materials, and updates (with your consent);
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity;
- To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.
3. Cookie Policy
Our Website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to measure Website performance and improve content.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Enable us to track conversions and affiliate commissions from casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Support advertising efforts and retargeting campaigns.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect Website functionality. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
4. Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. When you click on links to third-party websites, you leave our Website and are subject to their privacy policies and terms of service.
We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of all third-party websites before providing any personal information or engaging in transactions.
5. Your Rights
As a resident of Canada, you have rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal restrictions.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" or contacting us directly.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: You may file a complaint with the applicable Canadian privacy regulator if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typically:
- Personal information submitted through forms is retained for up to 3 years or until you request deletion.
- Analytics and usage data are retained for up to 2 years.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with affiliate program requirements, typically 90 days to 2 years.
- Cookie data expires based on the cookie's set lifespan.
You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Privacy Inquiry Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
Changes to This Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Website following changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Last Updated: January 1, 2026