Privacy Policy

🛡️ Bottom line: We don't sell your data. We're committed to protecting your privacy under Canadian law.

Canadian Compliance

This policy complies with:

• PIPEDA - Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
• CASL - Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation

Under CASL, we require your explicit consent before sending any commercial electronic messages. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Introduction

Central Alberta Markets ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our farmers market app and website located at centralalbertamarkets.com.

Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address and name when you register
• Password (encrypted with bcrypt, never stored in plain text)
• Subscription status for premium features
• Vendor application details (if you apply)

Location Data

• Used to show nearby farmers markets
• Optional - you can disable location in your device settings
• We never share your precise location with third parties

Usage Information

• App opens and feature usage (for improving the app)
• Error logs (to fix bugs and issues)
• Preferences and settings you choose

Payment Processing - Stripe

We use Stripe for all payment processing. When you subscribe to our premium service:

• We never store your credit card details on our servers
• All payment information is handled directly by Stripe
• Stripe is PCI-DSS compliant (industry standard for payment security)
• We only receive confirmation that payment was successful
• Your payment history is stored by Stripe, not by us

Your payment data is 100% handled by Stripe. We never see your card details.

How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain our app services
• Send you market alerts and updates (only if you opt in, per CASL)
• Process subscription payments
• Improve our app based on usage patterns
• Respond to your support requests

Data Sharing - We Don't Sell Data

We never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information only in these limited cases:

• Service providers: Stripe (payments), hosting providers (infrastructure)
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfer: If we're acquired, your data may transfer to the new owner

Data Security

• All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) on all pages
• Passwords are hashed with bcrypt, never stored in plain text
• Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only
• Regular security updates and monitoring

Your Rights Under PIPEDA

Under Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing emails at any time (CASL)
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, email us at centralalbertaafterdarkads@gmail.com

Cookies

Our website uses minimal cookies for:

• Keeping you logged in
• Remembering your preferences
• Essential site functionality

For full details, see our Cookie Policy.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Contact Us

Questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights? We're here to help!

centralalbertaafterdarkads@gmail.com

For more information about PIPEDA, visit the federal government's privacy website.