collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users
(each, a “User”) of the https://thebusybaker.ca website (“Site”).
Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a
variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our
site, register on the site, fill out a form, respond to a survey, and in
connection with other activities, services, features or resources we
make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, email
addresses. Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will
collect personal identification information from Users only if they
voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to
supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent
them from engaging in certain Site related activities.
We will never, under any circumstances, share a User’s personal data with anyone.
Log Files
Like many other Web sites, thebusybaker.ca uses log files. These files merely log visitors to the site – this is a standard procedure for hosting companies and a part of our hosting services’s analytics. The information inside the log files includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time, referring/exit pages, and the number of clicks. This information is used to analyze trends, administer the site, track user’s movement around the site, and gather demographic information. IP addresses, and other such information are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable and this information is only used to provide great content for our Users.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users
whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification
information may include the browser name, the type of computer and
technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such
as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and
other similar information.
Web browser cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web
browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes
and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set
their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are
being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not
function properly.
DoubleClick DART Cookie
Google, as a third party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on thebusybaker.ca.
Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our site’s visitors based upon their visit to thebusybaker.ca and other sites on the Internet.
Users may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy at the following URL – http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html
How we use collected information
The Busy Baker may collect and use Users personal information for the following purposes:
- To run and operate our Site
We may need your information display content on the Site correctly. - To personalize user experience
We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users
as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site. - To send periodic emails, ONLY to Users who subscribe to our newsletter (and they may unsubscribe at any time).
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing
practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access,
alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information,
username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification
information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic
information not linked to any personal identification information
regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted
affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use
third party service providers to help us operate our business and the
Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out
newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third
parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your
permission.
Electronic newsletters
If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive
emails that may include company news, updates, related product or
service information, etc. We may use third party service providers to
help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on
our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share
your information with these third parties for those limited purposes
provided that you have given us your permission.
Third party websites
Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to
the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers,
sponsors, licencors and other third parties. We do not control the
content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for
the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site. In
addition, these sites or services, including their content and links,
may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own
privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction
on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site,
is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.
Advertising
Ads appearing on our site may be delivered to Users by advertising
partners, who may set cookies. These cookies allow the ad server to
recognize your computer each time they send you an online advertisement
to compile non personal identification information about you or others
who use your computer. This information allows ad networks to, among
other things, deliver targeted advertisements that they believe will be
of most interest to you. This privacy policy does not cover the use of
cookies by any advertisers.
Some of the ads may be served by Google. Google’s use of the DART
cookie enables it to serve ads to Users based on their visit to our Site
and other sites on the Internet. DART uses “non personally identifiable
information” and does NOT track personal information about you, such as
your name, email address, physical address, etc. You may opt out of the
use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network
privacy policy at http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html
These third-party ad servers or ad networks use technology in their respective advertisements and links that appear on thebusybaker.ca and which are sent directly to your browser. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs. Other technologies (such as cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons) may also be used by our site’s third-party ad networks to measure the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and/or to personalize the advertising content that you see on the site.
Advertising Statement
This Site is affiliated with CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a CafeMedia (“CafeMedia”) for the purposes of placing advertising on the Site, and CafeMedia will collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. To learn more about CafeMedia’s data usage, click here: www.cafemedia.com/publisher-advertising-privacy-policy
Compliance with children’s online privacy protection act
Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For
that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Site from
those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is
structured to attract anyone under 13.
Changes to this privacy policy
The Busy Baker has the discretion to update this privacy policy at
any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of
this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any
changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the
personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is
your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and
become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If
you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your
continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this
policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of
this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at chrissie@thebusybaker.ca.
Last updated on February 20, 2023