Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/06/2025

Company Name: CanDirect

Applies to: All CanDirect websites, directories, and associated services.

At CanDirect, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our websites and interact with our services, including advertisements, affiliate links, and donation features.


1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact information (e.g., name, email) via contact forms or support inquiries.

  • Donation-related data (e.g., name, amount, optional message) when you choose to donate.

  • Feedback, reviews, or comments you submit.

b. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address, browser type, device information, referring URLs, and usage data.

  • Cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality and performance.

c. Third-Party Data Collection

  • Advertising Partners may use cookies and similar tracking tools to deliver personalized ads based on your interests and browsing behavior.

  • Affiliate Programs may track clicks and conversions to attribute commissions to CanDirect.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and improve our websites and directories.

  • Respond to inquiries and feedback.

  • Personalize user experience and content.

  • Support website upkeep, maintenance, and expansion (including new directories).

  • Generate income through ads, affiliate partnerships, and donations.

  • Monitor and analyze usage and traffic patterns for internal analytics.


3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share information with:

  • Service Providers who assist with website hosting, analytics, email services, or donation processing.

  • Affiliate Networks to track referrals and attribute purchases.

  • Advertising Platforms that display ads and collect data under their own privacy policies.

  • Legal Authorities, when required by law or to protect our rights.


4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

CanDirect websites use cookies to:

  • Store user preferences.

  • Analyze traffic and user behavior.

  • Enable third-party ad and affiliate services.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect site functionality.


5. Third-Party Links

Our websites contain links to third-party sites, including affiliate partners and donation platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.


6. Data Storage and Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. However, no transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of the updated policy.