Privacy Policy for Ironwood Escapes

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Your privacy is fundamental to our commitment to providing exceptional heritage experiences.

At Ironwood Escapes, we recognize the importance of safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy details our practices concerning the collection, use, and protection of your data, ensuring transparency and control throughout your journey with us. We are dedicated to maintaining the trust you place in us as we bring industrial history to life.

Effective Date: October 26, 2023

Last Revised: October 26, 2023

This policy applies to all services offered by Ironwood Escapes, whether accessed online, via mobile, by phone, or in person. Our data handling practices comply with Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and align with international privacy standards, ensuring your data is protected regardless of where you are. For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] or call us at (705) 555-0187.

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Information We Collect and How We Use It

At Ironwood Escapes, the information we collect is essential for delivering the enriching historical experiences you expect. We collect data responsibly and transparently.

Personal Information

When you book a tour, register for an event, or sign up for our newsletter, we collect personal details like your name, address, email, and phone number. This information is vital for processing your reservations, sending confirmations, and providing customer support.

  • Booking & Registration: Names, contact details, participant lists.
  • Communications: Email addresses for newsletters and service updates.
  • Preferences: Dietary restrictions, accessibility needs for personalized experiences.

Payment & Behavioral Data

For secure transactions, we collect payment information. We also gather anonymized data on how you interact with our website to enhance your user experience.

  • Payment Data: Credit card details (processed securely by third-party PCI-compliant providers), billing address.
  • Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site for analytics.
  • Marketing Preferences: Your choices regarding receiving promotional materials.

How Your Information is Used and Shared

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We use and share your information only to enhance your experience and uphold our legal obligations.

Your information is primarily used to deliver our exceptional services, and only shared when necessary for operational purposes or legal compliance, always with your privacy as a priority.

  • Internal Use & Service Delivery

    We use your details to manage your bookings, confirm arrangements, provide customer support, and personalize your tour experience. This includes tailoring itineraries to your interests or accommodating specific needs identified during booking.

  • Sharing with Trusted Heritage Partners

    To provide comprehensive experiences, we may share essential information with our carefully vetted partners, such as heritage site operators, specialized guides, and heritage accommodation providers. This sharing is strictly limited to what is necessary for service fulfillment (e.g., sharing your name for a reservation at a heritage hotel or specific dietary needs with a period-inspired culinary tour provider). All partners are contractually bound to protect your data.

  • Marketing Communications

    With your explicit consent, we may use your contact information to inform you about new tours, educational programs, or special offers that align with your interests in industrial heritage. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.

  • Legal Requirements & Disclosures

    We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or others.

Data Security and Protection Measures

Protecting your data is paramount. We employ a multi-layered approach to ensure the security and integrity of your personal information.

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Encryption & Secure Transmission

All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is secured using SSL/TLS encryption. Payment processing is handled by PCI-compliant third-party services, ensuring your financial details are never stored directly on our servers.

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Access Controls & Authentication

Access to personal data is strictly limited to authorized personnel who require it to perform their duties. We implement strong authentication measures, including multi-factor authentication where appropriate, to prevent unauthorized access.

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Server Security & Backups

Our servers are hosted in secure data centers with physical and environmental controls. We maintain robust firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular data backups to safeguard against data loss or unauthorized intrusion.

All Ironwood Escapes employees undergo regular training on data protection best practices and are bound by confidentiality agreements, reinforcing our commitment to your privacy.

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

You have inherent rights regarding your personal information. Ironwood Escapes is committed to empowering you with control over your data.

  • Access & Correction

    You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections to any inaccuracies. Please contact us via email at [email protected] to initiate this process.

  • Opt-Out of Marketing

    You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

  • Data Deletion & Account Closure

    You may request the deletion of your personal data or the closure of your account, subject to certain legal obligations to retain records. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

  • Data Portability

    Where applicable and technically feasible, you have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and support our marketing efforts. This helps us to curate more relevant historical content and improve our services.

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We use cookies responsibly to enhance your experience and understand site usage, in line with privacy standards.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, allowing you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

International Data Transfers and Storage

As a Canadian-based company serving an international audience, your data may be processed and stored outside of Canada. We ensure that any international transfers comply with stringent data protection standards.

Our primary servers are located in Canada. However, some data processing, particularly by third-party service providers (e.g., cloud platforms, analytics tools), may occur in other jurisdictions. When this happens, we implement robust safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or rely on the recipient country's adequacy decisions to ensure an equivalent level of data protection as in Canada.

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Ensuring your data's security, wherever its journey takes it.

We meticulously vet all international partners and suppliers to ensure they adhere to data protection regulations comparable to Canadian standards. This includes partners involved in accommodation bookings and specialized tour components in specific regions. We commit to transparency regarding cross-border data sharing, and you may request further details on specific transfer mechanisms by contacting our Data Protection Officer.

Your consent to this privacy policy constitutes your agreement to such international transfers and storage of your personal information.

Privacy Policy Changes and Notifications

Our privacy commitments are dynamic, evolving with technology and regulatory updates. We ensure you are always informed of significant changes.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or new services. When significant changes are made, we will notify you through prominent notices on our website and, where appropriate, via email to registered users. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgement of the updated policy. We maintain an archive of previous policy versions for transparency, which can be provided upon request. We also value your feedback on our privacy practices and invite you to contact us with any questions or suggestions.

Trust in Your Privacy Protection

At Ironwood Escapes, your journey through history is safe with us.

Contact Our Privacy Officer