Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Privacy Policy & Terms of use

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 16th, 2025

At Mad River Folk, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, located at https://madriverfolk.ca/, which is powered by WordPress.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website or interact with our content, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information:

  • Name
  • Email address (if you contact us through the website)
  • Any other personal information you voluntarily provide through comments, contact forms, or other interactions on the site.

Non-Personal Information:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • IP Address
  • Geographical location (if applicable)
  • Pages viewed on the site
  • Referring websites and search items

This information is collected automatically using cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and improve our website and services
  • To personalize your experience on our site
  • To respond to your inquiries or comments
  • To analyze website performance and user behaviour (using tools like Google Analytics)
  • To protect the security and integrity of our site

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookie to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic, remember your preferences, and improve site performance. You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies, but this may impact your ability to use some features of the site.

We may also use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect non-personal information about your interaction with our website. These tools help us analyze trends, track user behaviour, and improve our site content.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and have implemented reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights and Choices

As a user of our website, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request updates or corrections to your personal information.
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Opt-Out: If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails or newsletter, you can unsubscribe at any time by following the link at the bottom of the email.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the contact submission page.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under the age of 16, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we update the policy, we will post the revised version on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us here, on the contact page of Mad River Folk.

Terms & Conditions

By this using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by following terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the site.

Use of Website

By accessing and using Mad River Folk (the “Site”), you agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and Condition. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Site complies with all applicable local, nation, and international laws.

Content

All content on this Site, including but not limited to articles, blog posts, images, videos, and graphics (collectively, the “Content”), is the property of Mad River Folk, unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works based on the Content without explicit permission from the Site owners, unless the Content is clearly marked as available for reuse (e.g., under a Creative Commons licence).

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial use only.

User-Generated Content

By submitting comments, suggestions, or any other content (collectively, “User Content”) to Mad River Folk, you grant Mad River Folk a worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable licence to use, display, edit, publish, and distribute your User Content in any media, including on the Site and social media platforms.

You are responsible for the User Content you submit and must ensure that it does not violate any third-party right or any applicable laws. Mad River Folk reserves the right to remove any User Content as its sole discretion, particularly if it is deemed offensive, illegal, or otherwise inappropriate.

Links to External Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We do not have control over and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. By clicking on these links, you acknowledge that we are not responsible for the availability or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Content on Mad River Folk is provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties or representations, express or implied, including but not limited to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Content. We do not guarantee that the Site will be free from the errors, interruptions, or viruses. You acknowledge that your use of the Site is at your own risk, and we are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mad River Folk and its affiliates, partners, or content providers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site or its content. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data, loss of revenue, or any other damages resulting from interruptions or errors on the Site.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mad River Folk and its affiliates, partners, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your violation of these Terms, your misuse of the Site, or any content you submit to the Site.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles. By using the Site, you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of courts located in Canada for any legal action or dispute related to these Terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, all rights and obligations under these Terms will cease except for those that by their nature survive termination (e.g., indemnification).

Changes to These Terms and Conditions

Mad River Folk reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to periodically review these Terms to stay informed about any changes. Your continued use of the Site after such changes signifies your acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us here, on the contact page of Mad River Folk.