Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2024

DataAlpha Arisf ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social news platform and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our platform:

Personal Information

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number)
• Account credentials and profile information
• Payment information for premium services
• Communication preferences and settings

Usage Data

• IP addresses and device information
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on the platform and interaction patterns

Content Data

• Stories and articles you submit or engage with
• Comments, ratings, and social interactions
• Preferences and saved content
• Community contributions and feedback

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various business purposes:

Platform Operation

• Providing and maintaining our social news services
• Personalizing your news feed and content recommendations
• Processing transactions and managing accounts
• Enabling community features and social interactions

Communication

• Sending important updates and service announcements
• Responding to inquiries and providing support
• Sending newsletters and promotional content (with consent)
• Facilitating community discussions and notifications

Improvement and Analytics

• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Developing new features and services
• Conducting research and data analysis
• Monitoring platform performance and security

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

• Third-party vendors who assist in platform operation
• Payment processors for subscription services
• Analytics and marketing service providers
• Cloud storage and infrastructure partners

Legal Requirements

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• In connection with business transfers or mergers
• To prevent fraud or security issues

Community Features

• Public profile information with your consent
• Story submissions and community contributions
• Social interactions and engagement metrics
• Anonymous, aggregated data for research

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

Security Measures

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

Data Retention

• We retain personal information only as long as necessary
• Different retention periods for various data types
• Regular review and deletion of outdated information
• Backup and archival processes with limited access

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Control

• Access to your personal information we hold
• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion of your personal information
• Objection to certain processing activities

Communication Preferences

• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Control over notification settings
• Preferences for content recommendations
• Choice in data sharing for analytics

Account Management

• Update profile information and preferences
• Download your data in portable format
• Deactivate or delete your account
• Manage connected services and integrations

6. International Data Transfers

As a Canadian company serving users worldwide, we may transfer and process your information:

Cross-Border Transfers

• Data may be processed outside your country of residence
• We ensure adequate protection for international transfers
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws
• Use of standard contractual clauses where required

7. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age:

Age Restrictions

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
• Parents or guardians must consent for minor users
• Age verification mechanisms for certain features
• Procedures for handling inadvertent collection

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time:

Policy Updates

• Notification of material changes to the policy
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes
• Archive of previous policy versions available
• Opportunity to review changes before they take effect

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Data Protection Officer

• Email: privacy@dataalphaarisf.info
• Phone: +1 4377320899
• Address: 123 King Street West, Suite 500, Toronto, ON M5X 1E9, Canada
• Response time: Within 30 days for privacy inquiries

10. Canadian Privacy Law Compliance

We comply with Canadian privacy laws including PIPEDA:

Legal Compliance

• Adherence to PIPEDA principles and requirements
• Respect for individual privacy rights
• Transparency in data handling practices
• Accountability for data protection