Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Ridgeberry ("we", "us") collects, uses, and handles information in connection with the ridgeberry.org website. By using this site you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit ridgeberry.org, our web server logs standard access data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and time of visit. This information is retained for up to 90 days and used solely to understand aggregate traffic patterns and diagnose server errors.
Information You Provide
If you use the contact form on this site, we collect your name, phone number, and email address along with the content of your message. This information is used to respond to your inquiry and is not shared with third parties or used for marketing purposes.
Cookies and Local Storage
This site uses browser local storage to remember your cookie consent preference. No third-party tracking cookies are set. No advertising networks operate on this site. The local storage key used is rb_cookie_consent and it stores only your accept or reject response.
How We Use Information
- To respond to contact form submissions
- To monitor and maintain server performance
- To understand which pages are accessed most frequently
We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for commercial purposes.
External Links
This site contains links to external websites, including government databases, scientific institutions, and conservation organizations. These links are provided for reference only. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Data Retention
Server access logs are retained for up to 90 days. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months after the matter is resolved, then permanently deleted.
Your Rights
You have the right to request access to any personal information we hold about you, and to request its deletion. To make such a request, contact us at editorial@ridgeberry.org.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, the effective date at the top of this page will be revised. Continued use of the site after any revision constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Ridgeberry
1200 Bay Street, Suite 800
Toronto, Ontario M5R 2A5
Canada
editorial@ridgeberry.org
+1 (416) 555-0182