Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 14, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how PlacesNB ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares your information when you use our website (placesnb.ca) and any related services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not access or use our Services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and password.
• Profile Information: You may provide additional information for your profile such as your name, location, and profile picture.
• User Content: Information you provide through our Services, including reviews, ratings, comments, and favorite places.
• Communications: When you contact us directly, we may collect information such as your name, email address, and the contents of your message.

Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Information: We collect information about your interactions with our Services, such as the pages you view, the links you click, and the searches you conduct.
• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our Services, including the hardware model, operating system and version, browser type, and mobile network information.
• Location Information: With your permission, we may collect information about your precise location to provide location-based services.
• Log Information: We collect log information when you use our Services, including your IP address, browser type, access times, pages viewed, and the page you visited before navigating to our Services.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• Create and maintain your account
• Process transactions and send related information
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Communicate with you about products, services, offers, and events
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our Services
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
• Personalize your experience by providing content and features that match your interests

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public Information: Any information that you post publicly on our Services, such as reviews and comments, will be available to other users.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information when you give us permission to do so.
• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who need access to your information to perform services for us.
• Legal Requirements: We may share your information if we believe it is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, such as a court order or valid legal request.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmitting or storing data is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request that we correct any inaccurate personal information
• Request that we delete your personal information
• Object to the processing of your personal information
• Request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@placesnb.ca.

Cookies Policy

Our Services use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences. These technologies help us analyze website traffic, personalize content, and improve your experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our Services may not function properly.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: