At GMB Dance, we are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information in compliance with Canadian privacy laws. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use and disclose it, and the measures we take to safeguard it.

1. Information We Collect

When you engage with GMB Dance and make payments through Stripe, our payment service provider, we may collect the following information:

Contact Information: Such as your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
Payment Information: Credit card or bank account details (processed securely by Stripe, with limited access to certain payment details on our end).
Transaction Details: Information about purchases, including date, amount, and description of services or products.
Device and Usage Information: IP address, browser type, access times, and any other details are automatically collected when you use our services to support security and analytics.

2. Purpose of Collection

Your personal information is collected to:

Facilitate payment processing and manage transactions securely.
Provide customer support, including responding to inquiries or requests.
Communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, and other relevant information about GMB Dance.
Improve our services and ensure a seamless experience on our website and other digital platforms.

3. Consent

We will only collect, use, or disclose your personal information with your consent, except where otherwise permitted by law. By engaging with GMB Dance, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, though this may affect your ability to use certain services.

4. Information Disclosure

Your personal information will only be shared in the following ways:

With Stripe: Stripe handles your payment information, which adheres to stringent security and privacy standards. GMB Dance does not store your full payment information. You can review Stripe’s Privacy Policy for more details.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information as required by law, including to comply with regulatory requirements or respond to legal processes.
Service Providers: We trust third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business, provided they comply with confidentiality and data protection requirements.

5. Security Practices

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

Using Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor, for secure transactions.
Storing minimal personal information and securing any data with encryption and access control measures.
Conducting regular reviews of our security practices to address emerging risks and vulnerabilities.

6. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When no longer needed, your personal information will be securely disposed of or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:

Access your personal information held by us.
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
Withdraw consent for certain uses and disclosures of your information (subject to legal obligations).
Lodge a complaint if you believe we have not handled your information in compliance with PIPEDA.

For questions, requests, or concerns, please reach out to us using the contact details below.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Any updates will be effective upon posting.

Contact Information

For questions or requests regarding your personal information, please contact us:

support@gmbdancer.com