Privacy and Cookie Policy

Novatize is committed to confidentiality and respect for privacy

Applicable Laws

This policy complies with the laws set out in the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). For residents of EU countries, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) governs all data protection policies, regardless of where the site is located. This privacy policy aims to comply with the GDPR. In the event of any inconsistency between this policy and the GDPR, the GDPR shall apply. For residents of the State of California, this privacy policy aims to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). In the event of any inconsistency between this policy and the CCPA, state legislation shall apply. If we identify inconsistencies, we will amend our policy to comply with the relevant law.

Consent Users agree that by using our site:

1. They consent to the conditions set out in this privacy policy
2. They consent to the collection, use and retention of the data listed in this policy

Personal Data We Collect

Automatically Collected Data

When you use our site, we may automatically collect and store the following information:

• IP address
• Location
• Hardware and software details
• Links a user clicks on within our site
• Content a user views

Non-Automatically Collected Data

We may also collect the following data when you perform certain actions on the site:

• First name, last name
• Age
• Email address
• Autofill data
• Other

This data may be collected through the following methods (non-exhaustive list):

• Newsletter subscription
• Creating a customer account
• Participation in an event
• Downloading exclusive content (e.g., guide, white paper, report)

Please note that we only collect data that helps us achieve the purposes stated in this privacy policy. We do not collect data beyond what we disclose.

How We Use Personal Data

• The data we collect, whether automatically or not, is used for the following purposes (non-exhaustive list):
• Personalizing communications
• Inviting users to participate in events
• Results analysis

Who We Share Personal Data

1. With Employees

We may disclose user data to any member of our organization who reasonably needs it to achieve the purposes outlined in this policy.

2. Technology Partners

We may share contact information with certain technology partners during co-marketing initiatives.

Other Disclosures

We commit to not selling or sharing your data with other third parties, except in the following cases:

1. If required by law
2. If required for legal proceedings
3. To prove or protect our legal rights
4. To potential or actual buyers of the company in the event of a sale

If you follow hyperlinks from our site to another site, please note that we are not responsible for and have no control over their privacy policies.

Data Retention

We do not retain user data beyond what is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.

How We Protect Your Personal Data

All data stored in our system is well secured and accessible only to our employees. Our employees are bound by strict confidentiality agreements, and any breach of these agreements will result in termination. While we take all reasonable precautions to ensure that user data is protected, there is always some risk of harm. The Internet as a whole may be insecure and therefore we cannot guarantee the security of user data beyond what is reasonably practical.

International Data Transfers

Data may be accessed and processed in the following countries: Canada and the United States. It may be collected in any country.

Minors

For EU residents, the GDPR specifies that individuals under the age of 15 are considered minors for data collection purposes. Minors must have the consent of a legal representative for their data to be collected, processed and used.

Your Rights as a User

As a user, you have the right to access all personal data we have collected about you. In addition, you have the right to update or correct any personal data in our possession, provided it is legally permissible. You may choose to withdraw or modify your consent to data collection and use at any time, provided it is legally permissible and you give reasonable notice.

How to Modify, Delete, or Contest Collected Data

If you wish for your information to be deleted or modified in any way, please contact the marketing team responsible for privacy protection:

330-330 rue Saint-Vallier Est Québec, QC, Canada, G1K 9C5

info@novatize.com

1.844.932.6682

Cookie Policy

A cookie is a small file stored on a user’s hard drive by a website. Its purpose is to collect data related to browsing habits. To learn more about cookies: https://www.aboutcookies.org/

We use the following types of cookies on our site:

• Functional Cookies: Used to remember your selections so they are saved for future visits.
• Analytical Cookies: Used to improve the design and functionality of our site by collecting data on the content you access and engage with.
• Targeting Cookies: Used to collect data on how you use the site and your preferences. This allows us to make the information you see more promotional and tailored to you.

You can choose to be notified each time a cookie is transmitted. You can also disable cookies entirely in your browser (except essential functional cookies), but this may reduce personalization and the quality of your experience.

Policy update

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time to remain compliant with the law and to reflect any changes in our data collection practices. We recommend that users review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Contact

For any questions regarding this policy or the use of data, please contact the Novatize team:

330-330 rue Saint-Vallier Est Québec, QC, Canada, G1K 9C5

info@novatize.com

1.844.932.6682