Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how MCVG.org ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. We are committed to transparency and compliance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial legislation.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide it (e.g., name, email address, phone number) through contact forms, newsletters, or account registration.
- Technical Information: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers automatically collected when you access our Site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to track your interactions with our Site and affiliate links.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, referral sources, and other behavioral analytics.
- Location Data: General geographic information derived from IP addresses (not precise GPS data).
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To improve Site functionality, user experience, and content relevance;
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions from partner casinos;
- To conduct analytics and generate statistical reports on Site usage;
- To send newsletters, promotions, and marketing communications (with consent where required);
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service;
- To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity or abuse.
Note: We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand user behavior and Site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track clicks and referrals to partner casinos and earn commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertising.
Opt-Out Options: You may disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You may also opt out of analytics tracking through Google Analytics' opt-out browser extension.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, data handling, or content of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in transactions.
When you click an affiliate link and access a partner casino, your interactions with that platform are governed by their privacy policy, not ours.
Your Rights
Canadian Residents: Under PIPEDA and applicable provincial privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us;
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
- Withdraw consent for data collection and processing;
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements);
- Lodge a complaint with the appropriate privacy commissioner.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law:
- Contact Information: Retained for as long as your account is active or you remain subscribed to our communications.
- Analytics Data: Typically retained for 12-24 months unless longer retention is required.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained in accordance with affiliate program agreements and legal requirements.
- Log Files: Typically retained for 90 days.
If you request deletion of your information, we will remove it within 30 days, unless legal or contractual obligations require retention.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: mcvg.org
Response Time: We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.
Changes to This Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.