Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Toronto Woofest ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the torontowoofest.ca website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated features, applications, and services (collectively, the "Site").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using torontowoofest.ca, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

• Personal Data: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number when voluntarily provided through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
• Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, referring/exit pages, and timestamps of page visits.
• Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries, and overall browsing behavior on our Site.
• Affiliate Tracking Data: Referral information, clicks to third-party casino partners (including Playamo), and conversion data for affiliate commission purposes.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of our Site.
• To conduct analytics and track user behavior patterns to optimize content and user experience.
• To monitor affiliate links and track referrals to partner casinos (such as Playamo) for commission verification.
• To send promotional emails, newsletters, and updates (only if you have opted in).
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
• To personalize your experience and deliver targeted content based on your interests.

Cookie Policy

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that allow us to remember your preferences and gather analytics.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality and security.
• Performance Cookies: Used to analyze user behavior, page performance, and traffic patterns.
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Enable us to track clicks and referrals to partner casinos (including Playamo) for affiliate commission purposes.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional campaigns.

Cookie Opt-Out: You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking essential cookies may impair Site functionality. You may also opt out of specific tracking by adjusting your browser's "Do Not Track" settings, though we do not guarantee all third parties will honor this signal.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos such as Playamo and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. When you click on links to third-party websites, you leave our Site and are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of service.

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your personal information. We do not control how these third parties collect, use, or protect your data.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable Canadian privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations requiring us to retain certain data).
• Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we process your data based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the context of processing:

• Personal data provided through contact forms or newsletters is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
• Cookie data is retained according to the expiration times set by each cookie (typically 1-24 months).
• Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 12-24 months for historical analysis.
• Affiliate tracking data is retained for at least 90 days to verify commissions and prevent fraud.

Once the retention period expires, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information unless we are legally required to retain it.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: torontowoofest.ca

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the applicable privacy regulator in your jurisdiction.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.