Privacy Policy

Accessible Digital Design Academy Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is a federally incorporated Canadian business committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our website at www.accessibledesignacademy.com (the "Website").

We comply with Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

What Personal Information We Collect

When you access our Website or request a resource such as the Accessible Slides Checklist, we may collect:

• Your name
• Your email address
• Any optional information you submit (e.g., comments, survey responses, or form fields)

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us so we can delete it.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver requested resources (such as checklists or downloads)
• Respond to inquiries or feedback
• Send educational content or updates (if you opted in)
• Improve the functionality and effectiveness of our Website

You may unsubscribe from emails at any time via the "unsubscribe" link or by contacting us directly.

Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies to:

• Understand how visitors interact with our Website
• Improve site performance and usability
• Track traffic metrics using analytics tools

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For details, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may use third-party service providers (e.g., for email marketing or analytics) to operate our Website. These providers may only access your information as necessary to perform tasks on our behalf and must protect your data in accordance with Canadian privacy standards.

We may disclose your information only when legally required (e.g., court orders or legal investigations).

Data Storage and Security

Your personal data is stored securely using industry-standard safeguards such as:

• HTTPS encryption
• Password-protected systems
• Access limited to authorized team members

Despite these efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. By using our Website, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

Your Rights (Under Canadian Law)

As a Canadian resident, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or outdated information
• Withdraw consent to email communications
• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to any legal retention requirements)

If you are accessing our Website from outside of Canada, please note that:

• Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada where our servers are located and our operations are based
• By using our Website, you consent to the collection, transfer, use, and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy
• Depending on your local laws (such as the GDPR in the European Union), you may have additional rights. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requests where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

External Websites

Our Website may link to external websites (e.g., social media, tools, or educational resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date above. By continuing to use our Website after a revision, you accept the revised policy.

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