Privacy Policy for CanadaBrief.com
Last Updated: May 10, 2025
CanadaBrief.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use any of our services—including news content, OTT video streaming, newsletters, and other features.
1. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our site. Personal information refers to data that identifies you directly, such as your name, email address, or billing details (in case of subscriptions). Non-personal data includes browser type, device type, pages visited, and other technical usage data.
We collect this data in several ways: when you subscribe to our newsletter, create an account, submit a contact form, comment on an article, stream content, or interact with ads. We also use cookies and similar technologies (explained below) to track how users navigate our site.
Importantly, you are not required to provide personal information to read our free content. However, certain features—such as personalized recommendations, premium content, or commenting—may require user registration.
If you use social login options (e.g., Google or Facebook), we may receive your public profile information, depending on the permissions you grant during sign-up. This allows us to streamline your experience and tailor content to your preferences.
We may also collect user feedback, poll responses, or survey data, which helps us improve our services and keep our offerings aligned with your interests.
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
CanadaBrief.com uses cookies and other tracking technologies (e.g., pixels, beacons) to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small data files stored on your browser, helping us recognize returning users and track user behavior.
We use session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until manually deleted or expired). These allow us to remember your preferences, like language selection or login status.
Third-party cookies from services such as Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or YouTube embeds may track your interactions beyond our site. These are used for analytics, advertising, and content delivery purposes. You can manage or block these cookies in your browser settings.
Tracking technologies also help us measure which articles or videos perform well, how long users stay on each page, and what devices they use. This data informs our editorial and UI decisions to better serve our audience.
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies using our cookie consent tool available at the bottom of the website. Please note that disabling cookies may limit some features and reduce personalization.
3. Streaming and OTT-Specific Data Collection
If you use CanadaBrief.com to stream videos or audio (OTT services), we collect additional information such as watch history, stream duration, device type, and resolution preferences. These help us optimize our content delivery and recommend future content based on your habits.
We may track what shows or reports you have already viewed to ensure you get fresh recommendations and avoid repeating content. This also assists with resuming content if you return mid-stream.
Our OTT service may use Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology and watermarking to protect licensed content. DRM tools might collect device IDs and playback logs to ensure legal access and prevent unauthorized sharing.
Region-locking content may require geolocation data based on your IP address. This ensures compliance with content licenses and regional broadcast agreements. We do not store your exact physical location unless explicitly requested by a feature (e.g., local news suggestions).
Subscription users of OTT services may also be subject to additional logging, such as playback time, download attempts, and payment history. This information is kept secure and used only for service improvement or billing accuracy.
4. Email Communications and Newsletters
When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and (optionally) your name. You’ll receive regular updates on Canadian news, trending stories, political insights, or OTT content depending on your selected preferences.
We will never send unsolicited emails. All marketing and newsletter communications are strictly opt-in. Each email includes an unsubscribe link that lets you opt out at any time.
We use secure third-party tools (e.g., MailPoet, Mailchimp, or ConvertKit) to manage mailing lists and track delivery analytics. These tools may log your email opens, clicks, or bounce rates to help us refine our content.
We may occasionally offer promotions or partnership newsletters. These will always be clearly labeled and sent only to subscribers who opt in to such offers. Your email address is never sold to advertisers or affiliates.
In the future, we may send onboarding sequences, surveys, or re-engagement emails to enhance your experience. You may control all communication preferences in your account dashboard or by contacting support.
5. Third-Party Services and Embedded Content
We rely on several third-party services for analytics, payment processing, streaming, comment systems, and advertising. These services may collect data either directly or via embedded elements (like YouTube videos or Facebook shares).
Examples include:
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Google Analytics (for user behavior and demographics)
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Stripe or PayPal (for subscription payments)
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Disqus or Facebook Comments (for article discussions)
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YouTube or Vimeo (for embedded video streaming)
Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. While we vet these services for trustworthiness, we are not responsible for how they handle your data once it leaves our platform.
Some embedded tools use cookies or local storage to function. For example, YouTube may track watch time on embedded videos to suggest related content or serve ads.
We do not share your personal information with third-party vendors unless it is necessary for operations (e.g., processing payments or providing tech support) and done under a strict confidentiality agreement.
6. Data Security and Storage
We take data protection seriously and implement industry-standard practices to protect your information. This includes encrypted HTTPS connections, server firewalls, anti-malware monitoring, and access control layers.
User passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text. Sensitive transactions, like payments or login credentials, are transmitted using SSL/TLS encryption.
We store user data only as long as necessary for service delivery, performance analysis, or legal obligations. For example, newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Our servers are hosted on secure platforms with 24/7 monitoring and frequent security audits. In case of a data breach, we will notify affected users promptly in accordance with applicable laws.
Although we take every precaution, no digital system is entirely immune to attack. Users are encouraged to use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication when available.
7. User Rights and Choices
You have full control over your personal data. You may:
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Access or request a copy of your data
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Update or correct inaccuracies
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Delete your account or unsubscribe from emails
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Withdraw consent for data processing
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Object to certain uses (e.g., marketing)
To exercise these rights, contact us at Hello@canadabrief.com. We will respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe (usually within 30 days).
Canadian residents are protected under PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act), and international users may benefit from GDPR or CCPA rights depending on jurisdiction.
You may also request that we export your data in machine-readable format if you wish to transfer it to another service.
Note that deleting your data may result in loss of access to certain services, especially OTT features tied to your account.
8. International Data Transfers
CanadaBrief.com may transfer data across borders if we use third-party services with global infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Cloud flare, Google). This means your information might be processed in countries with different privacy laws than your own.
We ensure that any such transfer is compliant with data protection regulations by using safeguards like:
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
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Binding corporate rules
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Service-level Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
We do not transfer data unless required for legitimate business functions such as content delivery, subscription management, or data analytics.
Users from the EU or UK will be informed if their data leaves the European Economic Area (EEA), and we’ll provide transparency on where and how it’s stored.
You can request additional details about cross-border data transfers by contacting our privacy team.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our content is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent. If you are a parent and believe your child has submitted data to us, contact us immediately.
In accordance with COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) and other regional laws, we will delete any child-related data on verified request.
For OTT services, we may restrict content based on age. We encourage parents to supervise children’s media consumption and apply filters where needed.
Users under the age of 16 in the EU must have guardian consent to use our services under GDPR requirements.
We may use age verification tools in the future to ensure compliance with evolving legislation.
10. Policy Updates and Contact Information
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Major changes will be announced via a banner on our homepage, newsletter notification, or in your user dashboard.
All changes are effective immediately upon posting unless stated otherwise. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed.
By continuing to use our site, you agree to the terms of the latest version of this policy.
If you have any concerns, questions, or complaints about how your data is handled, please contact: