Privacy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1st Jan 2024
Last Updated: 15th Jan 2024
One Degree (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we will treat it. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
1. Personal Information
Information that identifies you as an individual, which may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Business information (e.g., company name, job title)
2. Non-Personal Information
Data that does not directly identify you, such as:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Referring website URLs
• Pages viewed on the Site and duration
• General location data
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us:
• Understand user preferences and trends
• Deliver relevant content and advertising
• Improve the performance of the Site
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences, improving your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the operation of the Site. These cookies cannot be disabled.
2. Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use the Site, such as pages visited and any errors encountered, to improve functionality.
3. Functional Cookies: Allow the Site to remember your preferences (e.g., language or region) for a personalized experience.
4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Track your browsing activity to deliver more relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness.
Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, social media platforms) to place cookies on your device. These cookies are governed by the third party’s privacy policies.
Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences or disable cookies altogether through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality and performance of the Site.
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting with website hosting, analytics, or email communications.
• Affiliates: Entities related to One Degree for internal business purposes.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties.
Your Privacy Choices
You have the following rights regarding your data:
1. Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
2. Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
3. Deletion: Request that we delete your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
4. Marketing Preferences: Opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at privacy@onedegree.vc
Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to secure your information, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. You acknowledge that you provide your information at your own risk.
Data Retention
We keep Personal Information related to your Account for as long as it is needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to provide our services, to deal with possible legal claims, to comply with our business interests and/or to abide by all applicable laws. Thereafter, we either delete Personal Information about you or de-identify it. Please note that even if you request the deletion of Personal Information about you, we may be required (by law or otherwise) to retain the Personal Information and not delete it. However, once those requirements are removed, we will delete Personal Information about you in accordance with your request.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any information.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
International Use
One Degree is based in Canada. As a result, Personal Information that we collect in and through the Services and on the Site may be transferred to our overseas offices. In addition, we may work with third-party service providers in Canada and in other countries to support our business activities. Thus, Personal Information may be transferred to, stored on servers in, and accessed from Canada and countries other than the country in which the Personal Information was initially collected. In all such instances, we use, transfer, and disclose Personal Information solely for the purposes described in this Privacy Notice and in compliance with applicable laws.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of these changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at privacy@onedegree.vc