WaveTrack collects personal data you provide directly, such as your name, email address, and affiliation when you register for an account, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact our editorial office. We also automatically collect certain information about your device and usage of our services, including IP address, browser type, and interaction with coastal data models.
We use the collected information to operate, maintain, and improve the WaveTrack platform for coastal dynamics monitoring. This includes processing your inquiries, personalizing your experience with wave and erosion data, sending technical updates related to marine research, and ensuring the security of our services. We do not use your data for unrelated commercial profiling.
WaveTrack does not sell your personal data. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in platform operations (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements. Data may also be disclosed if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users, the public, or WaveTrack. Anonymized, aggregated data may be used for scientific research on coastal behavior.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or support ongoing coastal research initiatives. You may request data deletion by contacting [email protected].
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, deletion, and restriction of processing. You can manage your communication preferences or opt-out of non-essential communications at any time. For any privacy-related requests or questions about this policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer via the address provided on our contact.html page.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us at: CoastLayer Canada Editorial Office, 999 Canada Place, Suite 600, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2, or via email at [email protected].