Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 29, 2026.
Identity and Role of the Data Controller
breaknewski.org operates this website as the data controller under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada. We determine the purposes and means of processing personal information collected through the site.
Scope of This Notice
This privacy policy applies to all visitors to the website who access content about travel stories told through photography, people and memorable places. It covers residents of Canada and explains how we handle personal information when you interact with our informational resources, contact form or cookie banner.
Categories of Personal Data and Sources
We collect information you voluntarily provide through the contact form such as your name and any message details. Automatically collected data includes IP addresses, browser type, device information and usage patterns from server logs. No data is obtained from third-party sources or public records.
Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases
We process contact form submissions to respond to inquiries under the legal basis of legitimate interest in maintaining communication. Usage data supports site improvement and security under legitimate interest. Cookie data enables basic functionality under consent where required by Canadian e-privacy rules.
Requirement to Provide Data and Consequences
Providing information via the contact form is optional. Refusing to supply details means we cannot reply to your message. Browsing the site without accepting optional cookies still allows full access to travel photography content though some analytics features may be limited.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
The site uses essential cookies for operation and optional analytics cookies. Details appear in the separate cookie policy accessible via the site-wide banner. You may adjust preferences at any time through browser settings or the banner controls.
Processors, Recipients and Legal Disclosures
Service providers such as hosting and form-processing platforms receive limited data under contractual safeguards. We disclose information only when required by Canadian law, court order or regulatory request from authorities like the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
International Transfers and Safeguards
Some processors may be located outside Canada. Transfers occur only with appropriate protections including standard contractual clauses that maintain equivalent privacy standards to PIPEDA requirements.
Retention Periods and Criteria
Contact form data is retained for twelve months after the last interaction then securely deleted. Server logs are kept for ninety days. Cookie data expires according to the durations stated in the cookie policy.
Security and Data Minimisation Practices
We apply reasonable technical measures including encryption in transit and access controls to protect information. Data collection is limited to what is necessary for the stated purposes and unnecessary fields are avoided in all forms.
Data Subject Rights and How to Exercise Them
Under PIPEDA you may request access, correction, withdrawal of consent or deletion of your personal information. Submit requests through the contact form on the Contacts page. We respond within thirty days as required by law.
Right to Withdraw Consent and Object to Marketing
You may withdraw consent for any processing based on consent at any time. The site does not engage in direct marketing or profiling so no separate objection mechanism is needed.
Right to Complain to the Supervisory Authority
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. Contact details for the Commissioner are available on their official website.
Children and Age Restrictions
The website is intended for a general adult audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under thirteen years of age. If we learn such data has been submitted we delete it promptly.
Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
No automated decision-making or profiling occurs on this site. All interactions are handled through direct human review of contact submissions.
Policy Changes and Effective Date
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The last updated date appears at the top of the page. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.