Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
shopstare.ca ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at shopstare.ca (the "Site"), including all related pages and services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using shopstare.ca, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you interact with our Site, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to recognize you, remember preferences, and analyze Site performance.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Site, including clicks, time spent, and content accessed.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To improve and optimize Site functionality and user experience
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions from casino partners
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior patterns
- To send newsletters, promotions, and marketing communications (if you have opted in)
- To respond to inquiries and customer service requests
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Allow us to deliver personalized content and advertisements.
You can control and opt out of cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You can also opt out of third-party cookies using industry opt-out tools.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Third parties have their own privacy policies and terms of service, and we do not control or endorse their practices.
Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial legislation, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Opt out of non-essential cookies and tracking
- Lodge a complaint with the applicable privacy authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Analytics and usage data may be retained for up to 12 months. Affiliate tracking information is retained in accordance with our affiliate program requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the relevant provincial privacy commissioner or regulator.
Last Updated: January 1, 2026