Privacy Policy

Last Updated

September 24, 2026

Who We Are and Our Role as Data Controller

stagevibefy.info operates this non-commercial informational website dedicated to learning and communication through documentary-style stories about architecture, city life, neglected spaces and the people who live around them. Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada, stagevibefy.info acts as the data controller responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing any personal information collected through the site. This role means we are accountable for ensuring that all handling of personal data complies with Canadian privacy principles, including accountability, consent, limiting collection, and safeguarding information.

Scope of This Notice and Individuals Covered

This privacy policy applies to all visitors and users of the website located in Canada or accessing the site from within Canada. It covers any personal information collected when you interact with the contact form, browse pages, or otherwise engage with the informational content. The policy does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be referenced indirectly, and it focuses exclusively on activities conducted by stagevibefy.info in its capacity as an operator of an educational resource site.

Categories of Personal Data and Their Sources

We collect only the minimal personal information necessary for the limited functions of the site. This includes contact details such as your name and any message content you voluntarily submit through the contact form. No other categories of data, such as browsing history beyond what is strictly required for site operation or demographic details, are gathered proactively. All information originates directly from you when you choose to provide it via the form or through standard web server logs that record technical details like browser type and access times.

Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases

Personal information is processed for the sole purpose of responding to inquiries submitted through the contact form, which supports the site's mission of facilitating learning about urban environments and communities. The legal basis for this processing is your consent, which you provide by submitting the form. Additional limited processing occurs to maintain the basic functionality and security of the website, relying on our legitimate interest in operating a stable informational resource without commercial intent. No processing occurs for marketing, profiling, or any secondary commercial objectives.

Requirement to Provide Data and Consequences

Providing personal information through the contact form is entirely voluntary. You are not required to submit any details to access or read the documentary-style stories on the site. If you choose not to provide information, you will simply be unable to receive a response to any inquiry, but this will have no impact on your ability to use the remainder of the website or its educational content.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The website employs cookies and similar technologies solely to ensure basic functionality, such as remembering language preferences or maintaining session stability during your visit. These are limited to essential cookies that do not track users across sites or enable targeted advertising. For a complete description of the cookies used and your options for managing them, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.

Processors, Recipients and Legal Disclosures

We may engage trusted service providers, such as hosting platforms or form management tools, to assist with the technical operation of the site. These processors are bound by contractual obligations to handle data only as instructed by us and to implement appropriate security measures. Personal information will be disclosed to third parties only when required by law, such as in response to a valid court order or regulatory request from Canadian authorities.

International Transfers and Applicable Safeguards

Any personal information collected remains stored within Canada wherever possible. In limited cases where a service provider operates outside Canada, appropriate safeguards such as contractual clauses ensuring protection equivalent to PIPEDA standards are applied to protect your data during transfer and subsequent processing.

Retention Periods and Criteria

Contact form submissions are retained only for the time necessary to respond to your inquiry and for a short additional period to address any follow-up questions, typically no longer than one year. Technical log data is kept for a maximum of 90 days solely for security and troubleshooting purposes before automatic deletion. Retention decisions are guided by the principle of data minimisation and the need to fulfill the site's limited operational requirements.

Security Practices and Data Minimisation

We implement reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards appropriate to the low-risk nature of the data collected, including encryption in transit and restricted access controls. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we regularly review our practices to minimise the amount of personal information processed and to protect against unauthorised access or loss.

Your Rights and How to Exercise Them

Under PIPEDA you have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, to request corrections, and to withdraw consent where applicable. To exercise these rights, please use the contact form available on the Contacts page of the website. We will respond to verified requests within the timelines required by Canadian law.

Withdrawing Consent and Objecting to Processing

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us through the designated form. Because the site does not engage in direct marketing or profiling activities, there are no related processing activities to object to beyond the core inquiry response function.

Right to Complain to the Supervisory Authority

If you believe your personal information has been handled in a manner inconsistent with PIPEDA, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. We encourage you to first attempt resolution directly with us using the contact form.

Children and Age Restrictions

The website is intended for a general adult audience interested in architecture and urban studies. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that data from a minor has been submitted without appropriate parental consent, it will be deleted promptly.

Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

The site does not use automated decision-making or profiling technologies. All processing decisions are made manually by our team based on the information you provide.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date of any revision will be indicated at the top of the page. Continued use of the website after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.