Privacy Policy – Changing Gears

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Changing Gears is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website:
https://www.changinggears.ca/

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if submitted)

  • Any information you provide through contact forms, bookings, or inquiries

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Device type

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information when you:

  • Fill out a contact form

  • Sign up for updates or communications

  • Interact with our website

We also collect information automatically through cookies and analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or booking requests

  • Provide services and communicate with you

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Send updates or promotional information (if you opt in)

  • Maintain website security and performance

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Remember user preferences

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as Squarespace, analytics tools, or embedded content) that collect, process, and store data on our behalf.

These third parties may include:

  • Website hosting (Squarespace)

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Social media integrations

These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

6. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information:

  • With service providers who help operate our website

  • When required by law or legal processes

  • To protect our rights, safety, or property

7. Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Meet legal or regulatory requirements

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent for communications

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. External Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Changing Gears
Website: https://www.changinggears.ca/
Email: vicky@changinggearsadventures.ca