Welcome to nordicskilab.com (the “Site“), provided by XCSN Nordic Skiing Inc. (“we“, “us“, “our“, or “Nordic Ski Lab“), an Alberta corporation, for use by visitors who sign up for membership (“Members“). This Privacy Policy applies to our personal information handling practices. The terms “Member”, “you,” and “your” refer to site visitors, customers, members and any other users of the Site.
- TYPES OF INFORMATION COLLECTED
Information You Provide Us.
We collect the personal information you provide when you request services, create an account with us, complete our online forms, when you request information through the “Contact Us” page of our Site, when you leave a comment, or when you send us an e-mail.
Site Usage Information.
We may receive and store certain types of information whenever you visit the Site(s), such as click-stream data and your IP address.
Email Communications.
When you open emails from us, we may receive a confirmation noting you opened an email. We may keep track of the emails we send you. Additionally, we keep a record of what types of emails you have opted to receive and not to receive.
- HOW INFORMATION IS COLLECTED
Website Usage.
Like most website operators, we track usage patterns on our Site on an anonymous basis. Each time you visit our Site, our server may record your internet service provider, browser, the date and time of your visit, the pages you visit, the documents downloaded, the searches you performed, and the referring URL you came from. We use this non-personal information to optimize your Site experience and for optimization of our Site.
Cookies.
We may also employ “cookies” (a string of information that a website stores on a visitor’s computer, and that the visitor’s browser provides to the website each time the visitor returns) or similar technology that provides additional functionality to our Site and helps us analyze website usage more accurately. Cookies allow for a personalized experience when you visit or revisit our site. We may use cookies to present you with relevant products or advertisements within and beyond our Site. Site visitors who do not wish to have cookies placed on their computers should set their browsers to refuse cookies before using our Site, with the drawback that certain features of the website(s) may not function properly without the aid of cookies.
IP Addresses and Click-stream data.
We may collect your IP address and click-stream data, which we use for system administration and report the aggregate information to our advertisers and sponsors. An IP address is a number that is automatically assigned to your computer whenever you access the Internet. Click-stream data may include such information as the page served, the time, the source of the request, the type of browser making the request, the preceding page viewed.
Transaction Information.
If you make a purchase from our Site, we will request certain information in order to complete the transaction, such as credit-card number, expiration date, and billing and shipping addresses. Such information is collected and stored through encrypted means for your protection. Credit-card numbers and CVV codes are not stored on our computers.
Google Tag Manager and Analytics.
We use Google Tag Manager to implement various tools that help us understand how visitors use our site and to deliver relevant advertising. These tools may collect information such as:
- Which pages you visit
- How long you spend on pages
- Which features you use
- Your general location (country/region)
- Your device and browser type
This information helps us improve our site and services. You can control data collection through your browser settings or by adjusting your cookie preferences using the consent banner on our site.
- HOW WE USE THE COLLECTED INFORMATION
Generally, we use personal information for purposes of administering our business activities, providing our Site, and making Nordic Ski Lab Content and other Services available to our Members.
We may use personal information to contact you, confirm an order, process payments, or customize your Site experience.
We may share your personally identifiable information with others as follows:
- Agents. We employ other businesses and contractors to perform functions on our behalf, which include Site analysis, data analysis, marketing assistance, and credit-card payment processing. These entities only have access to the personally identifiable information to the extent required to perform their various functions in accordance with this Policy, and applicable laws.
- Business Transfers. If we propose to sell all or substantially all of the company’s assets, were acquired, or in the unlikely event that our company goes out of business or enters bankruptcy, user information would be one of the assets that is transferred or acquired by a third party. You acknowledge that such transfers may occur, and that any acquirer of may continue to use your personal information as set forth in this Policy.
- Legal Process. Your personally identifiable information may be disclosed pursuant to applicable laws, court orders, or legal process, which may occur without notice to you.
We also use non-identifiable information as follows:
- Aggregate Information. We may share aggregate information, such as demographics and Site use statistics, with advertisers, sponsors, or other organizations. When this type of data is shared, it never includes your personally identifiable information.
- HOW DO WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION AND SECURE INFORMATION TRANSMISSIONS?
Security.
All payments are made through a third party payment processor that is subject to applicable industry regulation. Credit card numbers and CVV codes are not stored on our computers.
Email is not recognized as a secure medium of communication. For this reason, we request that you do not send private information to us by email.
For Site security purposes and to ensure that this service remains available to all users, we use software programs to monitor network traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information, or otherwise cause damage.
- OTHER
Forums. The Site makes public forums available to its users. We strongly recommend that you do not post personal information on our forum. We cannot ensure the security of any information you choose to make public. Also, we cannot ensure that parties who have access to such publicly available information will respect your privacy.
External Links.
This Privacy Policy applies only to this Site and not to our advertisers or sponsors. We have not reviewed all of the sites linked to this Site and we are not responsible for the contents of any such linked site. These other websites may or may not have their own published privacy policies. If you visit a website that is linked to our Site, you should review that site’s privacy policy before providing any personal information. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by us. Use of any such linked web site is at the user’s own risk.
Ads.
Ads appearing on any of our Sites may be delivered to users by advertising partners, who may set cookies. These cookies allow the ad server to recognize your computer each time they send you an online advertisement to compile information about you or others who use your computer. This information allows ad networks to, among other things, deliver targeted advertisements that they believe will be of most interest to you. This Privacy Policy covers the use of cookies by us and does not cover the use of cookies by any advertisers.
We use advertising tools to show you relevant ads on other websites after you visit our site. This is called “remarketing” or “retargeting”. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your cookie preferences or browser settings.
Email Policies
We are committed to keeping your e-mail address confidential. We do not sell, rent, or lease our subscription lists to third parties. We will use your e-mail address solely to provide timely information about www.xcskination.com, www.crosscountryskitechnique.com or other information we believe will be of interest to you. Users who no longer wish to receive our newsletter or promotional materials may opt-out of receiving these communications by clicking on the unsubscribe link in the e-mail.
Minors
We do not intentionally collect any personal information from children. We take no specific steps to protect the privacy of those children who disclose such personal information. Any use of the Site by children or minors must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Updating Personal Information
Members can update their personal information by making changes to their account when logged into the member area.
Policy Changes
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time with or without notice. However, please be assured we are committed to conducting our business in accordance with these principles in order to ensure that the confidentiality of personal information is protected and maintained.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or your dealings with our Site, please contact us.
Updated: Nov 28 2024
