PRIVACY POLICY
Last checked and updated: November 2025
Fringe Media (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information
when you visit our website or contact us.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described here.
1. Who We Are
Fringe Media
Website: https://fringemedia.io
Email: info@fringemedia.io
We provide web development, digital strategy, and support services for non-profit and healthcare
organizations in Canada, the UK, and internationally.
2. Personal Information We Collect
- Name
- Email address
- Your message or inquiry
- Additional details you choose to include when contacting us
We do not collect sensitive personal information through our website.
3. How We Collect Your Information
Contact Forms
If you contact us using a form on our site, the information you provide will be stored for the purpose of:
- Responding to your inquiry
- Following up where needed
- Pre-contractual or contractual communication
Processing is done under Article 6(1)(b) or Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, or your consent when applicable.
Email or Telephone Contact
If you contact us directly by email or phone, your communication may be retained so we can process your inquiry.
Embedded Services
Our website may use embedded tools, such as Google Maps, YouTube, or other third-party widgets.
These tools may collect limited data such as:
- Your IP address
- Your browser details
- Interaction with embedded content
This data is processed according to the provider’s own privacy policies.
4. How Long We Retain Your Information
We retain contact inquiries only for as long as necessary to:
- Respond to your inquiry
- Maintain business communication
- Meet legal or regulatory requirements
You may request deletion at any time (see Section 9).
5. How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- SSL encryption
- Secure hosting environments
- Access controls
- Regular site maintenance and security updates
We do not engage in malware scanning, but we follow security best practices
for a professional web environment.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve website functionality
- Store user preferences
- Support analytics reporting
You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
For full details, see our Cookie Policy.
7. Use of Google Analytics and Other Services
We use Google Analytics and related tools to understand website usage. These tools may collect:
- IP address (anonymized where applicable)
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Interactions with content
Google’s advertising and analytics policies apply.
You can opt out:
- Google Ad Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative opt-out
- Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On
8. Automated Spam Protection
If our contact forms use Google reCAPTCHA or similar tools, limited technical information
(such as IP address or browser characteristics) may be processed for spam prevention.
9. Your Rights Over Your Data
Depending on your jurisdiction (including the EU, UK, or Canada), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at
info@fringemedia.io.
10. Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We may share your data with:
- Hosting providers
- Service providers assisting with our operations
- Analytics or spam-prevention tools
These parties must keep your data confidential.
We may also disclose information if required for legal compliance
or to protect the rights and security of our business or others.
11. CASL and Email Communication Compliance
We comply with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by emailing
info@fringemedia.io.
We do not send unsolicited commercial messages.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, contact:
info@fringemedia.io