Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Wasted Value collects, uses, maintains, and safeguards information obtained from website visitors ("Visitors") of www.wastedvalue.com (the "Site"). It applies to the Site and to all products and services offered by Wasted Value. Wasted Value is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and this Policy is governed by Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

Personal Information Collected

Wasted Value may collect personally identifiable information from Visitors in a variety of ways, including but not limited to, when they visit the Site, fill out forms, subscribe to a service or interact with other features available. Depending on the activity, Visitors may be asked for their name, email address, mailing address, phone number or other details. Visitors can choose to visit the Site anonymously. Wasted Value will only collect personal information if Visitors voluntarily provide it. Refusal to provide information may limit certain Site features or services.

Purpose of Collection

Wasted Value collects personal information for the following purposes: to respond to inquiries, to deliver purchased digital products and process transactions, to send newsletters or updates to Visitors who have subscribed, and to improve the Site and understand how it is being used. Personal information will not be used for any purpose other than those identified without the Visitor's consent, or as required or permitted by law.

Consent

Wasted Value obtains consent in the following ways: express consent, when a Visitor actively submits a form or subscribes to a newsletter; and implied consent, when a Visitor sends an inquiry or engages with the Site in a way that reasonably implies agreement to the collection of information necessary to respond. Consent may be withdrawn at any time by contacting Wasted Value at info@wastedvalue.com.

Non-Personal Information

Wasted Value may also collect non-personal information whenever Visitors interact with the Site. This can include the type of browser, computer or device, operating system, internet service provider and other technical information about how Visitors connect to the Site.

Cookies

The Site may use "cookies" to enhance Visitor experience. Cookies are small files placed on a Visitor's device for record-keeping and tracking. Visitors may choose to disable cookies in their browser; however, some parts of the Site may not function properly as a result. Wasted Value may use third-party services to understand Site usage and deliver relevant advertising. These services may use cookies or tracking pixels. Data collected is typically anonymized but may be processed by those providers according to their policies. Visitors can manage or opt-out of tracking by adjusting browser settings or visiting the relevant provider's opt-out pages.

Use of Information

Wasted Value may use the information collected for the following purposes, but not limited to, improving customer service, personalizing user experience or sending updates or information via email addresses. Wasted Value will retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Wasted Value adopts reasonable practices and security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include the use of secure connections (SSL/HTTPS), password protection, and multi-factor authentication where applicable. Wasted Value does not sell, trade, or rent Visitors' personal identification information. Generic, aggregated demographic data (not linked to personal identifiers) may be shared with trusted partners or affiliates for limited purposes such as improving services.

Service Providers Outside Canada

As required under Alberta's PIPA, Wasted Value discloses that some personal information collected through the Site may be processed or stored by third-party service providers located outside of Canada, including in the United States and the United Kingdom. These providers are engaged for purposes such as website hosting, analytics, email communication, and digital sales processing. Such providers are authorized to use personal information only as necessary to provide their services to Wasted Value. Personal information processed outside Canada may be subject to the laws of those countries.

Email Communications

From time to time, Wasted Value may send email newsletters or updates to Visitors who have subscribed or provided their email address. Visitors may opt out of marketing emails at any time by selecting the unsubscribe link included in each email. Please note that transactional or service-related messages may still be sent where necessary to respond to a request or fulfill a service.

Third-Party Services

The Site may feature links to third-party websites or services. Wasted Value does not control the content or practices of these sites and is not responsible for their privacy policies. Visitors are encouraged to review the policies of any third-party site they visit.

Your Rights

Under Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), Visitors have the right to request access to the personal information Wasted Value holds about them, and to request corrections to any inaccurate information. To exercise these rights, or to request deletion of personal information, Visitors may contact Wasted Value at info@wastedvalue.com. Requests will be responded to within a reasonable timeframe.

Children's Privacy

This Site is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. Wasted Value does not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If Wasted Value becomes aware that personal information has been collected from a minor, steps will be taken to remove it promptly.

Breach Notification

In the event of a privacy breach that poses a real risk of significant harm, Wasted Value will notify the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta (OIPC) and any affected individuals in accordance with Alberta's PIPA requirements.

Policy Updates

Wasted Value reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent version. Wasted Value encourages Visitors to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how Wasted Value protects collected information.

Acceptance of Policy

By using this Site, you indicate your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site. Continued use after changes are posted will constitute acceptance of those changes. In accordance with Alberta's PIPA, the designated Privacy Officer accountable for Wasted Value's privacy practices is: Hanna Pike, Owner - Wasted Value: info@wastedvalue.com , www.wastedvalue.com. Visitors who have a privacy concern that has not been resolved to their satisfaction may also lodge a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta (OIPC) at www.oipc.ab.ca or by calling 1-888-241-1996.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your dealings with the Site, contact us at:

Wasted Value

info@wastedvalue.com

www.wastedvalue.com

Last updated: May 3, 2026