Privacy Policy

July 31, 2026 buzzzoomer

Privacy Policy for https://whetstone.buzzzoomer.com

Introduction

Welcome to Whetstone (hereafter referred to as 'we', 'us', or 'the Company'). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and data security for our users. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

  • Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Brazil's Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
  • California's Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
  • Colorado's Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
  • Utah's Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut's Connecticut Transparency and Accountabilty (CTDPA)
  • Virginia's Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our digital presence, including but not limited to:

  • Our website at https://whetstone.buzzzoomer.com
  • All associated applications and services provided by us
  • Any other platforms or services accessed through links on our website, though these are governed by their respective privacy policies

Processing Activities

This policy comes into effect when you engage in the following activities:

  • Utilizing our applications and services as an authorized user.
  • Visiting any of our websites that link to this Privacy Policy.
  • Subscribing to receive communications from us, such as newsletters, emails, calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect a range of personal information for various purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Account Information: Details required to set up and maintain your user account.
  • Payment Information: Transaction details when you make purchases through our services.
  • Financial Information: Financial records related to transactions or subscription plans.
  • Purchase Information: Data about products or services you buy from us.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses and device IDs.
  • Location Data: Geographic location information provided by your browser or device settings.
  • Feedback: Comments, reviews, and responses you share with our team.
  • Social Media Information: If you choose to log in through social media accounts, we may collect data from those platforms (subject to their privacy policies).
  • Product Information: Data about products you interact with or express interest in on our platform.

We obtain this information through direct user input, interactions with our services, and automated tracking technologies. Additionally, third parties may share personal data with us for specific purposes, always under the constraint of their respective privacy policies.

Cookies

We employ cookies to enhance your experience on our website and gather analytics about how users interact with our platform. Cookies can be categorized as:

  • Strictly Necessary: Essential for navigating our site and using its features.
  • Preference: Save user preferences and settings.
  • Analytics: Help us understand user behavior and improve our services.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as it is necessary for the purpose it was collected or as required by law. Once the retention period ends or when the purpose changes, we securely delete or anonymize the data.

Security Measures

The protection of your data is a top priority. We implement robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes encrypted communication channels and secure third-party processing services.

Children's Privacy

We do not intentionally collect personal data from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us at the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction and local privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, or erasure of your data.
  • Right to restrict processing of your data.
  • Right to data portability (receiving your data in a structured, commonly used format).
  • Right to object to or withdraw consent for data processing.
  • Right to non-discrimination when exercising your data rights.

To exercise these rights or have any data-related inquiries, please reach out to our privacy team using the contact details provided below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable laws.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review these updates regularly.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding privacy, data requests, unsubscriptions, or complaints, please contact us: