Last updated: [30 October 2025]
Applies to: UsdCadCurrency.com and related pages, tools, and APIs (the “Service”).
1) Who we are
UsdCadCurrency.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) provides tools, data, and guides focused on the USD ↔ CAD exchange rate, including live converters, historical datasets, fee comparisons, and alerts.
Data controller: [Legal entity name], [address].
Contact for privacy matters: [[email protected]].
If you live in the EU/EEA/UK, we are the data controller under GDPR/UK GDPR. If you live in Canada, we process data in line with PIPEDA and, where applicable, Quebec Law 25. If you live in the U.S., certain state laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA) may grant additional rights.
2) Scope
This Policy covers personal information we collect via:
- Our website and sub-pages (e.g., /usd-to-cad/, /historical-data/, /tools/),
- Our embeddable widgets and public APIs,
- Rate alerts and contact forms,
- Advertising and analytics tags we use,
- Any email or Telegram communications initiated by you.
It does not cover third-party websites or services that we link to or that you choose to use after leaving our site.
3) What data we collect
a) Data you provide
- Contact details: name, email, Telegram handle (if you opt into alerts or contact us).
- Preferences: rate thresholds for alerts, currency direction (USD→CAD or CAD→USD).
- Support content: messages and attachments you send to us.
- Developer info: if you register for API keys (name, email, domain, usage notes).
b) Data collected automatically
- Usage & device data: IP address, approximate location (derived from IP), device/OS/browser, language, referral source, pages viewed, time stamps, clickstream, session duration.
- Cookies & similar tech: small files placed on your device for essential functions (e.g., remembering inputs), analytics, and advertising (see Cookies section).
c) Data from third parties
- Analytics & ads partners (e.g., Google Analytics/Ads, Microsoft Advertising/Bing): aggregated traffic insights, conversions, and interest categories.
- Email provider: delivery and open/click metrics for newsletters/alerts.
- Payment/affiliate partners: anonymized conversion or commission information (we do not process your payment card data on our servers).
We do not intentionally collect sensitive data (e.g., health, religion, union membership). Please do not submit such information.
4) Why we use your data (purposes) and legal bases
| Purpose | Examples | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide the Service | show live rates, charts, calculators, widgets | Legitimate interests; Contract when you request specific features |
| Communications | respond to inquiries, send rate alerts/newsletters you subscribed to | Consent; Contract |
| Improve & secure | debug, prevent abuse, analyze performance, A/B testing | Legitimate interests |
| Analytics | understand usage patterns, geographies, devices | Consent (where required); Legitimate interests |
| Advertising & remarketing | measure campaign performance; show relevant ads | Consent (EU/UK/Quebec); Legitimate interests where permitted |
| Compliance | legal requests, record-keeping, dispute handling | Legal obligation |
You can withdraw consent at any time (see Your rights).
5) Cookies and similar technologies
We use:
- Strictly necessary cookies (site functionality, security, consent storage).
- Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to measure traffic and events.
- Advertising cookies/tags (e.g., Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising) for attribution and remarketing.
- Functional cookies for preferences (e.g., converter defaults, alert settings).
Your choices: On your first visit, we present a consent banner in applicable regions. You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the footer. You can also clear cookies in your browser.
6) Advertising and affiliate disclosures
We may use:
- Google Ads / Microsoft Advertising tags for conversion measurement and remarketing.
- Affiliate links to banks/fintechs (e.g., Wise, Revolut, etc.). If you click and sign up or transact, we may earn a commission. This does not change the price you pay.
We do not run “interest-based” ads to children. Partners may set their own cookies; please review their privacy policies.
7) Widgets, APIs, and third-party content
- Embeds & widgets (our Live Rate Box, charts): when embedded on other sites, we may receive standard log data and aggregated usage metrics.
- Public APIs: requests may include IP and headers; we log minimal data for abuse prevention, reliability, and usage statistics.
- External embeds (e.g., YouTube, social posts) on our pages are governed by the third party’s privacy policy.
8) How we share information
We share personal data only as needed:
- Service providers (processors): hosting, security (WAF/CDN), analytics, email delivery, customer support, error monitoring.
- Advertising & measurement partners: to attribute ad performance or conversions.
- Legal/compliance: to comply with law, enforce our Terms, protect rights, or respond to lawful requests.
- Business transfers: in the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
We do not sell personal information in the conventional sense. Under some U.S. state laws, “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising may be considered a sale/share; see U.S. state rights for opt-out.
9) International transfers
We may process data in countries outside your own. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) and take steps to ensure an adequate level of protection.
10) Data retention
- Account/alerts data: retained while your alert or subscription is active and for up to 24 months after last activity (or as required by law).
- Support & contact records: retained for up to 36 months.
- Analytics logs: typically 14–26 months in aggregated form.
- Cookie consents: retained to document your choices (duration varies by region).
We may retain data longer if necessary to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.
11) Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures: HTTPS/TLS, access controls, logging, backups, and least-privilege principles. No system is 100% secure; please use strong passwords and be cautious with links.
12) Your rights
EU/EEA/UK (GDPR)
You may access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to certain processing, and request data portability. You may withdraw consent at any time. You can lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
Canada (PIPEDA / Quebec Law 25)
You have rights to access and correct personal information and to obtain information about our data practices, including cross-border transfers. For Quebec residents, you may request de-indexing in certain circumstances and information on automated decisions, if any.
U.S. (e.g., CCPA/CPRA)
California residents may request:
- Access to categories/specific pieces of personal information;
- Deletion (subject to exceptions);
- Correction of inaccurate information;
- Opt-out of “sale”/“sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising;
- Limit use of sensitive personal information (we do not intentionally collect sensitive info).
How to exercise rights: Email [[email protected]] with your request and region. We may need to verify identity. Authorized agents may submit requests where allowed by law.
13) Children’s privacy
Our Service is not directed to children under 13 (or a higher age where required by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child provided personal data, contact us to request deletion.
14) Automated decision-making
We do not make decisions producing legal or similarly significant effects solely by automated means. Analytics and personalization are used to improve the Service and measure performance.
15) Do Not Track
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. There is no uniform industry standard for DNT; we honor legally binding signals where applicable (e.g., Global Privacy Control in supported regions).
16) Third-party links
Our pages contain links to third-party sites and providers. Their practices are governed by their own privacy policies. Please review them before submitting personal information.
17) Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date indicates the most recent revision. Material changes will be notified on this page and, where appropriate, by email to subscribers.
18) Contact
Questions or requests about this Policy or your data:
Email: [[email protected]]
Postal: [Privacy Officer], [Legal entity name], [address].
Region-specific addendum (optional blocks)
California Notice at Collection:
We collect identifiers (e.g., IP, email), internet activity (e.g., pages viewed), geolocation (approximate from IP), and inferences (interest categories from ads partners). We use them for providing services, analytics, security, and advertising. Retention periods are listed above. You can exercise rights via [[email protected]] and opt-out of “sale/share” using the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link in the footer (shown to relevant U.S. visitors).
Quebec Law 25:
We designate a person in charge of personal information: [Name, title, contact]. You may request information about cross-border transfers and automated processing, and you can exercise de-indexing rights where applicable.
Cookies Summary (for the Cookie Policy page or section)
- Necessary: session state, consent storage, security.
- Analytics: page views, events (e.g., converter use), device/browser.
- Advertising: conversion tags and remarketing pixels (Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising).
- Preferences: last currency direction, default amounts, UI settings.
We provide a Cookie Settings control to review/withdraw consent.
