- 416.479.0078
- info@scentroid.com
-
70 Innovator Ave. Unit 7
Stouffville, ON. L4A 0Y2
Welcome to our Privacy Policy.
Your privacy is critically important to us.
Scentroid is located at:
70 Innovator Avenue Unit 7
Ontario, Canada
416.479.0078
It is Scentroid’s policy to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect while operating our website. This Privacy Policy applies to www.scentroid.com (hereinafter, “us”, “we”, or “www.scentroid.com”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting personally identifiable information you may provide us through the Website. We have adopted this privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) to explain what information may be collected on our Website, how we use this information, and under what circumstances we may disclose the information to third parties. This Privacy Policy applies only to information we collect through the Website and does not apply to our collection of information from other sources.
This Privacy Policy, together with the Terms and conditions posted on our Website, set forth the general rules and policies governing your use of our Website. Depending on your activities when visiting our Website, you may be required to agree to additional terms and conditions.
- Website Visitors
Like most website operators, Scentroid collects non-personally-identifying information of the sort that web browsers and servers typically make available, such as the browser type, language preference, referring site, and the date and time of each visitor request. Scentroid’s purpose in collecting non-personally identifying information is to better understand how Scentroid’s visitors use its website. From time to time, Scentroid may release non-personally-identifying information in the aggregate, e.g., by publishing a report on trends in the usage of its website.
Scentroid also collects potentially personally-identifying information like Internet Protocol (IP) addresses for logged in users and for users leaving comments on https://www.scentroid.com blog posts. Scentroid only discloses logged in user and commenter IP addresses under the same circumstances that it uses and discloses personally-identifying information as described below.
- Gathering of Personally-Identifying Information
Certain visitors to Scentroid’s websites choose to interact with Scentroid in ways that require Scentroid to gather personally-identifying information. The amount and type of information that Scentroid gathers depends on the nature of the interaction. For example, we ask visitors who sign up for a blog at https://www.scentroid.com to provide a username and email address. - Security
The security of your Personal Information is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. - Advertisements
Ads appearing on our website 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 Scentroid and does not cover the use of cookies by any advertisers. - Links To External Sites
Our Service may contain links to external sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy and terms and conditions of every site you visit.
We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites, products or services. - www.scentroid.com uses Google AdWords for remarketing
Www.scentroid.com uses the remarketing services to advertise on third party websites (including Google) to previous visitors to our site. It could mean that we advertise to previous visitors who haven’t completed a task on our site, for example using the contact form to make an enquiry. This could be in the form of an advertisement on the Google search results page, or a site in the Google Display Network. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on someone’s past visits. Of course, any data collected will be used in accordance with our own privacy policy and Google’s privacy policy.
You can set preferences for how Google advertises to you using the Google Ad Preferences page, and if you want to you can opt out of interest-based advertising entirely by cookie settings or permanently using a browser plugin.
- Aggregated Statistics
Scentroid may collect statistics about the behavior of visitors to its website. Scentroid may display this information publicly or provide it to others. However, Scentroid does not disclose your personally-identifying information. - Cookies
To enrich and perfect your online experience, Scentroid uses “Cookies”, or similar technologies and services provided by others to display personalized content, appropriate advertising and store your preferences on your computer.A cookie is 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. Scentroid uses cookies to help Scentroid identify and track visitors, their usage of https://www.scentroid.com, and their website access preferences. Scentroid visitors who do not wish to have cookies placed on their computers should set their browsers to refuse cookies before using Scentroid’s websites, with the drawback that certain features of Scentroid’s websites may not function properly without the aid of cookies.
By continuing to navigate our website without changing your cookie settings, you hereby acknowledge and agree to Scentroid’s use of cookies.
- E-commerce
Those who engage in transactions with Scentroid – by purchasing Scentroid’s services or products, are asked to provide additional information, including as necessary the personal and financial information required to process those transactions. In each case, Scentroid collects such information only insofar as is necessary or appropriate to fulfill the purpose of the visitor’s interaction with Scentroid. Scentroid does not disclose personally-identifying information other than as described below. And visitors can always refuse to supply personally-identifying information, with the caveat that it may prevent them from engaging in certain website-related activities.
Privacy Policy Changes
Although most changes are likely to be minor, Scentroid may change its Privacy Policy from time to time, and in Scentroid’s sole discretion. Scentroid encourages visitors to frequently check this page for any changes to its Privacy Policy. Your continued use of this site after any change in this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such change.
SM100i Application Privacy Policy
SM100i App
Effective Date: August 8, 2024
Contact Email: Info@scentroid.com
Website: www.scentroid.com
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Scentroid (the developer of the SM100i app) collects, uses, and protects your personal and sensitive information. By using the SM100i app, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Data Collection
The SM100i app collects the following types of data:
- Personal Information: We collect your email address to notify you of updates related to filed odor nuisances, concerns, and any notifications from potential local sources.
- Usage Data: Information on how the app is used, including interactions and in-app behavior, to improve the app’s features and performance.
- Location Data: The app collects precise location data to develop accurate odor plume models and help report nuisances to local sources. Your location is key for ensuring the functionality and relevance of our odor monitoring services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
- To develop a generalized and anonymous understanding of odor plumes in any given region.
- To report nuisances anonymously to local sources.
- For app maintenance and feature improvements.
- To notify you of updates related to filed odor nuisances, concerns, and notifications from potential local sources.
- To analyze usage data to continuously improve the functionality and performance of the app.
4. Data Sharing
We do not share your personal information with third parties unless required to:
- Comply with legal obligations or requests.
- Protect our rights, users’ rights, or ensure the safety of our users.
Any data shared for research or reporting purposes is anonymized and does not contain personally identifiable information.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. While no system can guarantee complete security, we implement industry-standard security practices, including encryption and secure storage, to safeguard your data.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal data.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Opt-out of certain data collection practices, such as the collection of location data, by adjusting your device settings.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at Info@scentroid.com.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated through the app and on our website. We recommend that you review this policy periodically for any updates.
9. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy,
please contact us at:
Info@scentroid.com
www.scentroid.com
OdorMap Application Privacy Policy
OdorMap App
Effective Date: September 18, 2024
Contact Email: Info@scentroid.com
Website: www.scentroid.com
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how the OdorMap app collects, uses, and protects your personal and sensitive information. By using OdorMap, you agree to the practices outlined here.
2. Data Collection
The OdorMap app collects the following types of data:
- GPS Location Data: OdorMap requests your device’s precise GPS location to allow you to file odor complaints at specific locations and to help us analyze regional odor patterns.
- Personal Information: We collect your email address to notify you of changes to your odor complaint status.
- Complaint Data: Information about the odor complaint you file, including the location and time of the complaint, is collected and analyzed for further investigation.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
- To identify potential sources of odor based on the complaint location. We use SIMS3 technology, meteorological data, and local industry/business metrics to connect complaints to specific facilities.
- To anonymously submit complaints to offending facilities if a direct connection can be made between the odor source and the complaint.
- For app maintenance and troubleshooting, and to improve features and functionality.
- To notify you of any changes or updates to your complaint’s status.
- To incentivize local facilities to invest in odor monitoring technology by using anonymous complaint data to encourage facility improvements.
4. Data Sharing
We ensure that your personal data remains private. If an odor source is identified, the following rules apply:
- Your complaint is anonymized before being submitted to the local company responsible for the odor.
- Both your identity and the identity of the offending facility will remain confidential and will not be disclosed to any third parties, including other users.
- You will not be informed of the identity of the offending facility, unless the facility chooses to reveal that information to you.
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required to:
- Comply with legal obligations or government requests.
- Protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes encryption, secure storage, and regular reviews of our security practices.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal data.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Opt-out of location data collection by adjusting your device settings.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at Info@scentroid.com.
8. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be communicated through the app and on our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for any updates.
9. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding your privacy while using OdorMap, please contact us at:
Info@scentroid.com
www.scentroid.com
