Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how makerexchange.ca ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where applicable, other privacy legislation.

makerexchange.ca is an informational affiliate website providing reviews and comparisons of online casinos that accept Mastercard. We do not operate gambling services directly.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:

• Contact Information: Your name and email address, if you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter.
• Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and approximate location.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy below).
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources, and other interactions with our content.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site and to measure content performance.
• Affiliate Tracking: To attribute clicks and sign-ups to our affiliate partners (casino operators), which may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.
• Site Improvement: To improve our content, layout, and user experience.
• Communication: To respond to inquiries and send updates where you have consented.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookie Policy

Our website uses the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of the site.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate/Marketing Cookies: Track referrals to third-party casino websites so we can receive credit for referrals.

Opt-Out Options: You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. You may also opt out of Google Analytics via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and affiliate partners. These third parties operate independently and have their own privacy policies, which we strongly encourage you to review before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.

We do not control, and are not responsible for, the privacy practices, content, or data handling of any third-party websites. Any information you provide directly to a third-party casino is governed solely by that operator's privacy policy.

Responsible Gambling: Gambling involves risk and is intended only for individuals of legal gambling age in their province or territory (18+ or 19+ in Canada, depending on jurisdiction). If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact ConnexOntario (1-866-531-2600) or your provincial problem gambling helpline.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Canada (PIPEDA): You have the right to access your personal information, request corrections, withdraw consent to its use (subject to legal restrictions), and file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
• EU/UK (GDPR/UK GDPR): You have the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, data portability, and to object to processing, as well as the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
• United States (CCPA/CPRA and similar state laws): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, request its deletion, opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@makerexchange.ca. We will respond to verified requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Specifically:

• Contact inquiries are retained for up to 24 months.
• Analytics and usage data is retained in aggregated or anonymized form for up to 26 months.
• Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with partner requirements, typically up to 12 months.

When personal information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

makerexchange.ca
Email: privacy@makerexchange.ca

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.