Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2, 2025

Privacy matters. This explains what we collect, why we collect it, and what we do with it. We tried to make this readable instead of hiding behind legal jargon.

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1. The Basics

1.1 Who We Are

ToolSalsa is operated by Beldene Limited (Ontario, Canada) and Beldene Solutions LLC (Wyoming, USA). This Privacy Policy applies to both entities.

Website: https://toolsalsa.com

Contact: hello@toolsalsa.com

1.2 What This Covers

This Privacy Policy explains:

  • What information we collect
  • How we use it
  • How we protect it
  • Your rights and choices
  • How cookies work on our site

1.3 Your Consent

By using ToolSalsa, you consent to this Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, please don’t use our Platform.

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2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Give Us

When you submit a listing (Founders):

  • Name and email address
  • Company name (if applicable)
  • Product information (name, description, pricing, URLs)
  • Product images and logos
  • Payment information (processed by Stripe; we don’t store card details)

When you contact us:

  • Name and email address
  • Message content
  • Any information you choose to share

When you subscribe to our newsletter (optional):

  • Email address
  • Subscription preferences

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Data:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring URLs
  • Click patterns

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

  • Session cookies (essential for site functionality)
  • Analytics cookies (to understand how you use our site)
  • Preference cookies (to remember your settings)

See Section 6 for detailed cookie information.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Payment Processing:

We use Stripe for payment processing. Stripe collects payment information according to their privacy policy: stripe.com/privacy

Analytics:

We may use Google Analytics or similar services to understand site usage. These services have their own privacy policies.

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3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 For Founders

We use your information to:

  • Process listings: Create and display your product listings
  • Communicate: Send listing status updates, respond to inquiries
  • Process payments: Handle listing fees (via Stripe)
  • Improve service: Understand how listings perform
  • Send updates: Platform changes, policy updates (if you opted in)

3.2 For Buyers

We use your information to:

  • Improve experience: Understand which products interest you
  • Communicate: Respond to inquiries
  • Send newsletters: New product alerts (if you subscribed)
  • Analytics: Improve our Platform and curation

3.3 General Uses

We also use information to:

  • Maintain security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Enforce our Terms of Use
  • Resolve disputes
  • Improve our Platform

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4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 What We Share Publicly

Product Listings (Founders):

Information in your listing is publicly visible:

  • Product name and description
  • Company name (if provided)
  • Product logo and images
  • Pricing information
  • Product URLs

Your email address and payment information are never publicly displayed.

4.2 What We Never Share

We never sell your personal information to third parties. Period.

4.3 When We Share Information

Service Providers:

We share information with trusted service providers who help us operate:

  • Stripe: Payment processing
  • Email providers: To send transactional emails
  • Analytics services: To understand site usage
  • Hosting providers: To host our Platform

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements:

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to:

  • Comply with legal processes
  • Protect our rights and safety
  • Prevent fraud or abuse
  • Investigate violations of our Terms

Business Transfers:

If ToolSalsa is acquired or merged, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

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5. Data Security

5.1 How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Limited employee access to personal data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Third-party payment processing (we don’t store card details)

5.2 No System Is Perfect

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We can’t guarantee absolute security.

If you believe there’s been a security breach, contact us immediately: hello@toolsalsa.com

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6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us provide a better experience.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required):

These are necessary for the Platform to function. You can’t disable these without breaking the site.

  • Session cookies: Remember your session as you navigate
  • Security cookies: Protect against fraud and maintain security

Analytics Cookies (Optional):

These help us understand how you use our Platform.

  • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, time on site, user flow
  • We use this data to improve the Platform, not to identify you personally

Preference Cookies (Optional):

These remember your settings and preferences.

  • Display preferences
  • Language preferences
  • Cookie consent choices

6.3 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use:

  • Stripe: For payment processing
  • Google Analytics: For usage analytics

These services have their own privacy policies.

6.4 Managing Cookies

Browser Settings:

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies (may break site functionality)
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block third-party cookies

Browser Instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Opt-Out Tools:

6.5 Do Not Track

Our Platform doesn’t currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals, but we don’t track you across other sites.

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7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we have about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Update your listing information anytime

To exercise these rights, email: hello@toolsalsa.com

7.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information:

  • We’ll delete what we can, but may retain some data for legal/accounting reasons
  • Published listings may remain for archival purposes
  • We’ll respond within 30 days

7.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails:

  • Click “unsubscribe” in any email
  • Email us: hello@toolsalsa.com
  • We’ll still send transactional emails (listing updates, support responses)

7.4 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a portable format. Email: hello@toolsalsa.com

7.5 Canadian Users (PIPEDA)

If you’re in Canada, you have additional rights under PIPEDA:

  • Right to know what personal information we collect
  • Right to access your information
  • Right to challenge accuracy
  • Right to withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact: hello@toolsalsa.com

7.6 California Users (CCPA – if applicable)

If you’re in California, you may have additional rights under CCPA, including:

  • Right to know what personal information we collect
  • Right to deletion
  • Right to opt-out of sale (we don’t sell your data)
  • Right to non-discrimination

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8. Data Retention

8.1 How Long We Keep Data

Active listings: Retained for the duration of your campaign plus 90 days

Expired listings: Archived indefinitely (publicly visible information only)

Account information: Retained until you request deletion

Payment records: Retained for 7 years (legal/tax requirements)

Support communications: Retained for 2 years

Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months

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9. International Data Transfers

9.1 Where We Store Data

Our servers are located in [specify: US/Canada/both]. If you’re accessing from outside North America, your information may be transferred to and processed in Canada or the United States.

9.2 EU/UK Users

If you’re in the EU or UK, please note:

  • We don’t specifically target EU/UK users
  • If you use our Platform, your data may be transferred to North America
  • We implement reasonable safeguards for international transfers

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10. Children’s Privacy

ToolSalsa is not intended for anyone under 18. We don’t knowingly collect information from children.

If we discover we’ve collected information from a child, we’ll delete it immediately.

If you believe a child has provided us with information, contact: hello@toolsalsa.com

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11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

Material changes will be announced via:

  • Email to registered users
  • Notice on our Platform

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

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12. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Want to exercise your rights?

Email: hello@toolsalsa.com

Canadian Entity:
Beldene Limited
55 Village Centre Place, Suite #200
Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1V9, Canada

US Entity:
Beldene Solutions LLC
30 N Gould, St #37219
Sheridan, Wyoming 82801, USA

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13. Complaints and Disputes

13.1 Canadian Users

If you believe we’ve violated PIPEDA or mishandled your personal information, you can file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada:

Website: www.priv.gc.ca

13.2 US Users

For US privacy concerns, contact your state Attorney General’s office or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

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We take your privacy seriously. If you have questions or concerns, just email us. We’re real people and we’ll respond like real people.

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