Private Policy

Last updated: September 19, 2024

At AQS, we take your privacy very seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have. We encourage you to read it carefully.

Key Points Summary:

  • We collect information to improve your experience on our site, such as your IP address and usage data (pages visited, clicks).

  • You have rights regarding your data, such as the right to access, modify, or request deletion.

  • We use cookies to enhance the site's performance. You can choose to accept or refuse certain cookies.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information when you use our site:

  • Technical Data: Your browser, network, device, and IP address.

  • Site Behavior: Pages you visit, links you click, scrolling, and searches.

This data helps us analyze site traffic and usage through Squarespace, our hosting and analytics provider.

2. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small files downloaded to your device when you visit our site. They help us:

  • Ensure the security of the site.

  • Analyze the site's performance (only if you accept cookies).

For more information about the cookies we use, visit Squarespace's Cookie Policy.

3. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  1. Access your data.

  2. Request deletion of your data.

  3. Modify or correct inaccurate information.

  4. Withdraw consent to the use of your data.

  5. Restrict the processing of your data.

  6. Request to transfer your data to another provider (if technically feasible).

4. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your rights, contact Isabelle Gaboury at the following email address: Isabelle.Gaboury@usherbrooke.ca. You will need to provide your name and email address so we can verify your identity.

We will respond to your request within 30 to 45 days.

5. Complaints

If you have concerns about how your personal information is used, you can file a complaint by contacting us. Quebec residents can also file a complaint with the Commission d'accès à l'information du Québec, and Canadian residents can contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

6. Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to Canada, where it may be accessible by local authorities. We process your data in accordance with Canadian law.

7. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page.