PolarLangVault respects Indigenous data sovereignty and individual privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information and cultural materials when you engage with our platforms.
Information We Collect
- Contact details provided through forms, emails, or event sign-ups.
- Usage analytics captured anonymously to improve accessibility and performance.
- Community-contributed media and metadata, governed by project-specific consent agreements.
How We Use Data
- Respond to inquiries, provide requested access, and share updates.
- Maintain archival integrity, including quality control and content stewardship tracking.
- Report on impact to participating communities using aggregated, anonymized information.
Consent & Control
Contributors set sharing permissions for each item. Requests to update or remove materials can be submitted to ssah5682ahh@gmail.com. We honor takedown requests within 14 days unless community agreements stipulate otherwise.
Third-Party Services
We rely on secure hosting, analytics, and storage providers that comply with GDPR and relevant Indigenous governance standards. No data is sold or shared for advertising purposes.
Children & Youth
Youth participants are engaged through guardian-approved programs. Consent forms specify usage rights, archival retention, and publication parameters.
Policy Updates
Changes to this policy are communicated via email notifications and noted on this page with revision dates. Continued use of our services signifies acceptance of updates.
Contact
Questions about privacy or data governance can be directed to ssah5682ahh@gmail.com.