Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

1. Overview

Block and Code Inc. (“SparkBlocks”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and share your information when you interact with our websites (the “Sites”) and services (the “Services”).

By using the Sites or Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. We may update this Policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted with the updated date above.

2. Consent and Personal Information

By submitting your personal information to us, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this Policy and as required by Canadian privacy laws (including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)). Consent may be express (e.g., checking a box) or implied (e.g., providing information voluntarily).

3. What We Collect and Why

We collect information directly from you, such as your:

1. Name, address, and contact details
2. Email and account login credentials
3. Purchase history and payment information (handled securely by third-party processors)
4. Interactions with our Sites, contests, or marketing campaigns

We use this information to:

1. Provide and improve the Services
2. Manage user accounts and purchases
3. Communicate with you about your account or orders
4. Send updates, promotional materials (with your consent), and service notifications
5. Conduct user testing and improve product features
6. Comply with legal obligations

You may opt out of marketing emails at any time. Transactional or service-related emails will still be sent.

4. Children’s Privacy

SparkBlocks products are designed for use by children under parental supervision. However, our Sites and Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent.

If we discover such information has been collected in error, we will delete it promptly. Parents may contact us to review or delete their child’s information.

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information:

1. With service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, logistics) who assist us in delivering the Services
2. With third parties only as required (e.g., if you sign up for a partner program, contest, or referral)
3. As required by law or in response to lawful requests (e.g., subpoenas, regulatory authorities)
4. As part of a business transaction, such as a merger or acquisition

All third-party partners are required to adhere to strict confidentiality and data protection standards.

6. Aggregated and Anonymous Data

We may use or share aggregated, non-identifiable data (e.g., total site visits, general user trends) for analytics, research, or business purposes. This data does not identify you personally.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., pixels, analytics tools) to:

1. Understand user behavior and improve our Sites
2. Remember preferences and login sessions
3. Run remarketing ads (e.g., via Google Ads)

You can control cookie settings through your browser or opt out of interest-based advertising via Google Ads Settings.

8. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our Sites may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

9. User-Generated Content

If you post reviews, comments, or submissions publicly on our Sites or social media, that content may be seen and used by others. Please be mindful of what personal information you share.

10. Data Transfers and Storage

Our servers may be located in Canada or other jurisdictions (e.g., the U.S.). By using our Services, you consent to your data being transferred and stored outside your home jurisdiction, in compliance with Canadian privacy standards.

11. Security

We take appropriate safeguards to protect your personal information, including encryption and limited access controls. However, no system is 100% secure. You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and personal information shared online.

12. Access and Contact

You have the right to:

1. Request access to your personal information
2. Correct inaccurate or outdated information
3. Withdraw consent (subject to legal and contractual limits)

To exercise these rights or raise concerns, please contact us at: [email protected]

You may also use the contact form on our website: www.blockandcode.com/contact