Privacy Policy
Protecting your private information is our priority. This Privacy Policy applies to The PD Movement and thepdmovement.com (the "Website"), governing data collection and usage. The PD Movement is accessible globally, and this Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws in multiple jurisdictions, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union and United Kingdom, the Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable regional privacy laws.
Please read this Policy carefully. By using the Website, you consent to the data practices described herein. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use the Website.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following personally identifiable information:
First and Last Name
Mailing Address
Email Address
Phone Number
Payment information (when purchasing services)
Any other information you voluntarily provide
We also automatically collect non-personally identifiable information such as IP address, browser type, domain names, access times, and referring website addresses for operational and analytical purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Union and United Kingdom, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:
Consent — where you have given clear consent for us to process your data for a specific purpose.
Contract — where processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
Legitimate Interests — where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights.
Legal Obligation — where processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.
Use of Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide and maintain the Website and its services.
Process transactions and manage your account.
Send service-related communications.
Send marketing communications (where you have consented or where permitted by law).
Improve our Website and services.
Comply with legal obligations.
Detect and prevent fraud or security incidents.
International Data Transfers
The PD Movement is based in Canada. If you access the Website from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
For users in the EU/UK, we ensure such transfers are carried out in accordance with applicable law, including through the use of Standard Contractual Clauses or other appropriate safeguards as required by the GDPR.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data (subject to certain exceptions).
Right to Restrict Processing — Request that we limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability — Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object — Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent — Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time.
Right to Lodge a Complaint — Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at paul@thepdmovement.com. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, disclose, or sell; request deletion of their personal information; and opt out of the sale of their personal information. The PD Movement does not sell personal information. To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at paul@thepdmovement.com.
Canadian Privacy Rights (PIPEDA)
For users in Canada, we collect, use, and disclose personal information in accordance with PIPEDA. We collect only the information necessary for the purposes identified in this Policy, and with your knowledge and consent. You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us at paul@thepdmovement.com.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Website. For users in the EU/UK and other jurisdictions requiring consent, non-essential cookies will only be placed after you have provided explicit consent via our cookie consent banner.
Types of cookies we use:
Essential Cookies — Required for the Website to function. Cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.
Marketing Cookies — Used to deliver relevant advertisements (only with your consent).
You may adjust your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preferences tool.
Email Communications
We may send you emails for service updates, announcements, and promotional offers. For users in Canada, we will only send commercial electronic messages with your express or implied consent, in accordance with Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us at paul@thepdmovement.com. Unsubscribe requests will be honored within 10 business days.
Sharing Information with Third Parties
The PD Movement does not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with trusted service providers who assist in operating the Website, subject to confidentiality agreements. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of users.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by applicable law (including within 72 hours under GDPR).
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Children's Privacy
The Website is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain EU jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or by posting a notice on the Website. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
The PD Movement
Email: paul@thepdmovement.com
Website: thepdmovement.com
Effective Date: March 1, 2026