Privacy Policy

At North Lotto Report ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users ("you" or "players"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, NorthLottoReport.com, and use our lottery services.

We operate in strict accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy and gaming regulations in Canada.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to provide a secure, licensed, and regulated gaming environment. This includes:

1.1 Personal Identification Information

• Identity Verification: Full name, date of birth, and residential address to verify you are 19+ and a resident of an authorized Canadian jurisdiction.
• Contact Details: Email address and phone number for account management and winner notifications.
• Government ID: Copies of government-issued identification (e.g., Driver's License, Passport) may be requested for prize claims over a certain threshold.

1.2 Financial Information

To process ticket purchases and prize payouts, we collect payment information, such as credit card details or bank account numbers. Note: We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. All transactions are processed through PCI-DSS compliant payment gateways.

1.3 Technical and Usage Data

• Geolocation Data: We are legally required to verify that you are physically located within an authorized jurisdiction at the time of purchase. We use GPS, IP address, and Wi-Fi data to determine your location.
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers to prevent fraud and ensure website security.
• Gaming Activity: Records of your draws entered, numbers selected, transaction history, and responsible gambling limits.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used primarily to facilitate the lottery service and ensure compliance with the law:

• To process your registration and verify your age (19+).
• To manage your account and process ticket orders.
• To determine and pay out winnings securely.
• To detect and prevent fraud, money laundering, and underage gambling.
• To comply with regulatory reporting requirements from Provincial Gaming Authorities.
• To provide customer support and respond to inquiries.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data with third parties in the following strictly regulated circumstances:

3.1 Regulatory Authorities

We are required to report significant winnings, suspicious transactions, and audit data to the relevant Provincial Gaming Authorities and federal bodies (such as FINTRAC) as mandated by Canadian law.

3.2 Service Providers

We employ trusted third-party companies to facilitate our service, including:

• Identity Verification Services: To automatically confirm age and identity.
• Payment Processors: To handle secure deposits and withdrawals.
• Geolocation Services: To ensure compliance with geo-fencing rules.

These providers have access to your personal data only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

Typically, account transaction data is retained for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with financial regulations.

5. Security of Your Data

The security of your data is paramount. We implement robust security measures, including:

• SSL Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
• Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions.
• Regular Audits: Our systems undergo regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements).
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

7. Cookies Policy

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service (e.g., staying logged in).

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]
Address: PO Box 1234, Station Main, Toronto, ON, Canada