Privacy Policy

This document outlines how DecisionSurface collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, and institutional affiliation when you contact us or sign up for updates. We also automatically collect certain data about your device and how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to communicate with you about our research, respond to your inquiries, improve our website and services, and ensure the security of our systems. We process data based on your consent, contractual necessity, or our legitimate interest in conducting academic research on distributed decision-making.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist our operations (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of DecisionSurface Lab and others.

Data Security and Retention

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access or disclosure. We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails. To exercise your rights, please contact us at office@decisionsurface.ca.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Contact DecisionSurface Lab

Send us an email

Reach out to our team for inquiries about our research on distributed decision environments, feedback loops, and decentralized governance. We are located at 855 Main Street West, Room 410, Hamilton, ON L8S 1A3. You can also contact us via phone or email. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.