Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 6, 2025
Introduction
Your privacy matters to us at Forme Douce Studio. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have when you visit this site. The site focuses on learning French, Quebec French for beginners, and cultural content related to Quebec and Canada. By using the site you accept the terms below.
Information we collect
Personal information you give us
You provide personal information when you subscribe to the newsletter, leave a comment, contact us, or sign up for any feature. This may include your name and email address.
Non-personal information we collect automatically
When you visit the site we collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages you view, and time on page. This helps us understand how people use the site.
Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to improve the site and measure traffic. These tools help store basic preferences and help with analytics. If you disable cookies through your browser settings some site features may not work.
How we use information
We use information to:
• provide and improve site content and user experience
• respond to comments and messages you send
• send newsletters if you subscribe
• analyze traffic and trends to improve the site
• meet legal obligations and protect the site
If you subscribe, we will send email updates and newsletter content related to French learning and Quebec culture.
Affiliate links and third-party services
This site may include affiliate links to books, courses, tools, or other resources related to language learning. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase the site might earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate links do not change the editorial nature of posts. We are not responsible for third-party websites, their content, or their privacy practices.
Sharing and disclosure of information
We do not sell your personal information. We share personal information only:
• with service providers who help operate the site, under confidentiality terms
• when required by law or to protect rights and safety
• in connection with a business transfer such as a sale or merger
Data retention and security
We retain personal information only as long as needed to provide services and fulfill the purposes described here. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. No internet transmission is fully secure. Absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Your choices and rights
You have rights over your personal information. These include the right to:
• access the personal information we hold about you
• request correction of inaccurate information
• request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal limits
• unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in our messages
If you want to exercise any right use the Contact page to reach us.
Children’s privacy
This site is not aimed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we collected such information we will delete it.
International visitors
The site is operated from Canada. If you access the site from outside Canada your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada. By using the site you accept that transfer.
California and EU rights
California residents have rights under state privacy laws. EU residents have rights under GDPR, including access, correction, deletion, restriction of processing, and data portability. To exercise these rights contact us through the Contact page.
Third-party analytics and tools
We use analytics services to understand traffic and improve content. Those services collect information under their own policies. We recommend you review third-party privacy notices when you use linked tools or services.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top when we make changes. Continued use of the site after updates indicates your acceptance.
Contact
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy use the Contact page on the site.