Privacy Policy

How we handle your info at Thalorien Forge

Last Updated: October 27, 2025

Look, we get it - nobody actually enjoys reading privacy policies. But here at Thalorien Forge, we're pretty serious about keeping your personal info safe while you're booking that much-needed escape into the wilderness. We've tried to keep this straightforward and honest, 'cause that's just how we roll up here in the mountains.

What Info We're Actually Collecting

When you book a stay with us or sign up for our spa services, we'll need some basics to make your visit happen:

  • Personal details: Your name, email, phone number - the usual stuff so we can confirm your reservation and reach you if needed.
  • Payment information: Credit card details for securing your booking. We use encrypted processing, so your financial data isn't just sitting around on our servers.
  • Stay preferences: Room type, dietary requirements, spa appointments - basically anything that'll make your experience better.
  • Special requests: Anniversary surprises, mobility needs, allergy info - we keep notes so we can personalize your visit.
  • Website activity: Cookies and analytics that help us understand how folks navigate our site (like which pages actually get read and which ones don't).

What We Do With Your Data

We're not in the business of selling your info to random third parties. Here's what we actually use it for:

Processing your bookings - confirming reservations, sending you details about your stay
Communication - updates about your reservation or answering your questions
Service improvement - figuring out what's working and what needs tweaking
Marketing - sending occasional emails about special offers (you can opt out anytime)
Legal stuff - keeping records for tax and regulatory compliance
Safety & security - protecting against fraud and ensuring everyone's well-being

How We're Protecting Your Stuff

We've got industry-standard security measures in place - encrypted connections, secure servers, restricted access to sensitive data. Our team's trained on privacy protocols, and we regularly update our systems to keep ahead of potential threats.

That said, no system's 100% bulletproof. We do everything we reasonably can, but it's worth knowing that internet transmission always carries some level of risk.

Who Else Sees Your Info

We only share your data when it's necessary to deliver our services or when we're legally required to:

  • Service providers: Payment processors, booking platforms, email services - basically the tech that keeps things running smoothly.
  • Wellness partners: If you book a guided wilderness adventure or workshop, we'll share relevant details with those providers.
  • Legal obligations: If the law says we gotta hand something over, we will. But we'll let you know unless we're prohibited from doing so.
  • Business transfers: In the unlikely event we sell or merge, your info might transfer to new ownership (they'd still be bound by this policy though).

About Cookies (Not the Chocolate Chip Kind)

Our website uses cookies - those little data files that remember your preferences and help us track site performance. We use 'em for:

  • Keeping you logged in during your session
  • Remembering your language and currency preferences
  • Understanding which pages are popular and which ones need work
  • Serving relevant ads when you're browsing elsewhere online

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but heads up - some features might not work as smoothly.

Your Rights & Choices

Your data belongs to you. Here's what you can do with it:

Access

Request a copy of what personal info we've got on file for you

Correction

Update or fix any inaccurate information in your profile

Deletion

Ask us to delete your data (within legal limitations)

Opt-out

Unsubscribe from marketing emails anytime (there's a link at the bottom)

To exercise any of these rights, just shoot us an email at reservations@thalorienforge.info or give us a call at (250) 867-5309. We'll get back to you within 30 days.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We hold onto your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and meet legal requirements. Generally speaking:

  • Booking details: We keep 'em for 7 years (tax and accounting regulations, y'know)
  • Marketing preferences: Until you tell us to stop or your account's been inactive for 3 years
  • Website analytics: Typically aggregated and anonymized after 26 months

After that, we'll securely delete or anonymize your info unless there's a legitimate reason to keep it longer.

Kids' Privacy

Our services aren't directed at children under 13, and we don't knowingly collect their personal information. If you're a parent and think we've somehow collected data from your child, let us know right away and we'll delete it ASAP.

International Data Transfers

We're based in Canada, but some of our service providers operate in other countries. When your data crosses borders, we make sure it's protected according to Canadian privacy standards (PIPEDA) and relevant international frameworks. Your info's covered no matter where it travels.

Updates to This Policy

Things change, and sometimes we'll need to update this privacy policy to reflect new practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll post a notice on our website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top. If you've got an account with us, we might also send you an email heads-up. Continuing to use our services after changes means you're cool with the updated policy.

Questions or Concerns?

We're here to help if you've got questions about how we handle your data or if you wanna exercise any of your privacy rights. Seriously, don't hesitate to reach out:

Address:
1847 Mountain Forge Road
Whistler, BC V8E 0X3
Canada