Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 15/06/2026

Introduction

Cherish Innovations Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website ownaword.com (“Site”) and the Own A Word platform. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining full transparency in how we handle your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

• Full name
• Email address
• Payment information (processed securely via Stripe)
• Word submissions and owner stories
• Gift recipient information (name, email, and optional personal message)
• Physical delivery address (only when a physical artifact is selected at checkout)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information to:

• Process and confirm your word ownership purchase
• Deliver your digital certificate and record your ownership on the Word Owners Wall
• Arrange delivery of physical artifacts where selected
• Manage your account and owned words
• Display your name and word publicly on our Word Owners Wall (WOW)
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Send Wednesday and Friday newsletter emails where subscribed
• Improve our platform and services

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third party.

We may share your data with trusted service providers, including:

• Payment processors (Stripe)
• Email marketing tools (MailerLite)
• Web hosting and analytics platforms

All third-party providers are contractually bound to safeguard your information and may not use it for any other purpose.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Provide core platform functionality
• Analyse website traffic and user behaviour
• Personalise your browsing experience

You may opt out of non-essential cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the consent manager on our site.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil its original purpose or as required by applicable laws and regulations in Canada.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
• Request that your name be removed from the Word Owners Wall

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at sayaword@ownaword.com.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data at all times. All payments are handled securely through Stripe and we do not store payment card details on our servers.

8. Children’s Privacy

This platform is not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has submitted personal data to us, please contact us immediately at sayaword@ownaword.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. All revisions will be posted on this page with an updated Last Updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

10. Contact

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to your data or this policy, contact us at: sayaword@ownaword.com

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.