Privacy Policy
How ScotiaConnect collects, uses, and protects information when you visit this website.
This privacy policy explains how ScotiaConnect handles information collected from visitors to sconnectonline.gr.com. ScotiaConnect is an independent informational resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by Scotiabank or any financial institution. This policy applies solely to information collected through this website and describes the data practices in effect as of the last update date shown at the bottom of this page.
Information We Collect
ScotiaConnect collects limited information through standard website operations. When you visit sconnectonline.gr.com, our web hosting infrastructure automatically receives and logs certain technical data transmitted by your browser. This includes your Internet Protocol address, browser type and version, operating system, referring page URL, pages visited on this site, time and date of each visit, and the duration of your session. This information is collected through server logs and is used for aggregate traffic analysis, site performance monitoring, and security purposes.
ScotiaConnect does not require user accounts, registrations, or logins. We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, financial account numbers, credit card information, social insurance numbers, or any other personally identifiable information through this website. ScotiaConnect does not operate a newsletter, mailing list, comment section, or contact form that would require submission of personal data. Any links on ScotiaConnect pages that point to external financial services, banking portals, or government resources lead to third-party websites that operate under their own privacy policies.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
ScotiaConnect uses minimal cookie technology for essential site functions. Session cookies may be set to maintain page state during your visit and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. ScotiaConnect does not use persistent tracking cookies, third-party advertising cookies, or cross-site tracking mechanisms. We do not deploy analytics platforms, behavioral tracking scripts, social media pixels, or retargeting technologies that would build a profile of your browsing activity across websites or sessions.
Browser settings allow you to control cookie behavior including blocking all cookies, deleting cookies after each session, or receiving notifications when a website attempts to set a cookie. ScotiaConnect pages remain functional if cookies are disabled in your browser, though some visual preferences such as font loading may rely on cached resources that are not cookie-dependent. ScotiaConnect does not respond to Do Not Track browser signals because we do not conduct the type of tracking that Do Not Track signals are designed to prevent.
How We Use Collected Information
Server log data is used exclusively for internal purposes: monitoring site availability and performance, analyzing aggregate traffic patterns to understand which pages visitors find most useful, detecting and preventing abuse or unauthorized access attempts, and complying with legal obligations where applicable. ScotiaConnect does not use log data to identify individual visitors, build visitor profiles, or make automated decisions that affect individual visitors. Aggregate statistics derived from log data — such as total page views or most-visited pages — may be referenced internally but are not sold, licensed, or shared with third parties for commercial purposes.
ScotiaConnect does not use any information collected through this website for marketing, advertising, personalization, or recommendation purposes. We do not send unsolicited communications, promotional materials, or follow-up messages because we do not collect contact information. ScotiaConnect does not participate in data broker networks, affiliate tracking programs, or user data marketplaces.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
ScotiaConnect does not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer visitor information to third parties. We do not share server log data with advertisers, data brokers, analytics providers, or any commercial entity. ScotiaConnect may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights or safety of ScotiaConnect, visitors to this website, or the public. In such an unlikely event, disclosure would be limited to the specific information legally required.
Links on ScotiaConnect pages to external websites — including links to Scotiabank online banking, the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, and other third-party resources — direct you to websites that are not operated by ScotiaConnect. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, data collection policies, or content of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any website you visit after leaving sconnectonline.gr.com.
Data Security
ScotiaConnect implements reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect server log data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include network security controls, access restrictions to server infrastructure, and regular review of security configurations. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the Internet is completely secure. ScotiaConnect cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted to or stored on our web servers.
Because ScotiaConnect does not collect personally identifiable information, a security incident affecting our server logs would not expose names, contact details, financial information, or other sensitive personal data. Log data consists of technical browser and network information as described in the Information We Collect section above and is retained only for as long as necessary for the operational purposes described in this policy.
Data Categories Summary
| Data Category | Collected? | Purpose | Shared? |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP Address | Yes (server logs) | Traffic analysis, security | No |
| Browser Type & Version | Yes (server logs) | Compatibility monitoring | No |
| Pages Visited | Yes (server logs) | Aggregate usage analysis | No |
| Referring URL | Yes (server logs) | Traffic source analysis | No |
| Name, Email, Phone | No | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Financial Account Data | No | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Persistent Cookies | No | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Children's Privacy
ScotiaConnect is a general-audience informational website covering personal banking, business financing, wealth management, and digital banking topics. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of thirteen, and we do not design any part of this website to attract or target children. If we become aware that information from a child under thirteen has been inadvertently collected through this website, we will delete it promptly.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding personal data. Under Canadian privacy law including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, individuals have the right to access personal information held by an organization and to challenge its accuracy. Because ScotiaConnect does not collect personal information through this website, the practical application of these rights to our data practices is limited. ScotiaConnect does not maintain user profiles, account records, or personal data repositories that would be subject to access or correction requests.
For jurisdictions with comprehensive data protection frameworks such as the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation, ScotiaConnect's data processing activities are minimal as described throughout this policy. We do not process personal data for purposes that require consent, legitimate interest assessments, or data protection impact assessments because we do not collect the categories of data that trigger these obligations. If you have questions about data protection rights as they apply to your use of ScotiaConnect, you may contact the privacy authority in your jurisdiction for guidance.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
ScotiaConnect may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in data practices, legal requirements, or website operations. When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Material changes that significantly affect how visitor information is handled will be noted more prominently. Continued use of ScotiaConnect after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage visitors to review this page periodically for the most current privacy information.
Contact
For questions about this privacy policy or ScotiaConnect's data practices, please refer to the contact page for general inquiries. Because ScotiaConnect is an independent informational resource and not a financial institution, privacy-related inquiries should not include sensitive personal or financial information. For questions about how Scotiabank or other financial institutions handle personal data, please consult the privacy policy published on their respective official websites.
Last updated: May 2026