Last Updated: July 31, 2026
 

The Latitude Institute for Security Analysis ("LISA," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of individuals who visit and interact with our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you access or use LISAOrg.com (the "Website"), including when you contact us, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with our services.

By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
 

1. About LISA

The Latitude Institute for Security Analysis (LISA) is an independent research and analysis organization focused on security, defence, geopolitical affairs, military strategy, intelligence, emerging technologies, and global conflicts.

LISA publishes research, analysis, commentary, and other informational materials for researchers, students, policymakers, defence professionals, and members of the public.

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through the Website and does not necessarily apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked to or referenced by LISA.
 

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with the Website, we may collect certain information.
 

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including when you:

• Contact us through a contact form or email;

• Subscribe to a newsletter or mailing list;

• Submit an inquiry or request;

• Submit feedback;

• Apply to participate in research, projects, or other LISA activities;

• Submit information for potential publication or consideration;

• Participate in surveys, interviews, or research activities; or

• Otherwise communicate with LISA.

This information may include your:

• Name;

• Email address;

• Organization or affiliation;

• Professional title or role;

• Contact information;

• Information contained in your message or correspondence; and

• Any other information you voluntarily choose to provide.

You should avoid submitting sensitive personal information through the Website unless it is specifically requested and necessary for the purpose for which it is collected.
 

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Website, certain technical information may be collected automatically. This may include:

• IP address;

• Browser type and version;

• Device type;

• Operating system;

• General geographic location derived from IP address;

• Referring website or webpage;

• Pages visited;

• Date and time of access;

• Time spent on pages;

• Links or content interacted with; and

• Other technical or usage information.

This information may be collected through server logs, analytics services, cookies, pixels, and similar technologies.

We generally use this information in aggregate or de-identified form to understand how visitors use the Website, improve functionality, monitor performance, and maintain security.
 

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze website traffic, remember preferences, and understand how visitors interact with our content.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser.

Cookies may be used for purposes including:

• Essential website functionality;

• Website security;

• Analytics and performance measurement;

• Remembering user preferences;

• Improving the Website and user experience; and

• Understanding general visitor engagement.

You may be able to control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the Website.

Where required by applicable law, LISA will seek appropriate consent before placing non-essential cookies or using similar technologies.
 

4. Analytics

LISA may use third-party analytics services to understand how visitors interact with the Website and to improve our content and services.

These services may collect information such as:

• Pages visited;

• Approximate location;

• Device and browser information;

• Referral sources;

• Website interactions; and

• General usage patterns.

Analytics providers may process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

LISA may periodically change or update the analytics services used by the Website. Where applicable, information collected by third-party analytics providers is subject to their respective privacy policies and terms.
 

5. How We Use Personal Information

We may use personal information for purposes including:

• Responding to inquiries and communications;

• Providing requested information or services;

• Managing newsletter or mailing-list subscriptions;

• Sending research updates, publications, or organizational communications where permitted;

• Operating, maintaining, and improving the Website;

• Understanding website usage and audience engagement;

• Conducting research and analysis;

• Managing organizational activities;

• Preventing fraud, abuse, or unauthorized activity;

• Protecting the security and integrity of the Website;

• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations; and

• Other purposes that are reasonably related to the purposes for which the information was collected.

We will not use personal information for purposes that are materially inconsistent with the purposes described in this Privacy Policy without obtaining appropriate consent, where required by law.
 

6. Legal Basis and Consent

Where required by applicable privacy legislation, LISA will obtain consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information.

Consent may be express or implied depending on the nature and sensitivity of the information and the applicable legal requirements.

You may withdraw your consent to certain uses of your personal information at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.

If you withdraw consent, we may no longer be able to provide certain services or respond to certain requests.

Withdrawal of consent does not affect the legality of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.
 

7. Email Communications and Newsletters

If you voluntarily subscribe to an LISA newsletter or mailing list, we may use your email address to send you communications such as:

• Research publications;

• New analysis and reports;

• Organizational updates;

• Announcements;

• Events; and

• Other communications related to LISA.

You may unsubscribe from non-essential email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe mechanism included in the communication or by contacting us directly.

LISA will comply with applicable Canadian anti-spam and electronic communications laws, including Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), where applicable.
 

8. Disclosure of Personal Information

LISA does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

We may disclose personal information in limited circumstances, including to:

• Service providers that assist in operating the Website or providing organizational services;

• Email and newsletter service providers;

• Website hosting and infrastructure providers;

• Analytics and technology providers;

• Professional advisers, where necessary;

• Law enforcement or government authorities where required or permitted by law;

• Courts or other legal bodies in response to valid legal processes; or

• Other parties where you have provided consent or where disclosure is otherwise permitted or required by applicable law.

Third-party service providers may process or store information outside Canada. Where this occurs, the information may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction in which it is processed or stored.

LISA takes reasonable steps to ensure that third parties receiving personal information provide an appropriate level of protection consistent with applicable privacy obligations.
 

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, publications, social media accounts, research organizations, or other external resources.

LISA is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, content, or policies of third-party websites.

When you leave the Website or interact with a third-party service, your information may be governed by that third party's privacy policy and terms of use.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website or service before providing personal information.
 

10. Embedded Content

The Website may include embedded content or functionality provided by third parties, including but not limited to:

• Videos;

• Maps;

• Social media content;

• Charts or data visualizations;

• External publications;

• Research databases; and

• Other third-party content.

Embedded content may function in the same manner as if you had visited the third-party website directly. These third parties may collect information about your interaction with their content, including through cookies or other tracking technologies.

LISA does not control the privacy practices of third-party providers.
 

11. Research, Public Sources, and Open-Source Intelligence

LISA conducts research using publicly available information and open-source intelligence (OSINT).

In the course of conducting research, LISA may reference information that is already publicly available, including information published by governments, public institutions, media organizations, academic institutions, and other public sources.

LISA does not intentionally collect personal information for research purposes beyond what is reasonably necessary for legitimate research and analytical activities.

Where LISA publishes information concerning individuals, organizations, or events, we seek to rely on publicly available information and legitimate research purposes. We aim to exercise appropriate care in verifying information and presenting it in an accurate and responsible manner.

The publication of publicly available information does not mean that LISA endorses, verifies, or guarantees the accuracy of every third-party source.
 

12. Research Submissions and Correspondence

If you voluntarily provide information to LISA for research, publication, commentary, or analysis, we may use that information for the purposes for which it was provided.

Unless otherwise agreed, LISA may review and evaluate submitted materials to determine whether they are appropriate for publication or research purposes.

If you provide information on a confidential basis, you should clearly identify the information as confidential at the time of submission. However, submitting information to LISA does not automatically create a confidential, journalist-source, solicitor-client, or other legally privileged relationship.

LISA may be required to disclose information where required by law or valid legal process.
 

13. Information Security

LISA takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Security measures may include:

• Access controls;

• Password protection;

• Encryption where appropriate;

• Secure hosting and infrastructure;

• Monitoring and security practices; and

• Limiting access to personal information to individuals who reasonably require it.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.

Accordingly, LISA cannot guarantee that personal information will always be completely secure.
 

14. Data Retention

LISA retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to maintain appropriate records, to resolve disputes, to enforce agreements, or to comply with legal obligations.

The length of time information is retained depends on factors including:

• The nature and purpose of the information;

• Whether an ongoing relationship exists;

• Legal or regulatory requirements;

• Operational requirements; and

• The need to protect LISA's legal rights and interests.

When personal information is no longer required, LISA will take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy, or anonymize it, subject to applicable legal requirements.
 

15. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live and the applicable privacy laws, you may have rights concerning your personal information.

These rights may include the right to:

• Request access to personal information held about you;

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;

• Withdraw consent to certain uses of your information;

• Request information about how your personal information is collected, used, or disclosed;

• Request deletion of information where legally applicable;

• Object to certain processing activities; and

• Make a complaint regarding the handling of your personal information.

Some rights may be subject to legal limitations or exceptions.

To exercise a privacy right, please contact LISA using the contact information provided below.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
 

16. Children's Privacy

The Website is not specifically directed toward children.

LISA does not knowingly collect personal information from children in circumstances where such collection would be prohibited by applicable law.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to LISA in circumstances where it should not have been collected, please contact us so that we can review and take appropriate action.
 

17. International Visitors

LISA is based in Canada, but the Website may be accessible from anywhere in the world.

If you access the Website from outside Canada, your information may be collected, processed, or stored in Canada or other jurisdictions where LISA or its service providers operate.

Privacy laws in those jurisdictions may differ from the laws of your country or region.

By using the Website, you acknowledge that information may be processed in jurisdictions outside your place of residence, subject to applicable legal requirements.
 

18. Changes to This Privacy Policy

LISA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or organizational activities.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

If significant changes are made, LISA may provide additional notice where appropriate or required by law.

We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to remain informed about how we handle personal information.
 

19. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or LISA's privacy practices, please contact us.

Latitude Institute for Security Analysis (LISA)

Website: LISAOrg.com

Location: Canada

For privacy-related inquiries, please include sufficient information for us to understand and respond to your request.
 

20. Complaints

If you have concerns about how LISA has handled your personal information, we encourage you to contact us first so that we can investigate and attempt to resolve your concern.

You may also have the right to submit a complaint to the privacy regulator responsible for your jurisdiction.

For individuals located in Canada, the appropriate privacy oversight authority may depend on the province or territory in which you reside and the nature of the organization or activity involved.

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