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Look, We Get It - Nobody Actually Reads These
But honestly? We think you should, at least skim it. We're a small architecture firm in Toronto, not some massive tech giant, and we actually care about keeping your info safe. We've tried to make this as straightforward as possible - no legal jargon that'll make your eyes glaze over.
Here's the deal: when you reach out to us about a project or browse our portfolio, we collect some basic information. We're talking your name, email, maybe some project details if you're getting in touch. That's pretty much it. We're not tracking your every move or selling your data to the highest bidder - that's just not how we roll.
Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number - the basics so we can get back to you about your project. If you call us at (416) 555-2847 or email info@halverionquinthar.info, we'll keep that record.
Project Details: When you're interested in working with us, you might share specifics about your property, budget range, timeline, that sort of thing. We need this stuff to understand if we're a good fit for each other.
Technical Stuff: Like most websites, we see your IP address, what browser you're using, how you navigate our site. It's not personal - we mainly use it to fix bugs and make the site work better.
Photos & Documents: Sometimes clients send us photos of existing spaces, property documents, or inspiration images. We keep these in our secure project files.
Payment Info: If we're working together, we'll need billing details. But heads up - we don't store credit card numbers on our servers. That goes through our payment processor who's way better at securing that stuff than we'd be.
We're pretty straightforward about this. Your information helps us:
- Respond to your inquiries - Can't really quote your renovation project without knowing what you're renovating, right?
- Manage ongoing projects - Keeping track of timelines, deliverables, communication history. Architecture projects aren't quick, so we need to stay organized.
- Send relevant updates - If you've signed up for it, we might send occasional project showcases or industry insights. No spam, promise. You can unsubscribe whenever.
- Improve our services - Understanding what pages people visit helps us know what's interesting and what's not.
- Legal compliance - Sometimes we gotta keep records for regulatory reasons, especially with heritage restoration projects where there's a lot of documentation requirements.
We won't use your info for anything weird or unexpected. If something changes, we'll update this page and let you know.
Short answer: not many people, and definitely not advertisers or data brokers.
Our Team: Obviously, our architects and staff need access to client information to do their jobs. Everyone on our team signs confidentiality agreements.
Project Partners: Sometimes we work with structural engineers, contractors, or specialized consultants. We only share what's necessary for the specific project, and only with your knowledge.
Service Providers: We use a few trusted services - email hosting, cloud storage, accounting software. These companies have access to some data but are contractually obligated to keep it secure.
Legal Requirements: If a court or regulatory body legally requires us to hand over information, we'd have to comply. This is super rare, but it's technically possible.
What We DON'T Do: We don't sell your data. Period. We don't share it with marketing companies. We don't trade it for leads. That's just gross.
We're not cybersecurity experts, but we take reasonable precautions:
- Our website uses SSL encryption (that little lock icon in your browser)
- Client files are stored on secure, encrypted cloud servers with regular backups
- Access to sensitive information is password-protected and limited to staff who need it
- We regularly update our systems and software to patch security vulnerabilities
- Physical documents at our Toronto office (1247 Queen Street West, Suite 302) are kept in locked cabinets
That said, let's be real - no system is 100% foolproof. We do our best, but if there's ever a breach, we'll let you know promptly and tell you what happened and what we're doing about it.
Since we're in Canada, you've got rights under privacy laws like PIPEDA. Here's what you can do:
Access Your Data
Ask us what information we have about you. We'll send you a copy, usually within a few weeks.
Correct Mistakes
If something's wrong or outdated, let us know and we'll fix it.
Delete Your Info
Want us to remove your data? Just ask. We might need to keep some records for legal reasons, but we'll delete what we can.
Opt Out
Unsubscribe from emails anytime. There's always an unsubscribe link at the bottom.
To exercise any of these rights, just shoot us an email at info@halverionquinthar.info or give us a call at (416) 555-2847. We'll get back to you within a reasonable timeframe.
Yeah, we use cookies. Not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. These are small files that help our website work properly and remember your preferences.
Essential Cookies: These make the site function. Like remembering you're logged in or keeping items in a contact form if you navigate away. Can't really turn these off without breaking things.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how people use the site - which pages are popular, where people click, that kind of thing. We use this to improve the user experience. These are optional, and you can disable them in your settings.
Preference Cookies: Remember choices you make, like language settings or cookie preferences themselves.
You can manage your cookie preferences anytime by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button in the sidebar or adjusting your browser settings. Most browsers let you block all cookies, though some parts of the site might not work as well.
If anything here is confusing or you've got questions about your privacy, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd rather you ask than worry about it.
Get In Touch
Email: info@halverionquinthar.info
Phone: (416) 555-2847
Mail: Halverion Quinthar Architects
1247 Queen Street West, Suite 302
Toronto, ON M6K 1L3
Canada
We typically respond within 1-2 business days. If you've got a privacy concern, we'll prioritize it.
Changes to This Policy
We might update this privacy policy from time to time - usually when we add new features or if laws change. We'll post the updated version here with a new date at the top. If it's a major change, we'll probably send an email to let you know.
The best way to stay informed is to check back here occasionally. We promise to keep it as readable as possible.