Privacy Policy

How we handle your information and protect your privacy

Introduction

Hey there, thanks for stopping by our privacy page. Look, we get it - nobody really enjoys reading these things, but we figured you deserve to know exactly what happens with your info when you reach out to us or browse around our site.

At Kyron Valquintor Architecture, we're pretty serious about keeping your personal information safe. We've been designing sustainable spaces for years now, and that same care we put into our projects? Yeah, that extends to how we handle your data too.

This policy covers our website and any communications you might have with us - whether that's through email, phone calls, or filling out forms on our site. If something here doesn't make sense or you've got questions, just give us a shout.

Information We Collect

Alright, so here's what we typically gather when you interact with us:

Personal Contact Details

When you reach out for a consultation or project inquiry, we'll collect stuff like:

  • Your name and how you'd like us to address you
  • Email address and phone number
  • Mailing address if you're discussing a project with a specific location
  • Company name if you're representing a business
Project Information

To actually help you with architectural services, we need to know:

  • Details about your project scope and vision
  • Budget ranges you're working with
  • Timeline expectations
  • Site information and property details
  • Any specific sustainability goals or requirements
Technical Data

Like most websites these days, we automatically collect some technical info:

  • IP address and general location data
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages you visit and how long you stick around
  • Referral sources (how you found us)

How We Use Your Information

We're not gonna beat around the bush here - we use your info to actually do our job and serve you better. Here's the breakdown:

Communication & Consultation

Responding to your inquiries, scheduling meetings, sending project updates, and generally keeping you in the loop about your architectural project.

Service Delivery

Actually designing your spaces, managing projects, coordinating with contractors, and delivering all those services we promised.

Legal & Administrative

Contracts, invoicing, maintaining records as required by Canadian regulations, and covering our bases legally.

Improvement & Analytics

Understanding how people use our site, what services they're interested in, and figuring out how to make things better.

Note: We'll only send you marketing emails if you've specifically opted in. If you change your mind, there's always an unsubscribe link at the bottom.

Who We Share Your Data With

Look, we're not in the business of selling your info to random third parties. That's just not our style. But there are some situations where we need to share data to get the job done:

When we're working on your project, we'll need to share relevant details with structural engineers, contractors, sustainability consultants, and other professionals who are actually building or contributing to the design. They only get what they need to know, nothing more.

We use various tools to run our business - email platforms, cloud storage, project management software, accounting systems. These providers might have access to your data, but they're all bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

If we're legally required to disclose information - like through a court order, government request, or to comply with Canadian regulations - we'll do so. We'll try to let you know first unless we're prohibited from doing that.

We don't sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Period.

Cookies & Tracking

Yeah, we use cookies. Not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. These are small files that help our website work better and remember your preferences.

Type of Cookie What It Does Duration
Essential Cookies Keep the site running smoothly, remember your session, basic security stuff Session/1 year
Analytics Cookies Help us understand which pages people visit, what's popular, where we need to improve 2 years
Preference Cookies Remember your settings and choices so you don't have to keep selecting them 1 year

Control Your Cookies:

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but heads up - some parts of the site might not work as smoothly. Most browsers let you block or delete cookies pretty easily.

Data Security

We take security seriously - probably because we've seen too many sketchy data breaches in the news. Here's what we're doing to keep your info safe:

Encryption

SSL encryption for data transmission and secure storage protocols

Access Control

Limited access to personal data - only team members who need it get it

Secure Servers

Canadian-based servers with regular security updates and backups

Real Talk:

No system is 100% bulletproof, and we're not gonna pretend otherwise. But we're constantly updating our security measures and staying on top of best practices. If there's ever a breach affecting your data, we'll let you know ASAP and tell you exactly what happened.

Your Rights & Choices

Under Canadian privacy laws (including PIPEDA), you've got some solid rights when it comes to your personal information. Here's what you can do:

Access Your Data

Request a copy of all the personal information we have on file about you. We'll get it to you within 30 days.

Correct Information

If something's wrong or outdated, let us know and we'll fix it. We want to keep things accurate too.

Delete Your Data

Request deletion of your personal info. We'll comply unless we've got a legal reason to keep it (like for tax records or ongoing projects).

Withdraw Consent

Change your mind about how we use your data? You can withdraw consent anytime, though it might affect our ability to provide certain services.

How to Exercise Your Rights

Just shoot us an email at info@kyronvalquintor.info or call us at (604) 555-0147. We'll verify your identity (gotta make sure we're talking to the right person) and then handle your request.

We aim to respond within 30 days, but if it's a complex request, we might need a bit more time. We'll keep you updated either way.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We don't hang onto your information forever - that'd be weird and unnecessary. Here's generally how long we keep different types of data:

  • Active Project Data: Throughout the project duration and for 7 years after completion (that's the standard for architectural records in Canada)
  • Consultation Inquiries: Up to 3 years if we don't end up working together, in case you circle back to us
  • Marketing Communications: Until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete your info
  • Financial Records: 7 years minimum (tax law requirements, can't get around that one)

International Data Transfers

We're based in Vancouver, and we try to keep everything within Canada. However, some of our service providers might be located outside Canada - particularly in the United States.

When we do transfer data internationally, we make sure there are proper safeguards in place. We only work with providers who meet stringent privacy standards and have appropriate agreements in place.

If you're concerned about where your data lives, just ask us. We're happy to explain which services involve international transfers.