Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 25, 2025

BuildArk Corporation is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our users in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

When you interact with our website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number (if applicable)

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information (e.g., mobile, desktop)
• Referring website
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Geographic location (based on your IP address)

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to analyze website traffic, remember your preferences, and track interactions using Google Analytics. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To analyze website traffic and user behavior.
• To improve website functionality and design.
• To respond to inquiries or requests.
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party providers to help us operate our website and analyze user behavior.

a. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on the website, and referring websites. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user behavior. For more information on how Google collects and processes data, visit: Google Analytics Privacy Policy.

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: To assist in website analytics or support (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Legal Obligations: If required by law or to protect our rights and comply with regulations.

5. Your Rights Under PIPEDA

As a resident of Canada, you have the following rights under PIPEDA:

• Access: Request access to your personal information that we hold.
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data collection and processing, where applicable.
• File Complaints: If you feel your privacy rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

6. Cookie Policy

Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and collect information about your interactions with our website.

a. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to analyze user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).

b. Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain website features.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.

8. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed outside of Canada. When this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: noah@buildark.ca

Phone: 613-619-4723

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at:

https://www.priv.gc.ca/

Phone: 1-800-282-1376