Last updated: January 2024
Look, we get it - privacy policies can be a real slog to read through. But here at Gildreon Quinthyros Architecture, we're committed to being straight with you about how we handle your info. We've been designing sustainable spaces across Toronto for years, and we bring that same careful attention to how we treat your personal data.
This policy covers what happens when you visit our site, reach out to us about a project, or work with us on bringing your architectural vision to life. We're based in Canada, so we follow all the relevant Canadian privacy laws - including PIPEDA.
When you're working with an architecture firm, there's gonna be some info exchange - that's just how it goes. Here's what we typically gather:
Your name, email, phone number, mailing address - the basics we need to actually communicate with you about your project. Can't really collaborate on designing your dream space if we can't reach you, right?
Details about what you're looking to build or renovate - property locations, project scope, budget ranges, timeline expectations. Sometimes site photos or property documents if you share 'em with us.
When you browse our website, we collect standard stuff like IP addresses, browser types, and how you navigate through our site. Nothing creepy - just helps us understand how people use our online presence.
We're not in the business of hoarding data for no reason. Everything we collect has a purpose:
We're not selling your info to random third parties - that's not how we operate. But architecture projects involve collaboration, so sometimes we need to share certain details:
Engineers, contractors, sustainability consultants - the folks we work with to make your project happen. They only get what they need to do their part.
Building departments, heritage committees, professional associations - when it's legally required or necessary for permits and approvals.
Our web hosting company, email service, cloud storage - the tech infrastructure that keeps our practice running smoothly.
If we're legally obligated to disclose information - court orders, regulatory investigations, that sort of thing.
Yeah, we use cookies - but not the delicious kind. These are small files that help our website remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our site. Most browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can adjust your settings if you'd rather not.
We use analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to see which pages people visit most, how long they stay, where they're coming from - aggregate data that helps us improve the user experience. We're not tracking you individually across the internet or anything invasive like that.
Under Canadian privacy law, you've got some solid rights when it comes to your personal info:
You can ask us what personal information we have about you. We'll provide it within a reasonable timeframe.
If something's wrong or outdated, let us know and we'll fix it. Accurate info makes everyone's life easier.
Want us to delete your info? We'll do it, unless we're legally required to keep it (like for professional regulation compliance or ongoing project needs).
If you've opted into marketing emails or other communications, you can opt out whenever you want. No hard feelings.
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information - encrypted connections, secure servers, restricted access to sensitive data. That said, no system is 100% bulletproof. We do our best, but can't guarantee absolute security (no one honestly can).
Our team's trained on privacy practices, and we regularly review our security measures to keep up with evolving threats. Project files and client data are stored securely and backed up regularly.
We're required to keep project files and related documentation for at least 10 years after project completion - that's standard professional practice for architects in Ontario. After that retention period, we securely dispose of information we no longer need.
If you just made an inquiry but didn't proceed with a project, we'll typically keep your contact info for a couple years in case you circle back - then we'll delete it if we haven't heard from you.
Privacy laws and our practices evolve over time. We might update this policy occasionally to reflect those changes. When we do, we'll update the date at the top and post the revised version here. For major changes, we'll reach out to active clients directly.
If you've got questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your information, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd rather you ask than wonder, y'know?
info@gildreonquinthyros.info
(416) 555-0123
245 Queen Street West, Suite 800
Toronto, ON M5V 2N2