At Own A Corp, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled with care and respect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

By using our services and providing your personal information, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with our services, we collect the following types of personal information:

A. Personal Identification Information:

• Name
• Date of birth
• Contact information (e.g., email address, phone number)
• Address (e.g., home or business address)
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) or Business Number (BN) for incorporation

B. Business Information:

• Business name
• Type of business (e.g., corporation, sole proprietorship)
• Director and shareholder details (name, address, date of birth)
• Registered office address
• Articles of Incorporation or Partnership Agreement

C. Financial Information:

• Payment details (e.g., credit card information for billing purposes)

D. Communication Records:

• Any information or communication you provide to us through emails, phone calls, or contact forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Our Services: To incorporate your business, assist with legal document preparation, and manage your corporate compliance.
• Customer Support: To respond to inquiries, resolve issues, and provide customer service.
• Billing and Payments: To process payments and manage transactions related to our services.
• Legal Compliance: To meet legal requirements, such as filing incorporation documents with the relevant government authorities.
• Marketing and Promotions: To inform you about updates, new services, promotions, and other marketing materials (if you have opted into receiving them).

We will only use your personal information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as otherwise permitted or required by law.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal data in the following situations:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as payment processors, legal advisors, and IT service providers. These service providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information to comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests (such as subpoenas or court orders), or protect our rights or the rights of others.
• Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We implement various security measures to ensure the protection of your personal information. These measures include:

• Encryption: Sensitive information, such as payment details, is transmitted securely using industry-standard encryption protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS).
• Access Control: We limit access to your personal data to only those employees or service providers who need it to perform their job duties.
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits to ensure our systems are up-to-date and adequately protected from unauthorized access.

While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot ensure the absolute security of your personal data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic, remember your preferences, and improve website functionality.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect the functionality of certain website features.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Under Canadian privacy law, you have the following rights:

• Access to Your Information: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction of Information: You may request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal information.
• Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent to the collection and use of your personal information at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails or other marketing materials by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or contacting us directly.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights or have any concerns about your data, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Retention of Your Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make any material changes, we will post the updated policy on our website with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Own A Corp
Email: register@ownacorp.ca
Phone:+1 (613) 805-9601