We're pretty serious about keeping your information safe and sound
Last updated: January 2024
Look, we get it - privacy policies aren't exactly exciting reading material. But here at Emberlyn Quinthor Architecture, we think you deserve to know exactly what happens with your personal info when you work with us or visit our site.
We've been designing sustainable spaces across Toronto since day one, and that same care we put into our architectural work? Yeah, we apply it to protecting your data too. This policy covers everything from initial consultations to project completion and beyond.
Project info, design preferences, and communication records are stored securely throughout our collaboration.
Basic browsing data and contact form submissions are handled with care and never sold to third parties.
Depending on how you interact with us, we might collect different types of information. Here's the breakdown:
We're not gonna beat around the bush - here's exactly what we do with the info you share:
Obviously, we need your contact details to actually work with you. This includes sending design proposals, scheduling site visits, sharing project updates, and keeping you in the loop about timelines and budgets. We're pretty communicative during projects - it's kinda necessary when you're building something together.
Architecture in Canada comes with legal requirements - building permits, zoning compliance, professional standards, all that fun stuff. We maintain records as required by Ontario's architectural regulations and general business law. Nothing shady, just covering our bases and yours.
We check out how folks use our website to make it better. Which pages get the most views? Where do people spend time? This helps us figure out what content's actually useful and what needs work. It's basic stuff, really.
With your explicit permission, we might feature completed projects in our portfolio. We always ask first and respect if you'd rather keep things private. Some clients love the publicity, others prefer discretion - we're cool either way.
Let's be straight - we don't sell your data. Period. But architecture projects involve collaboration, so here's who might see your info:
Project specs and site details go to construction teams. They can't build your dream space without the blueprints.
Building departments, permit offices, and sometimes lawyers when contracts are involved. Standard procedure.
Structural engineers, sustainability experts, landscape designers - specialists who help make projects awesome.
Important: All third parties we work with are bound by confidentiality agreements. They can't use your information for anything beyond the specific project we're collaborating on.
We take data security pretty seriously. Here's what we do to keep your information locked down:
All emails and file transfers use encryption. No one's snooping on our conversations.
Project files live in password-protected, encrypted cloud systems with regular backups.
Only team members directly working on your project can access your information. No free-for-all here.
We review and update our security practices regularly to stay ahead of potential threats.
Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA specifically), you've got some solid rights when it comes to your personal data. Here's what you can do:
Yeah, we use cookies - not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. Here's the deal with what's tracking you on our site:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Make the website actually work - login sessions, form submissions, basic functionality | Session/30 days |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand what pages are popular and how people navigate the site | 1-2 years |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings like language preferences or display options | 1 year |
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