Privacy Policy for Decolinx
Effective Date: Jan 2024
Decolinx is committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other relevant Canadian privacy legislation. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information. By using Decolinx, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
- Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide our services effectively and ensure compliance with Canadian laws.
1.1 Personal Information:
- Full name
- Contact information (email, phone number)
- Professional details (e.g., company name, address, registration number)
- Location data (optional)
1.2 Usage and Technical Data:
- Login credentials (username and password)
- IP addresses and device information
- Interaction and activity data within the platform
1.3 Financial and Transactional Data:
- Payment information for subscription and transactions
- Bidding, RFQs, and project details
1.4 Optional Information:
- Uploaded design portfolios and user-generated content
- Purpose of Collecting Information
We collect and use your information for the following purposes, in compliance with PIPEDA principles:
- Service Delivery: To connect interior designers with furniture suppliers and facilitate seamless interactions.
- Payment Processing: To securely handle subscription payments and project transactions.
- Personalization: To provide recommendations and tailored experiences based on your preferences.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send notifications, and provide updates about our services.
- Analytics and Improvement: To analyze user behavior and improve platform functionality.
- Legal Compliance: To adhere to applicable Canadian laws and regulations.
- Consent
Your consent is required to collect, use, or disclose your personal information. By using Decolinx, you consent to the collection and use of information as described. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us at [Insert Contact Information].
- Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell or share personal information for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information to:
- Service Providers: For hosting, payment processing, and analytics, with strict data confidentiality agreements.
- Partners: For integrated services like Pinterest API (for inspiration boards), as outlined in our user agreement.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or court orders.
We ensure that any third parties handling your data comply with Canadian privacy laws.
- Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer required, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized.
- Your Rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
- Access: Request access to your personal information.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of non-essential data collection or use.
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
- Security of Personal Information
Decolinx employs stringent security measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data in transit.
- Regular security audits and compliance checks.
- Controlled access to sensitive information.
- International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside Canada (e.g., for hosting), it will remain protected under contractual agreements ensuring compliance with Canadian privacy standards.
- Children’s Privacy
Decolinx is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Decolinx uses cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze usage. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in laws or our practices. Changes will be communicated via email or notifications. Continued use of Decolinx after updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.