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Privacy Policy

We're pretty straightforward about how we handle your info. No legal mumbo-jumbo that'll make your head spin - just clear explanations about what we do with your data and why.

Look, we get it - privacy policies can be a drag. But here's the thing: at Blaze Fortune Architecture, we actually care about keeping your personal information safe. Been doing this since we opened our doors, and we've learned that trust isn't just about designing great buildings.

This policy applies to everyone who interacts with us - whether you're browsing our site, reaching out for a consultation, or working with us on a project. We're based in Toronto, which means we follow Canadian privacy laws (specifically PIPEDA), but honestly, we'd protect your data regardless of what the law says.

By using our website or services, you're agreeing to what's outlined here. If something doesn't sit right with you, shoot us an email and let's talk about it.

Personal Information You Give Us

When you fill out a contact form or send us an inquiry, we'll collect basics like your name, email, phone number, and whatever details you share about your project. If we end up working together, we'll need more - address, company info, project specifics, that sort of thing.

Stuff We Collect Automatically

Like most websites these days, ours picks up some technical data when you visit - your IP address, browser type, which pages you check out, how long you hang around. Nothing creepy, just the usual analytics to help us make the site better.

Project-Related Information

If you're a client, we'll keep records of our conversations, design documents, contracts, payment info, and project files. We need this stuff to do our job properly and keep everything documented for both our sakes.

We're not in the business of hoarding data for no reason. Here's what we actually do with your information:

  • Responding to you - Pretty obvious, but when you reach out, we need your contact info to get back to you
  • Project delivery - All that architectural magic we do requires keeping track of designs, plans, communications, and files
  • Legal obligations - Sometimes we've gotta keep records for regulatory or contractual reasons. Comes with the territory
  • Improving our services - We look at how people use our site to figure out what works and what doesn't
  • Marketing - If you've agreed to it, we might send occasional updates about our projects or services. You can opt out anytime
  • Financial stuff - Processing payments, sending invoices, keeping our books straight

We won't sell your personal info to third parties. That's just not how we operate.

Sometimes we need to share your information, but only when there's a good reason:

Service Providers

We work with vendors who help us run the business - hosting companies, email services, accounting software, project management tools. They only get access to what they need to do their job, and they're contractually bound to keep it confidential.

Project Collaborators

Architecture isn't a solo sport. We might share relevant info with engineers, contractors, consultants, or other professionals involved in your project. But only the stuff they need to know.

Legal Requirements

If the law requires it or we need to protect our rights, we might have to disclose information. We're talking court orders, legal disputes, that kind of scenario - not something that happens often.

Yeah, we use cookies. Not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. These are small files that help our website remember you and work better.

Types of Cookies We Use
  • Essential cookies - Keep the site functioning properly. Can't really turn these off without breaking things
  • Analytics cookies - Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it
  • Preference cookies - Remember your settings and choices

Most browsers let you control cookies through settings. Just heads up - blocking some cookies might make parts of our site wonky.

We also use Google Analytics to track site performance. Google has their own privacy policy if you want the full scoop on how they handle data.

Under Canadian privacy law, you've got some solid rights when it comes to your personal information:

  • Access - You can ask what personal data we have about you
  • Correction - If something's wrong or outdated, let us know and we'll fix it
  • Deletion - You can request we delete your data, though sometimes we're legally required to keep certain records
  • Objection - Don't like how we're using your data? You can object to certain types of processing
  • Withdrawal of consent - If you've given permission for something (like marketing emails), you can take it back anytime
  • Portability - In some cases, you can get your data in a format that's easy to transfer elsewhere

To exercise any of these rights, just shoot us an email at info@blazefortune.info. We'll get back to you within 30 days, usually faster. If you're not happy with our response, you can file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

How We Protect Your Data

We take security seriously. Our website uses SSL encryption, our servers are secure, and we limit who on our team can access personal information. We also use password protection, regular backups, and work with reputable hosting providers.

That said, no system's 100% bulletproof. We do our best, but we can't guarantee absolute security. If there's ever a breach that affects your data, we'll let you know ASAP.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We don't hang onto your information longer than necessary. For project files and client records, we typically keep things for 7 years after project completion - that's standard practice in architecture for legal and professional reasons.

Marketing stuff gets deleted if you unsubscribe or if you haven't engaged with us in a few years. Website analytics data is anonymized and aggregated, so it doesn't really identify you personally anyway.

Got questions about this privacy policy? Something unclear? Just want to chat about how we handle your data? We're here for it.

Get In Touch

Email: info@blazefortune.info

Phone: (416) 555-0847

Mail: 1250 Bay Street, Suite 402, Toronto, ON M5R 2A5, Canada

We'll respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, give us a call - we're usually pretty quick to pick up.

Changes to This Policy

We might update this privacy policy from time to time - usually when laws change or we add new services. When we do, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top. Big changes? We'll probably send an email or post a notice on our site. It's worth checking back occasionally to stay in the loop.