Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect and handle your personal information.

Last Updated: December 2024

Introduction

At Phantom Flare Quorion Studios, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, engage our services, or communicate with us.

By using our services or visiting our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
  • Project requirements and specifications
  • Payment and billing information
  • Communication preferences
  • Professional background and company information

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Providing architectural design and consulting services
  • Communicating about projects and service updates
  • Processing payments and managing contracts
  • Improving our services and website functionality
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Marketing our services (with your consent)
  • Analyzing website usage and user behavior

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in delivering our services
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Consent: With your explicit permission for specific purposes
  • Project Collaborators: With consultants, contractors, and partners involved in your project

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

  • Secure data transmission using SSL encryption
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Secure storage and backup procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Your Rights and Choices

Under applicable privacy laws, including PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act), you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Restriction: Request restriction of certain processing activities

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:

  • Duration of our business relationship
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Legitimate business purposes
  • Project documentation and records

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice
  • Obtain your consent for material changes where required by law

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

1425 Queen Street West, Suite 302
Toronto, ON M6K 1M4, Canada

We will respond to your privacy inquiries within 30 days as required by Canadian privacy legislation.