Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Look, we're architects, not data miners. This policy explains how we handle your info when you reach out to us or browse our site. We keep things straightforward because that's how we work.
What We Collect
When you contact us through the site or email, we'll collect your name, email, phone number if you share it, and whatever details you include about your project. That's pretty much it.
Our website might grab some basic analytics stuff like your IP address, browser type, and which pages you clicked through. Standard web hosting things, nothing weird.
How We Use Your Information
We use your contact info to respond to your inquiries and discuss potential projects. Simple as that. If we're working together, we'll use it to coordinate meetings, share designs, and keep you updated on project progress.
Sometimes we'll send occasional updates about our recent work or new services, but only if you've shown interest. You can opt out anytime - we won't take it personally.
Sharing & Disclosure
We don't sell or rent your personal information to anyone. Period. Your project details and contact info stay with us and our team.
We might share limited info with our consultants or contractors if they're involved in your project, but that's all under professional confidentiality agreements. We're also bound by Canadian privacy laws and architectural professional standards.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your data. Our emails are encrypted, our website uses secure hosting, and we don't leave client files sitting around unprotected. That said, no system is 100% foolproof, but we do our best.
Physical project files and documentation are kept secure in our Toronto studio with restricted access.
Cookies & Tracking
Our site uses minimal cookies to make things work properly and to understand how visitors use the site. Nothing invasive - just basic analytics to help us improve the user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser if you want, though some features might not work as smoothly.
Your Rights
You've got the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information we're holding. Just reach out to us and we'll sort it out. Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA), you've got specific rights about how your data gets handled.
If you want to know what we've got on file or want us to delete everything (outside of legal or contractual obligations), drop us an email at studio@ignorathquinthal.info or give us a call.
Project Photography & Portfolio
We love showcasing our work, but we'll always ask permission before using photos of your project in our portfolio or marketing materials. Client privacy matters, and we'll respect any requests to keep your project confidential.
Third-Party Services
We use some third-party services like email hosting, cloud storage for project files, and web analytics. These providers have their own privacy policies, and we've chosen ones that meet professional standards for data protection.
Retention
We keep your information as long as we're working together, plus a reasonable period after for legal and professional requirements. In architecture, we're often required to retain project documentation for several years. Inquiry emails and contact info from potential clients who don't move forward get cleared out periodically.
Changes to This Policy
We might update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in how we operate or legal requirements. When we do, we'll update the date at the top. Significant changes will be communicated to active clients directly.
Get in Touch
Questions about how we handle your data? Want to exercise your privacy rights? Just contact us:
Ignorath Quinthal Architecture
425 Adelaide Street West, Suite 800
Toronto, ON M5V 3C1, Canada
Phone: (416) 555-0147
Email: studio@ignorathquinthal.info