Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Start Kit ("we", "our", or "us") operates the startkit.ca website and platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and company information including company name and province of operation.

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the service.

Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our service
• To manage your account and organization
• To send transactional emails (account verification, password resets)
• To communicate service updates and changes
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service providers — third-party services that help us operate the platform (hosting, email delivery, payment processing)
• Legal requirements — when required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest, secure password hashing, and regular security assessments.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial legislation, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at [email protected].