VSDC // PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: April 22, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

VSDC ("the Company," "we," "us") respects the privacy of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information necessary to provide professional design, web development, and consulting services. This includes:

  • Contact Information: Name, corporate entity, and email address provided through inquiry forms or project onboarding.

  • Billing Information: Payment details processed through secure third-party providers (e.g., Stripe). We do not store full credit card numbers on our internal systems.

  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser types, and usage data collected through cookies to optimize website performance and security.

3. USE OF INFORMATION

Information collected is used strictly for the following purposes:

  • Executing professional services and project deliverables.

  • Facilitating financial transactions and internal record-keeping.

  • Communicating project updates, newsletters, and service-related notices.

  • Maintaining the security and integrity of our digital infrastructure.

4. DATA DISCLOSURE AND THIRD PARTIES

VSDC does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. Information may be shared with trusted service providers (such as payment processors and secure cloud storage) strictly to facilitate business operations. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may be located outside of Canada.

5. DATA SECURITY

We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or theft. In the event of a data breach that poses a real risk of significant harm, affected individuals will be notified in compliance with Alberta provincial regulations.

6. RETENTION

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

Under Canadian law, you have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if that information is inaccurate. To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Officer at ping@vsdc.cc.

8. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this website.