Purpose

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform users of our Site about:

1. The personal data we collect

2. How we use collected data

3. Who has access to the collected data

4. The rights of Site users

5. Security measures to protect your personal data

6. Data retention policies

7. How to opt-out or request changes to your data

This Privacy Policy applies in addition to the Terms and Conditions of our Site.

Consent

By using our Site, users agree to the following:

1. The conditions set out in this Privacy Policy

2. The collection, use, and retention of personal data as described in this Privacy Policy

Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that helps us achieve the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will not collect additional data without notifying you first.

Data Collected Automatically:
When you visit and use our Site, we may automatically collect and store the following information:

• Location

• Clicked links

• Browser type and operating system

Data Collected in a Non-Automatic Way:
We may also collect the following data when you perform certain functions on our Site, such as filling out a contact form:

• Name

• Email address

• Any information you voluntarily provide through communication

How We Use Personal Data

Data collected on our Site will only be used for the purposes specified in this Privacy Policy or on the relevant pages of our Site. The data we collect may be used for the following:

• Automatically Collected Data: Used for analytics to understand website performance and improve user experience.

• Data Collected through Contact Forms: Used for communication and providing customer support.

Who We Share Personal Data With

We may share personal data with the following:

Employees and Contractors:
We may disclose user data to our employees, contractors, or sub-contractors who reasonably need access to achieve the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy.

Third-Party Service Providers:
We may share data with the following third-party services to enhance the website experience and functionality:

• Google Analytics: For tracking and website performance.

• Mailchimp: For email newsletters.

Other Disclosures:
We will not sell or share your personal data with other third parties except in the following circumstances:

• If required by law

• For any legal proceedings

• To protect our legal rights

• In the event we sell our company or part of it

If you follow hyperlinks to third-party websites, we are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices.

Cross-Border Data Transfers

We may transfer your personal data outside Canada, including to countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your home country. Where required by applicable law, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to protect your personal data.

How Long We Store Personal Data

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Analytics data may be retained for up to 36 months to improve our website performance.

• Transaction-related data is retained for legal and regulatory reasons for up to 6 years.

How We Protect Your Personal Data

We implement strong encryption and other security measures to protect user data. All data is only accessible to authorized employees and contractors who are bound by confidentiality agreements. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users without undue delay and provide information on the nature of the breach.

While we take all reasonable steps to protect your data, the Internet can sometimes be insecure, and we cannot guarantee full security.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or use personal data from children under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will delete the data immediately. Parents or guardians can contact us if they believe their child has provided personal data without consent.

How to Access, Modify, Delete, or Challenge Your Data

You have the right to access, modify, delete, or challenge the personal data we have collected. To make such a request, contact our privacy officer:

Privacy Officer Contact Information:
Name: Tahiana Schwan
Email: contact@houseofbcoming.com
Address:
1427 Bellevue Ave - PO Box 91491,
West Vancouver, BC
V7V 3N6, Canada

We will respond to your request within 30 days of receiving it. If more time is needed, we will notify you.

Do Not Track (DNT) Notice

We do not track users of our Site over time or across third-party websites, and therefore, we do not respond to browser-initiated "Do Not Track" signals.

How to Opt-Out of Data Collection, Use, or Disclosure

To opt-out of certain uses of your personal data, including marketing emails, follow these methods:

• Marketing Emails: You can opt-out by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email.

Data Anonymization and Aggregation

We may anonymize or aggregate personal data for research and statistical purposes. Once data is anonymized, it is no longer considered personal data and cannot be used to identify you.

Modifications to This Privacy Policy

We may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or to remain compliant with legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" and notify users via email or by posting a notice on our Site.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about your privacy rights, please contact us:

Privacy Officer: Tahiana Schwan
Email: contact@houseofbcoming.com
Address:
1427 Bellevue Ave - PO Box 91491,
West Vancouver, BC
V7V 3N6, Canada