PRIVACY POLICY 2025
Purpose
Purpose
At Private Writing Services, accessible from www.privateresumewriting.ca, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable privacy legislation in Canada.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees of Private Writing Services, with respect to collecting information for the purposes of conducting business. This policy also applies to contractors, volunteers, and outside contractors who have signed a confidentiality contract.
This policy applies to all employees of Private Writing Services, with respect to collecting information for the purposes of conducting business. This policy also applies to contractors, volunteers, and outside contractors who have signed a confidentiality contract.
Consent
By submitting your personal information through our website or using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us directly.
Policy Directives
Information We Collect:
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Contact details: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, employment information, education information, licensing and permit details.
Order Information: Recording and collecting payment information (processed through third-party provider, PayPal).
Employment or Academic Information: Information required for writing resumes and cover letters, adding training certificates, including information regarding associations with regulatory bodies, publications, or periodicals.
Website usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited (via cookies or analytics tools).
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
To provide and deliver customized resume writing and career services
To communicate with you about your order or inquiry
To process transactions securely
To improve our website, services, and client experience
To comply with legal obligations
User Right to Information:
You have the right to:
· Access the personal data we hold about you
· Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
· Request the deletion of your personal data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@privateresumewriting.ca
Cookies & Tracking:
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies, though doing so may affect some site functionality.
Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only under the following circumstances:
With service providers (such as payment processors) who help us deliver our services and are contractually bound to protect your information
When required by law or to respond to legal processes
In emergency situations involving risk to personal safety
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Responsibilities
The Company Director is responsible for ensuring that data is being collected, stored, and used in an appropriate manner in accordance with best business practices.
Private Writing Services operates in Ontario, Canada and complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). We are committed to responsible data handling practices under federal and provincial privacy laws.
The Company Director shall also be responsible for implementing reasonable measures to prevent cyber attacks and is responsible for implementing appropriate cyber safeguards including anti-virus and virus scanning technologies.
Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using physical, organizational, and technological safeguards. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
Procedures
In case of data breach or suspected data breach please contact the Company Director with necessary details for investigation. Once submitted the Company Director shall:
· Open an investigation to ascertain if a data breach has occurred.
· Confirm whether or not a data breach has occurred.
· Inform affected parties of a data breach, next steps, and outcomes.
· Action taken to prevent further breach of information.
· Prepare a company occurrence report outlining the details of data breach, procedures that were implemented relating to the data breach, potential outcomes of the data breach, additional actions or policies that are enacted as a result of data breach.
· Comply with all local statutory regulations in regards to data breach.
· Contact Law Enforcement promptly if criminal activity is suspected cause of data breach.
Compliance & Enforcement
Failure to comply with this policy may result in revocation of services, termination, or litigation related to breach of confidentiality where appropriate.
Compliance and enforcement of Privacy Policy is essential for maintaining the integrity, security, and lawful use of a platform or service.
Users are expected to adhere to the terms outlined. To ensure compliance, the Company Director may monitor activity, investigate reported violations, and employ automated tools or manual review processes. When breaches occur, enforcement actions can range from warnings and temporary suspensions to permanent account termination or legal proceedings, depending on the severity of the violation.
Review & Revision
Private Writing Services (“The Company”) submits a revision of a Privacy Policy, as we may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Related Policies
See also Terms of Service Agreement for Acknowledgement of Limited Liability.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to your privacy or this policy, you may contact us at:
Private Resume Writing
Private Writing Services
Email: info@privateresumewriting.ca
Phone: (437) 595-0838.
Current Date: June 25, 2025
In Effect: June 1, 2025
Last Revised: June 25, 2025
Policy #: 001
Approved By: Company Director