PrivacyPolicy

隐私政策

Our Commitment to Privacy

HTPA Professional Corporation ("HTPA", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information entrusted to us by our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Last Updated: January 2025

Information We Collect

Personal Information

Contact information (name, email, phone number, address)
Business information (company name, industry, role)
Financial information necessary for our services
Tax identification numbers and related documents
Communication preferences and service history

Website Usage Information

IP address and browser information
Pages visited and time spent on our website
Referral sources and search terms
Device and operating system information

How We Use Your Information

Service Delivery

Providing accounting and tax services
Preparing financial statements and reports
Filing tax returns and regulatory documents
Communicating about your account and services

Business Operations

Improving our services and website
Sending relevant updates and newsletters
Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
Protecting against fraud and security threats

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
Service providers: Trusted third parties who assist in delivering our services
Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority
Professional obligations: As required by professional accounting standards
Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards

SSL encryption for data transmission
Secure cloud storage with encryption
Regular security audits and updates
Multi-factor authentication

Administrative Safeguards

Limited access on a need-to-know basis
Employee training on privacy protection
Confidentiality agreements with staff
Regular privacy policy reviews

Your Privacy Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to your personal information
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)

Portability: Request transfer of your information
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for certain uses
Complaint: File a complaint with privacy authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

HTPA Professional Corporation

Privacy Officer

Email: privacy@htpa.ca

Phone: (416) 123-4567

Address: 123 Business Street, Toronto, ON M5V 3A8

We will respond to your privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt.