Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 30, 2026

At QASEL, your privacy is a priority. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit qasel.org or use our digital services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information only as necessary to provide our services. This includes:

  • Voluntary Information: Name, email address, and message content provided via our contact or subscription forms.

  • Automated Information: IP addresses, browser types, and usage patterns collected through cookies to improve site performance.

  • Project Data: Information shared during the scope of digital consulting or software development projects.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used strictly for the purposes identified at the time of collection, including:

  • Responding to inquiries and providing technical support.

  • Managing and delivering custom software and data solutions.

  • Sending requested updates or newsletters, in compliance with CASL (Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation).

  • Improving website functionality and user experience.

3. Consent and Choice

We rely on your meaningful consent to process data.

  • Opt-In: For non-essential cookies and marketing communications, we use an explicit opt-in process.

  • Withdrawal: You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting our Privacy Officer or using the “unsubscribe” links in our emails.

4. Data Retention and Security

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the identified purposes or as required by law.

  • Security Measures: We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for data in transit and secure, encrypted storage for data at rest.

  • Privacy by Design: We integrate privacy protections into the development of every digital solution we build.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

QASEL does not sell or rent your personal information. We only share data with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting services, SMTP providers) who are contractually obligated to provide a level of protection comparable to Canadian standards.

6. Your Rights Under Canadian Law

As a Canadian user, you have the following rights:

  • Access: The right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: The right to request that we fix inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Portability (Quebec): The right to receive your data in a structured technological format (per Law 25).

  • De-indexing: The right to request that we stop disseminating your personal information or de-index a hyperlink associated with your name under certain conditions.

7. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at info@qasel.org.