Privacy Policy
Last updated: Mar 2026
Digital Blueprint (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit digitalblueprint.ca, use our services, or interact with our digital tools.
Your privacy matters to us — and so does your trust.
This policy explains, in plain language, what information we collect when you visit our website or use our services, why we collect it, how we protect it, and the control you have over it. We believe transparency builds better relationships — so we’ve written this to be clear and readable, not full of legal jargon.
1. What We Collect and Why
We only collect information that helps us serve you better. Here’s a transparent breakdown of what that includes:
1.1 Information You Choose to Share With Us
When you fill out a form, book a consultation, or send us an email, you choose what to share with us. This typically includes:
- Your name and contact details (email, phone number)
- Business name and relevant business information
- Project goals, challenges, and details you share in inquiries
- Payment information — processed securely by third-party providers; we never store card details
- Any messages, questions, or notes submitted through our forms
Why we collect it: To respond to you, provide the services you’ve requested, and tailor our proposals to your specific needs. You are always in control of what you share.
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1.2 Information That Helps Us Improve the Website
Like most websites, ours automatically receives some basic technical data when you visit. This helps us understand how our site performs and how we can improve your experience.
| Data Point | What It Tells Us |
| IP address | General geographic region (country/city level only) |
| Browser & device type | How to optimize the site for different screens |
| Pages visited & time on site | Which content is most helpful to visitors |
| Referring URLs | How you found us (e.g., Google search, social media) |
Note: This data is aggregated and anonymized. We see trends and patterns, not individual identities.
1.3 Cookies — Small Files That Make Your Visit Smoother
Cookies are small text files saved to your browser that help websites remember your preferences and work properly. We use them to:
- Keep the site running smoothly and load pages faster
- Remember your preferences so you don’t have to re-enter information
- Understand which parts of our site are most useful
- Measure the performance of any marketing campaigns we run
You’re in control: You can disable or clear cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers also let you block third-party cookies specifically. Note that disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.
2. How Your Information Works for You
We use your information only for purposes that genuinely serve you and improve the quality of our work. Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Delivering our services — Using your project details to build websites, run campaigns, and set up systems tailored to your goals
- Responding to your inquiries — Getting back to you promptly with relevant, helpful answers
- Sending useful communications — Sharing updates, tips, and service information — only when you’ve opted in, and always with an easy opt-out
- Improving our website — Analyzing performance data to make our site faster, clearer, and more helpful
- Personalizing your experience — Remembering your preferences so interactions feel relevant, not generic
- Enhancing our AI and automation tools — Improving the smart systems we use to deliver better, faster results for clients
- Meeting legal obligations — Retaining certain records as required by Canadian law
We do not use your data for purposes beyond what’s listed here without informing you first.
3. Who Else Sees Your Information — and When
🔒 We will never sell your personal data.
Your information is not a product. It exists to help us serve you — full stop.
There are limited circumstances where we share data with trusted partners to run our business:
Who we may share data with — and why
- Hosting & infrastructure providers — to keep the website online and secure
- Analytics platforms (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel) — to understand site performance
- CRM and project management tools (e.g., HubSpot, Zoho) — to manage client relationships
- Payment processors — to handle transactions securely; they have their own strict privacy obligations
- Legal authorities — only if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
Every partner we work with is contractually required to handle your data responsibly and to use it only for the purpose we’ve engaged them for.
4. Keeping Your Data Safe & Sound
We take the security of your information seriously. Here’s what we do to keep it safe:
4.1 The Steps We Take to Protect You
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS) across the entire website
- Secure, access-controlled servers with restricted personnel access
- Data minimization — we only retain what’s genuinely needed
- Regular security reviews and platform updates
- Payment data is never stored on our systems — all transactions go through certified third-party processors
4.2 How Long We Hold On to Your Data
We keep your information only for as long as it’s needed:
| Type of Data | How Long We Keep It |
| Contact form submissions | Up to 2 years, or until you request deletion |
| Client project data | For the duration of our engagement + 1 year |
| Website analytics data | Up to 26 months (standard Google Analytics window) |
| Financial/billing records | 7 years, as required by Canadian tax law |
| Email marketing list | Until you unsubscribe or request removal |
4.3 A Honest Word About Online Security
We invest seriously in your data’s protection. That said, no system on the internet is 100% immune to risk. If you ever have concerns about the security of your information, please contact us immediately — we take every concern seriously and respond promptly.
5. The Tools We Use — and Their Own Privacy Policies
To deliver a great experience, we use some industry-leading third-party tools. We’ve listed them here so you know exactly what’s running on our site:
| Platform | What It Does | Their Privacy Policy |
| Google Analytics | Website traffic & performance tracking | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Meta Pixel | Ad campaign performance measurement | facebook.com/privacy/policy |
| HubSpot | CRM and client relationship management | legal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy |
| Zoho | Project & workflow management | zoho.com/privacy.html |
Our website may also contain links to external websites. Once you leave our site, their own privacy policies apply — we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the practices of third-party sites.
6. It's Your Data — Here's How to Take Control
You have real, meaningful control over your personal information. We’ve made it easy to exercise these rights — just reach out and we’ll respond within 5 business days.
6.1 Rights You Have as a Canadian Resident (PIPEDA)
- Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Correct — Ask us to update or fix any inaccurate information
- Right to Delete — Request that we erase your personal data (subject to legal retention obligations)
- Right to Withdraw Consent — Opt out of marketing emails or data processing at any time
- Right to Know — Ask us how your data is being used and who it’s shared with
6.2 Marketing Emails — Unsubscribe Anytime, No Hard Feelings
If you receive marketing emails from us, every message includes a clear one-click unsubscribe link. You can also email us directly at any time to be removed from our list — no questions asked.
In compliance with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), we only send marketing communications to people who have given us explicit consent. We never add you to a mailing list without your knowledge.
6.3 How to Reach Us About Your Data
To exercise any of your rights, contact us:
- Email: contact@digitalblueprint.ca
- We will acknowledge your request within 2 business days and resolve it within 30 days.
7. A Note About Younger Visitors
Our website and services are designed for businesses and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 16. If you believe a minor has submitted information to us, please contact us immediately and we will delete it promptly.
8. If This Policy Ever Changes, We'll Tell You
We review and update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make meaningful changes, here’s what we do:
- Update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page
- Post a notice on our website when the changes are significant
- Email active clients if any change materially affects how we handle their data
Continuing to use our website after an update means you’ve acknowledged the revised policy. We encourage you to check back occasionally — but we’ll always try to flag anything important.
9. Questions? Let's Talk.
Privacy questions shouldn’t feel complicated. If anything in this policy is unclear, or if you’d like to exercise any of your rights, our team is happy to help — no legal jargon required.
Get in touch at: contact@digitalblueprint.ca
We respond to all privacy inquiries within 2 business days.
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