This Privacy Policy outlines how Ataraxis Financial Services ("Ataraxis", "we", "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in the course of providing bookkeeping, payroll, and remittance services to our clients ("Client", "you", "your").
Please read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy before using any of our Services.
CONTENTS:
- Collection of Personal Information:
- Use of Personal Information:
- Disclosure of Personal Information:
- Data Security:
- Retention of Personal Information:
- Access and Correction:
- Compliance with Privacy Laws:
- Contact Us:
- Changes to this Privacy Policy:
1. Collection of Personal Information
1.1 We collect personal information from our Clients to provide the requested services and to fulfill our contractual obligations. Personal information may include, but is not limited to, names, addresses, contact information, financial data, and employment information.
1.2 We collect personal information directly from our Clients, either through face-to-face meetings, email communications, telephone conversations, or through our secure online platforms.
2. Use of Personal Information
2.1 We use personal information to provide bookkeeping, payroll, and remittance services to our Clients, including but not limited to processing financial transactions, preparing payroll, filing remittances, and generating financial reports.
2.2 We may also use personal information to communicate with our Clients, respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and send important updates or notices related to our services.
3. Disclosure of Personal Information
3.1 We do not disclose personal information to third parties except as necessary to provide the requested services, fulfill contractual obligations, or as required by law.
3.2 We may disclose personal information to third-party service providers or subcontractors engaged by Ataraxis to assist in providing the requested services. These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use personal information as necessary to perform the services on our behalf.
4. Data Security
4.1 We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure data storage, restricted access controls, and regular security assessments.
4.2 Despite our efforts to maintain data security, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of personal information.
5. Retention of Personal Information
5.1 We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with our data retention policies.
6. Access and Correction
6.1 Clients have the right to access and correct their personal information held by Ataraxis. To request access to or correction of personal information, please contact us using the information provided in Section 8.
7. Compliance with Privacy Laws
7.1 Ataraxis complies with all applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any provincial privacy legislation.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
Email Address: kim@kimrussellaf.com
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
9.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify Clients of any material changes to this Privacy Policy by posting the updated version on our website or by other means of communication.
By engaging Ataraxis Financial Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with any aspect of this Privacy Policy, please do not provide personal information to us or use our services.