Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BrightAudit Partners ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our financial audit services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Business information (company name, industry, financial data for audit purposes)
• Professional information (job title, role in organization)
• Communication preferences and history

2.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Website usage data and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Providing financial audit services and consultations
• Communicating about our services and responding to inquiries
• Improving our website and services
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
• Marketing communications (with your consent)
• Protecting against fraud and ensuring security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With trusted service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure data transmission protocols
• Regular security assessments
• Employee training on data protection
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Audit-related documents may be retained for up to seven years in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

7. Your Rights

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

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Right to restrict processing in certain circumstances
• Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Right to file a complaint with privacy authorities

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. 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 review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in Canada or other countries where we or our service providers operate. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during any international transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us: