Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 3, 2026
1. Introduction
LawyerDirectoryCanada.ca ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, in accordance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and professional credentials when you register as a lawyer or create an account.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, device information, and IP address.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic.
- Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our third-party payment processor (Stripe). We do not store your credit card information.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To operate and maintain the lawyer directory
- To process registrations and manage user accounts
- To process payments for featured listings
- To communicate with you about your account or services
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in operating our website (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
- Law enforcement or regulatory bodies when required by law
- Professional regulatory bodies to verify lawyer credentials, if applicable
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent for the collection or use of your information
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@lawyerdirectorycanada.ca.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@lawyerdirectorycanada.ca