Designed for Distinction Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Feburary 20, 2026

Designed for Distinction is a Canadian-based business. Administrative operations are conducted from Canada. Hosting infrastructure, email systems, and certain technical services operate on secure servers located in the United States.

If you use our services, your information may be processed in both Canada and the United States. We collect only the information necessary to provide services, maintain infrastructure, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell personal data. Reasonable safeguards are implemented to protect your information.

This summary is provided for convenience. The full policy below governs all data practices.

1. Business Location and Scope

Designed for Distinction operates as a Canadian business.

While business administration and management are conducted in Canada, certain infrastructure, including hosting servers, email systems, backups, and technical services, are located in the United States.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website and services, including individuals located in Canada, the United States, and other jurisdictions where services are accessed.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only information necessary to operate our business and provide services.

This may include:

• Name and contact details
• Billing information
• Account credentials
• Website and hosting configuration data
• Support communications
• Technical data such as IP address, device type, and browser information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information unless voluntarily provided and required for service delivery.

3. How We Use Information

Information is used solely to:

• Provide hosting, development, and support services
• Process payments
• Maintain infrastructure and security
• Respond to inquiries
• Comply with legal and contractual obligations

Designed for Distinction does not sell, rent, trade, or monetize personal information.

4. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and limited analytics tools to improve functionality and performance.

Cookies may:

• Maintain session integrity
• Improve navigation
• Provide anonymized usage statistics

Users may disable cookies through browser settings, though certain functionality may be limited.

5. Log Files

Designed for Distinction maintains standard server log files as part of normal hosting operations.

Log files may include:

• IP addresses
• Browser type
• Device information
• Date and time stamps
• Referring and exit pages
• Requested URLs
• System activity and error logs

Log information is used for:

• Security monitoring
• Abuse detection
• Performance optimization
• Troubleshooting
• Compliance with legal obligations

Log files are not used for profiling or marketing purposes and are retained only as long as reasonably necessary for operational and security purposes.

6. Hosting Data and Client Responsibility

Clients who use Designed for Distinction for hosting or development services remain responsible for:

• The content stored on their websites
• Their own website privacy policies
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

Designed for Distinction acts as a service provider and does not claim ownership of client website data.

Clients are solely responsible for ensuring lawful collection and processing of data stored on their websites.

7. Data Location and Cross-Border Transfers

Designed for Distinction operates from Canada. However, technical infrastructure including:

• Hosting servers
• Email systems
• Backup storage
• Monitoring systems
• Support platforms

may be located in the United States.

As a result, personal information may be stored or processed in the United States.

If you are located in Canada, your information may be transferred outside Canada and may be subject to U.S. laws, including lawful access by U.S. authorities.

If you are located in the United States, your information may be accessed or administered from Canada.

By using our services, you acknowledge and consent to cross-border processing.

Reasonable safeguards are implemented to protect information regardless of location.

8. Disclosure of Information

Personal information may be disclosed only:

• To service providers necessary to deliver services
• To payment processors
• To comply with lawful requests or legal obligations
• To protect rights, property, or safety

Service providers are required to handle information in accordance with contractual confidentiality obligations.

Aggregated, non-identifiable information may be used for operational reporting.

9. Security Measures

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are implemented, including:

• Secure server configurations
• Firewall and intrusion detection systems
• Malware scanning
• Access controls
• Encrypted connections where applicable

No system can guarantee absolute security. Designed for Distinction is not liable for unauthorized access resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

10. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for:

• Service delivery
• Legal compliance
• Legitimate business purposes

Certain data may remain in backups for disaster recovery purposes for limited retention periods.

11. Children’s Privacy

Designed for Distinction’s services are not directed to children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in accordance with the U.S. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

In Canada, children’s personal information is considered sensitive under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Organizations must obtain meaningful consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information. Depending on the age and maturity of the minor, parental or guardian consent may be required.

In the Province of Quebec, the Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector (as amended by Law 25) provides enhanced protections for minors. Personal information concerning a minor under the age of 14 may not be collected without the consent of the person having parental authority or of the tutor, except where otherwise permitted by law.

Designed for Distinction does not knowingly collect personal information from minors without appropriate consent.

If it is discovered that personal information has been collected from a child without required consent, such information will be deleted promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information may contact us using the information below.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion where legally permitted
• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable laws.

13. Compliance Framework

Designed for Distinction complies with:

• The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) (Canada)
• Quebec’s Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector (Law 25)
• Applicable United States federal and state privacy laws

Privacy practices are guided by Canadian standards while acknowledging that infrastructure may be located in the United States.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Designed for Distinction shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from:

• Unauthorized access
• Data breaches caused by third-party systems
• Events beyond reasonable control

Nothing in this policy limits rights that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

15. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. Designed for Distinction is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

16. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes become effective upon posting. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

17. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the Province in which Designed for Distinction operates and applicable federal laws of Canada, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

18. Contact Information

Designed for Distinction
Canada

Email: management@designedfordistinction.comWebsite: Designed for Distinction

Privacy-related inquiries will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian and U.S. law.