Privacy Policy for Gigasoft Computers
Last Updated: June 18th 2025
Effective Date: July 1st 2025
Website: https://gigasoft.ca
Business: Gigasoft Computers – Computer Repair & Website Design Services
At Gigasoft Computers, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services, including computer repair, custom PC builds, website design, and website hosting.
1. Who We Are
We are Gigasoft Computers, a trusted provider of Computer Repair and Website Design services in Canada. Our website address is: https://gigasoft.ca.
2. Information We Collect
a) Comments and Forms
When you leave a comment or submit a form, we collect:
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Name, email, and any message entered
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IP address and browser user agent for spam protection
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An anonymized email hash may be sent to Gravatar to display your profile image
b) Uploaded Media
If you upload images, we recommend avoiding files that contain EXIF GPS data, as visitors may download and extract this location data.
3. Cookies
To enhance your experience, we use cookies:
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Comment cookies store your name and email for future visits (1 year)
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Login cookies help manage your session (2 weeks)
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Screen preference cookies retain your visual settings (1 year)
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Article cookies store editing post IDs (1 day)
4. Embedded Content
Pages on this site may include content embedded from third-party platforms (e.g., YouTube, Facebook, Google Maps). These platforms may collect your data and use cookies as if you were visiting their site directly.
5. Analytics & Spam Detection
We use automated services (like spam filters and analytics tools) to monitor usage and enhance security. Visitor comments are screened by automated spam detection services.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. However, if you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email. Hosting, analytics, or security partners may access data only as needed and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
7. Data Retention
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Comments: Stored indefinitely for moderation purposes.
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Accounts: Personal data stored in user profiles can be viewed, updated, or deleted at any time by the user or admin.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Request an export of your personal data
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Ask for deletion of your information
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Correct or update your details
To exercise these rights, contact us at brad@gigasoft.ca.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure through encryption, firewalls, and secure hosting.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the revised date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, contact us:
Gigasoft Computers
📧Email: brad@gigasoft.ca
📞Phone: 403-928-4445
🌐Website: https://gigasoft.ca