This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information of visitors to lab.dev-ia.com. By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

About

We are web designers and SEO studio based in Saint-Hyacinthe Québec CA, helping entrepreneurs build their online presence. For any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at: service@dev-ia.com

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with the Website: Contact information that you provide (such as name, email address, phone number) when you fill out a form or contact us. Technical information, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. Content you submit, such as comments or messages you leave on the Website.

Comments

When visitors leave comments on the Website, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection and security. Your comment and its metadata may be stored for an extended period so we can recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

Media

If you upload images or other media files to the Website, you should avoid uploading files that include embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the Website can download and extract any location data from images on the site.

Cookies

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies to: Remember your preferences (for example, language or display options). Understand how visitors use the Website and improve our content. Support advertising and affiliate programs, including services such as Google Ads / AdSense (if activated). You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, doing so may affect how some parts of the Website function.

IP Addresses and Log Data

When you visit the Website, our servers may automatically record information, including: Your IP address Browser type and version Pages you visit Date and time of your visit Referring website or link We use this information for security, analytics, spam protection, and to improve the performance of the Website.

Contact Forms and Communications

When you contact us through a form, email, or other method, we collect the information you choose to share (such as your name, email address, and message). By contacting us, you agree that we may: Respond to your request or question. Send you information, news, or special offers related to our services, as long as it is relevant and not excessive. You can ask us at any time to stop receiving these communications.

Advertising, Analytics and Affiliate Links

Our Website may use: Analytics services (for example, Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site and to improve our content and services. Advertising services and affiliate programs (for example, Google Ads / AdSense or other partners). These services may use cookies or similar technologies to display relevant ads based on your visits to this and other websites. We do not control the cookies used by third-party advertisers. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those services for more details.

Embedded Content and Third-Party Websites

Articles on this Website may include embedded content (for example, videos, images, or articles) from other websites. Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if you visited those websites directly. Those websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content. Our Website may also contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

How We Use Your Data

We may use the information we collect to: Operate, maintain, and improve the Website. Respond to your messages and customer service requests. Analyze usage trends and better understand our audience. Protect the security of the Website and prevent fraud or abuse. Show relevant advertising and affiliate offers (when applicable). Comply with legal obligations. We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

Legal Basis (Where Applicable)

Depending on your location, our legal bases for processing your personal data may include: Your consent (for example, when you voluntarily submit a form). Our legitimate interest in improving our services, protecting the Website, and communicating with visitors. Compliance with legal obligations.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or allowed by law. As a general guideline: Comments and their metadata may be kept for up to 5 years or longer if needed for security, legal, or administrative reasons. Contact messages may also be kept for up to 5 years for reference, customer service, and record-keeping. Technical logs (including IP addresses) may be kept for a shorter or longer period depending on security needs. After this period, data may be deleted, anonymized, or archived in a secure manner.

Your Rights Over Your Data

Depending on your location, you may have the right to: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. Ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information. Request the deletion of your personal data, when legally permitted. Object to or restrict certain types of data processing. Withdraw your consent at any time (without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal). To exercise your rights, please contact us at [your-email@example.com ]. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.

Where We Send Your Data

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service and other security tools. In some cases, your data may be processed by: Hosting providers or technical service providers that help us operate the Website. Analytics or advertising partners (for example, Google services), if those are enabled. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Protection of Your Information

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the Website.