Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Affordable Markham Notary ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you use our notary public and commissioner of oaths services, visit our website, or otherwise interact with us. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws in Ontario and Canada.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information necessary to provide our services, including but not limited to:

• Full name 

• Phone number and email address

• Government-issued identification details

• Signatures

• Appointment details

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for providing notary and commissioner services or as required by law.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

• To verify identity as required for notarization and commissioning

• To provide requested notary or commissioner services

• To maintain records as required by law or professional standards

• To communicate with you regarding appointments or services

• To process payments and issue receipts

• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Consent

By providing your personal information, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent where permitted by law; however, this may limit our ability to provide certain services.

5. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. Personal information may be disclosed only when:

• Required by law, court order, or legal process

• Necessary to complete services requested by you

• Required by regulatory or governmental authorities

• Provided to trusted service providers who assist in operating our business (such as payment processors), subject to confidentiality obligations

6. Retention of Personal Information

Personal information and records may be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which they were collected and to comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations.

7. Security of Information

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification.

8. Website and Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date.