Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 16, 2025

At LegalTopBrief, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with applicable Canadian privacy laws (including PIPEDA) and international standards such as the GDPR.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Full name, email address, phone number
• Company name and business details
• Browser data, IP address, and device information (via cookies or Google Analytics)
• Any content submitted via our contact form

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries or contact requests
• Provide legal services or consultations you requested
• Send legal updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (only if opted-in)
• Improve our website and marketing (via Google Analytics and cookies)

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Your explicit consent
• Fulfillment of a contract (or steps leading to a contract)
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Our legitimate business interests (e.g., service improvement, analytics)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to collect information about your interaction with our site, including:

• Session duration, pages visited, browser and device type
• Google Analytics tracking (anonymized IP address)

You may opt out of cookies through your browser settings.

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your information with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, CRM tools)
• Legal authorities if required by law
• Professional advisors under confidentiality agreements

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Contact form submissions are kept for a maximum of 24 months.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access, correction, or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to processing based on legitimate interest
• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC)

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

9. International Users

Our website is intended for users in Canada, but we welcome international visitors. Data transfers outside Canada comply with applicable laws and safeguards.

10. Google Services Compliance

We comply with the Google Ads and Analytics Terms of Service. Visitors are notified of the use of cookies and analytics tracking, and consent is obtained where legally required.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, contact us:

LegalTopBrief
401 Bay Street, 16th Floor, Toronto, ON M5H 2Y4, Canada
Email: privacy@legaltopbrief.com
Phone: +1 (416) 555‑2940