AW Accounting Website Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
AW Accounting (“AW Accounting,” the “Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit awaccounting.ca/ (the “Website”).
You acknowledge and agree that by using or visiting the Website, information about You may be collected and used in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Accountability and Privacy Commitment
AW Accounting is responsible for personal information under its control and has policies and procedures in place to ensure it complies with Canadian privacy requirements. We limit the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information to what is reasonably necessary for identified purposes.
Collection of Personal Information
We don’t automatically collect personally identifiable information from Website visitors.
Personal information, that includes things like: your name, email address, phone number, or other contact details are collected only when you voluntarily provide it to us, including when you:
- Contact us by email
- Submit an inquiry or contact form
- Request information about our services
- Chat with us online.
The personal information you provide is used solely for the purpose for which it was collected, unless otherwise permitted or required by law.
Use of Website and Technical Information
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Accounting Website, while indirectly, information such as the following may automatically be collected, including:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
This information does not directly identify you and is used for security, statistical analysis, and Website administration purposes. No attempt is made to associate this data with identifiable individuals.
Accuracy of Information
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of information presented on the Website, content may be updated or modified periodically. Website content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon without independent verification. AW Accounting is not responsible for errors, omissions, or reliance on the content that is available on this Website.
Cookies and Digital Technologies
The Website may use cookies or similar technologies (such as HTML5 web storage) to enhance functionality and improve user experience. These technologies do not collect personally identifiable information and may be disabled through your browser settings if you prefer.
Web Analytics
We use third-party analytics tools, such as the most general one (Google Analytics) or Microsoft’s Ads, to collect aggregated and anonymized data about Website usage. Information collected may include:
- Website traffic patterns
- Geographic region (not precise location)
- Device and browser characteristics
- User flow and session data
This information helps us improve Website performance and usability. Google Analytics and any other ads website operates under its own privacy policies.
reCAPTCHA and Google Services
To protect against spam and automated misuse, the Website may use Google reCAPTCHA. We may also use Google Places services to retrieve location-based information.
These services are provided by Google and are subject to Google’s privacy policies and terms of service.
Payments and Third-Party Service Providers
If paid services are offered through the Website, transactions may be processed by third-party payment processors such as Stripe or PayPal. AW Accounting does not collect or store credit card or payment information. Payment processors handle your information in accordance with their own privacy and security practices.
We may also use third-party service providers for Website hosting, analytics, and communication tools. These providers are given access only to the information necessary to perform their services and are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards.
Social Media
AW Accounting maintains a presence on third-party social media platforms. Any interaction with us through social media is governed by the privacy policies and terms of those platforms. We encourage users to review the privacy settings and policies of any social media service they use.
External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. AW Accounting does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Visitors should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they access.
Safeguards and Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Submission of information through the Website does not, by itself, create a client, advisory, or confidential relationship unless expressly confirmed in writing.
Retention of Information
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by government, law or professional standards.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
AW Accounting reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on the Website, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact and Privacy Inquiries
Privacy Policy was prepared to give a good understanding of the usage of the website. If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this or the handling of your personal information, please contact AW Accounting in Canada through our online contact form or by telephone at +1 (647) 932-3770.