Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 17, 2025

Barkal Tech (“Barkal Tech”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is a Cloud and Data Engineering consultancy operating in Canada and serving clients in Canada and the United States. We are committed to protecting personal information in accordance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and protect personal information when you visit https://barkal.ca (the “Website”) or interact with us in the course of our business.

1. Scope and Application

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Visitors to our Website

• Prospective and current clients

• Individuals who contact us via forms, email, or other electronic means

It does not apply to information collected offline unless explicitly stated.

2. Definitions

• Personal Information: Information about an identifiable individual, as defined under PIPEDA and GDPR.

• Processing: Any operation performed on personal information, including collection, use, storage, disclosure, or deletion.

• Controller: Barkal Tech, which determines the purposes and means of processing personal information.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect the following personal information when you contact us or engage our services:

• Name

• Business email address

• Phone number

• Company or organization name

• Project details or business requirements

• Any information you choose to provide in correspondence or forms

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Website, we may automatically collect limited technical data, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Pages visited and timestamps

• Referring URLs

This data is used for security, analytics, and website optimization.

3.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and comparable technologies for basic functionality and analytics. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the Website may not function properly.

4. Purposes of Processing

We process personal information only for identified and legitimate purposes, including:

• Responding to inquiries and consultation requests

• Providing professional cloud and data engineering services

• Preparing proposals, contracts, and invoices

• Communicating service-related information

• Improving Website performance and user experience

• Meeting legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where GDPR applies, we process personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you voluntarily submit information via forms or email

• Contractual necessity: To perform or prepare to enter into a service agreement

• Legitimate interests: For business operations, service improvement, and security, provided such interests do not override your rights

• Legal obligation: Where processing is required by law

6. Consent (PIPEDA)

Under PIPEDA, we obtain meaningful consent for the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information, except where otherwise permitted or required by law. By submitting information to us, you consent to its handling as described in this Privacy Policy.

7. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may disclose personal information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that support our operations (e.g., hosting, analytics), bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations

• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Where disclosure is required by law, court order, or governmental authority

• Business Transactions: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, subject to appropriate safeguards

8. International Data Transfers

Personal information may be processed or stored outside your country of residence, including in the United States. In such cases, information may be subject to foreign laws. We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate protections are in place consistent with applicable data protection requirements.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to meet legal and contractual requirements, and to resolve disputes. When no longer required, information is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Safeguards

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification. Despite these measures, no security system is impenetrable.

11. Individual Rights

11.1 Rights under PIPEDA

You have the right to:

• Access personal information we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

• Withdraw consent, subject to legal or contractual restrictions

11.2 Rights under GDPR (where applicable)

You may also have the right to:

• Request erasure of personal data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Request data portability

• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Requests may be subject to verification of identity.

12. Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

13. Children’s Information

Our services are intended for businesses and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Information

For questions, access requests, or privacy-related concerns, contact:

Barkal Tech
Calgary, Alberta, Canada