Privacy Policy - Toronto Used Cars

PRIVACY POLICY

UsedCarDealersInToronto.com

Effective Date: November 6, 2026
Last Updated: November 6, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

UsedCarDealersInToronto.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Website”) respects the privacy of visitors, dealership representatives, advertisers, and other individuals who interact with our online directory.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information may be collected, used, disclosed, retained, and protected when individuals access our Website, submit inquiries, request directory listings, or communicate with us.

We aim to handle personal information responsibly and transparently, in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.

2. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through:

Visits to our Website
Business listing submissions
Advertising inquiries
Email communications
Text and WhatsApp communications
Website forms, where available
Other direct interactions with our directory administration

This Policy does not govern the independent privacy practices of third-party dealerships, advertisers, or external websites.

3. INFORMATION WE MAY COLLECT

Depending on how you interact with our Website, we may collect the following categories of information.

Personal Contact Information

Name
Email address
Telephone or messaging number
Business contact details
Information voluntarily included in correspondence

Dealership and Business Information

Dealership name
Business address
Website address
Business contact person
Business email and telephone number
Business description
Advertising preferences
Information provided for directory listings

Technical and Usage Information

Depending on the Website's configuration, technical information may include:

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Pages visited
Approximate geographic location derived from technical information
Referral sources
Date and time of Website visits
Cookie identifiers

We do not intentionally request sensitive personal information unless reasonably necessary for a specifically disclosed purpose.

4. HOW INFORMATION IS COLLECTED

Personal information may be collected when you:

Contact us by email
Send a text or WhatsApp message
Submit a dealership listing request
Inquire about advertising
Request a correction to business information
Communicate with directory administration
Use Website features that collect technical information

Certain technical information may be collected automatically through hosting infrastructure, security systems, or enabled analytics technologies.

5. PURPOSES OF COLLECTION AND USE

We may use personal information for legitimate and disclosed purposes, including:

Responding to inquiries
Processing directory listing requests
Communicating with dealerships and advertisers
Managing business profiles
Administering advertising arrangements
Maintaining Website functionality
Investigating technical or security issues
Preventing fraud or misuse
Maintaining business records
Complying with applicable legal obligations
Improving the usefulness of our directory

We will not use personal information for materially unrelated purposes without an appropriate legal basis or consent where required.

6. CONSENT

Where required by applicable law, we obtain meaningful consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information.

Consent may be provided through an affirmative action, such as submitting an inquiry or requesting a business listing, where the relevant purpose is reasonably clear.

Separate express consent may be required for certain marketing communications or non-essential tracking technologies.

Individuals may withdraw consent, subject to applicable legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.

7. BUSINESS LISTING INFORMATION

Our directory may publish business information intended to help visitors identify and contact automotive dealerships.

Published details may include dealership names, business addresses, websites, business contact information, and descriptions.

Where business contact information identifies an individual, we will handle it in accordance with applicable privacy requirements.

Businesses submitting listing information should ensure they have appropriate authority to provide personal information concerning their representatives or employees.

8. PUBLICLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION

Some directory information may originate from publicly accessible business sources.

Public availability does not automatically remove all privacy protections.

We will collect, use, and publish such information only where permitted by applicable law.

Individuals may contact us regarding inaccurate information or legitimate privacy concerns.

9. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

The Website may use cookies or similar technologies for purposes such as:

Essential Website functionality
Security and fraud prevention
Remembering user preferences
Measuring Website usage
Understanding visitor interactions
Supporting advertising functions, if enabled

The types of cookies actually used will depend on the Website's technical configuration.

Where required, non-essential technologies will be subject to appropriate consent mechanisms.

Further information may be provided through our separate Cookies Consent and GDPR Policy.

10. ANALYTICS SERVICES

If analytics tools are enabled, they may collect technical information about Website visits and usage patterns.

This information can help us understand performance, identify technical issues, and improve navigation.

Analytics providers may process information according to their own privacy documentation and contractual arrangements.

We will identify relevant providers and consent options where required by law.

11. ADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

We may communicate with businesses that request information about directory advertising or listing services.

Where applicable, commercial electronic messages will be sent in accordance with Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).

Recipients of marketing communications will be provided with legally required identification and unsubscribe mechanisms.

We do not treat an ordinary Website visit as automatic consent to receive promotional messages.

12. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not sell personal information to data brokers.

We may disclose personal information in limited circumstances, including:

To hosting and technical service providers
To authorized contractors assisting with Website administration
To payment processors, if paid services are implemented
To communication service providers
Where required by law or lawful legal process
To investigate fraud, abuse, or security incidents
With the individual's consent or as otherwise permitted by law

Service providers should receive only information reasonably necessary for their functions.

13. THIRD-PARTY DEALERSHIPS

Visitors may choose to contact dealerships listed in our directory.

Information submitted directly to a dealership is handled according to that dealership's own privacy practices.

We do not control how independent dealerships collect, use, store, or disclose personal information.

Visitors should review the privacy practices of businesses before providing sensitive information.

14. EXTERNAL WEBSITES

Our Website may link to third-party websites.

These external sites may have different privacy policies, security practices, and data collection procedures.

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices merely because a link appears in our directory.

15. INTERNATIONAL DATA PROCESSING

Some service providers may store or process information outside Canada.

When information is processed in another jurisdiction, it may be subject to that jurisdiction's laws and lawful government access requirements.

Where applicable, we will use reasonable contractual, technical, and organizational measures to protect information handled by service providers.

16. DATA SECURITY

We aim to implement reasonable safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of information collected.

These may include:

Access controls
Secure administrative credentials
Website security updates
Restricted access to business records
Appropriate hosting safeguards
Secure transmission where supported
Reasonable service provider oversight

No online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

17. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to meet applicable legal, accounting, contractual, or operational requirements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose of collection.

When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of it.

18. ACCESS AND CORRECTION RIGHTS

Individuals may request access to personal information held about them, subject to applicable legal exceptions.

They may also request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

We may require reasonable identity verification before processing requests.

Requests can be submitted using the contact information provided below.

19. WITHDRAWAL OF CONSENT

Where processing depends on consent, individuals may request withdrawal of that consent.

Withdrawal may affect our ability to provide certain requested services.

We will explain relevant consequences where appropriate and comply with applicable legal requirements.

20. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our directory is intended for a general audience interested in automotive businesses.

We do not knowingly solicit personal information from children.

If we become aware that personal information from a child has been collected inappropriately, we will take reasonable steps to address the situation.

21. PRIVACY INCIDENTS

If a privacy or security incident occurs, we will assess the circumstances and take appropriate steps to contain and investigate the incident.

Where legally required, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities and maintain appropriate records.

22. EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA AND UNITED KINGDOM VISITORS

If the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or United Kingdom GDPR applies to particular processing activities, affected individuals may have additional rights.

Depending on the circumstances, these may include:

Access to personal data
Correction of inaccurate information
Erasure in qualifying circumstances
Restriction of processing
Objection to certain processing
Data portability
Withdrawal of consent
Complaints to an appropriate supervisory authority

The applicability of these rights depends on the relevant law and processing circumstances.

Where GDPR applies, we will identify an appropriate lawful basis for processing and provide additional disclosures as required.

23. PRIVACY RIGHTS UNDER CANADIAN LAW

Canadian privacy legislation may provide individuals with rights relating to access, correction, consent, and complaints.

The federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) may apply to our commercial activities, subject to applicable provincial legislation and statutory exceptions.

Privacy obligations depend on the nature of the organization, information, and processing activities.

24. PRIVACY COMPLAINTS

Individuals who have concerns about our handling of personal information may contact us directly.

We will review reasonable complaints and respond as appropriate.

Where applicable, individuals may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada or another competent privacy regulator.

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada: https://www.priv.gc.ca/

25. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in Website functionality, business operations, service providers, or legal requirements.

Revised versions will be published on this page with an updated date.

Where legally required, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent before implementing material changes.

26. CONTACT INFORMATION

For privacy inquiries, access requests, correction requests, or concerns about personal information, please contact:

Website: https://usedcardealersintoronto.com/

Contact Person: Govindraj (Roger) Prabhu

Email: MonacoAds@gmail.com

Text & WhatsApp: +1-604-833-1055

Directory Administration: British Columbia, Canada

Subject Line for Email: Privacy Inquiry – UsedCarDealersInToronto.com

27. PRIVACY COMMITMENT

UsedCarDealersInToronto.com aims to maintain responsible information practices while providing a useful directory platform for visitors and automotive businesses.

We value transparency, appropriate information security, and respect for individual privacy rights.