Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 28, 2026
At The HandyBear, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
Your Data is Safe With Us
We never sell your personal information. Your data is used only to provide you with our services and improve your experience.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you contact us or request a quote, we may collect:
- •Full name
- •Phone number
- •Email address (optional)
- •Service address
- •Description of the work needed
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- •IP address and browser type
- •Device type and pages visited
- •Time spent on pages and referring website
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- •To respond to your inquiries and provide quotes
- •To schedule and deliver our handyman services
- •To communicate with you about your service requests
- •To send appointment reminders and follow-up communications
- •To improve our website and services
- •To comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- •Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., payment processors), subject to their agreement to keep the information confidential.
- •Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.
- •Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
- •Secure form submission using HTTPS encryption
- •Limited access to personal information by employees
- •Regular security assessments
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
- •To provide our services and maintain records of completed work
- •To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
- •To resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
Contact information for quotes that do not result in a completed job is typically retained for up to 2 years, after which it is deleted.
6. Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA), you have the right to:
- •Access the personal information we hold about you
- •Request correction of inaccurate information
- •Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- •Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies help us:
- •Remember your preferences
- •Understand how visitors use our website
- •Improve our services based on usage patterns
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our website.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of our website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Your Privacy?
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
