Icompare.ca Privacy Policy
Icompare. (“Icompare ”/“we”/”us”) is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy applies to the Icompare website, www.icompare.ca (the “Website”), and our services as detailed in our terms of use (the “Services”). It outlines our practices regarding privacy, including how we collect, store, use, and distribute information about our users (“you”) through the Website and Services.
This Privacy Policy explains the personal information collected by Kiza Inc., operating as Icompare.ca (“Icompare.ca”), and how it is utilized. It also provides details on how you can ask questions, offer suggestions, and address concerns about our privacy practices.
Protecting the personal information you provide at www.icompare.ca is our utmost priority at Icompare.ca. We are accountable for the personal information under our control. Our employees are well-informed about the significance of privacy and receive regular updates on our Privacy Policy and related policies.
You can contact us at
- Address: 25 Everridge Gardens SW, T2Y0G8
- Phone: (001) 4034679850
- Email: support@icompare.ca
Definition of Personal Information: Personal information pertains to any details about an identifiable individual.
What Personal Information Do We Collect When You Obtain a Quote, and Why? We gather personal information to connect you with mortgage or insurance companies, brokers/agents, or other services. This information includes personal contact details (such as name, address, email address, and telephone numbers) obtained when you request a mortgage rate, insurance rate quote, or other services. It is used to fulfill your request and respond to your inquiries and feedback.
We collect personal information for specific, limited purposes and only with your consent. Information requested via forms on our website is clearly marked, and collection occurs only if you actively consent and successfully submit the form’s content.
If you subscribe to newsletters, email services, or fill out website forms, you can consent to using your personal information for tailored advertising.
Information Obtained for Insurance Quotes: Depending on the quote type, we may collect:
- Age, gender, marital status, driving and insurance history for licensed drivers in the household, address details, and pre-existing health conditions. These details establish your risk profile, determining rates from our partner insurers.
- Credit score (for certain provinces/products) to offer different payment options and generate additional discounts on policy quotes.
- Vehicle identification number, driver license number, credit card number, and/or bank account information (for online policy purchases) to ensure accurate policy processing.
- If you agree to purchase a policy, the insurance company may use your information for the requested transaction and future contact per their privacy policy.
Information Obtained for Mortgage Loans: If you agree to purchase a mortgage loan, your personal information is used for the transaction and future contact in line with the mortgage provider’s privacy policy.
If You Are Under 18: If you are under 18, obtain your parent or guardian’s consent before sharing personal information online. We encourage parental involvement in children’s online activities.
Data Collection Through Cookies: Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information using cookies. These small text files stored in your internet browser help us understand your website usage, serve ads, and enhance site performance. Information collected includes IP addresses, browser type, ISP, referral/exit pages, viewed files, operating system, date/time stamp, and clickstream data. Cookies allow customization of web content based on preferences and are used for various activities, such as showing registered users personalized welcome pages.
Forms on our website request information, clearly indicating no collection occurs without active consent and successful submission.
Opting Out of Cookies: While some cookies are necessary for website functionality and cannot be disabled, optional cookies can be turned off in your browser settings. However, disabling optional cookies may limit certain site features.
Information from Other Sources: With your consent, we collect financial information, sales data, and other data to assess credit risk, prepare reports, and evaluate services. We may share your information with affiliates for internal purposes and with service providers assisting in service delivery, marketing, and promotions upon your consent.
Third-Party Management: Our blog is managed by a third-party application, and your interaction with it is governed by their policies. Third-party partners displaying advertising on our website may assign cookies. We do not control these cookies or their usage.
Managing Your Preferences: To withdraw consent or unsubscribe from our services, contact our Privacy Officer. We will delete your information promptly. By providing your personal information, we assume your consent for its collection, use, and disclosure in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Contests and Surveys: In contests, we use your contact information to administer and promote the event. Survey data, once aggregated, is shared with advertisers, sponsors, and affiliates while protecting personal details.
Disclosure of Personal Information: In specific situations, we may disclose personal data in response to lawful requests by public authorities. If Icompare.ca undergoes a business transition (e.g., merger, acquisition, or sale), your personal information may be transferred, with notification provided.
Storage of Personal Information: Your personal information may be processed and stored outside your province or Canada, ensuring compliance with local laws. Disclosure may occur to comply with laws, legal requests, or other regulatory requirements.
Retention Period: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for outlined purposes, adhering to legal requirements. After the retention period, your information is deleted.
Safeguards: We maintain personal information in paper and electronic files, implementing technical, contractual, administrative, and physical security measures. SSL encryption technology secures data transmission to us.
Accessing/Correcting/Deleting Personal Information: Upon request, Icompare.ca provides access to your personal information. You can access, correct, or request deletion of your information by contacting our us at support@icompare.ca. We aim to respond within 30 days and correct inaccuracies promptly.
Concerns: If you have concerns or complaints, please contact us for resolution. Reach us at:
- Address: Icompare.ca, 25 Everridge Gardens SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2Y0G8, Canada
- Phone: 1-4034679850
- Email: support@icompare.ca
Notification of Changes: This Privacy Policy is available electronically at https://icompare.ca/privacy-policy. We review it regularly to ensure compliance with legislative changes. Changes are posted on our website, with notifications for significant alterations, ensuring you are informed about collected information, usage, and disclosures. Last updated: October 2nd, 2023