Your privacy and data security are fundamental to our business. Learn how Inputly.AI protects your restaurant and customer information in compliance with Canadian privacy laws.
Last Updated: December 8, 2024
Inputly.AI Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected through our restaurant automation platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services.
As a Canadian company, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), applicable provincial privacy legislation, and international privacy standards where we operate.
✓ Minimal Data Collection: We only collect information necessary for our services
✓ Transparent Use: Clear explanation of how your data is used
✓ Strong Security: Enterprise-grade encryption and security measures
✓ Canadian Storage: Data stored in Canadian facilities when possible
✓ User Control: You control your data and can request deletion
When you create an account or use our services, we collect:
Business name, address, and contact information
Owner/manager name and email address
Phone numbers for voice ordering setup
Menu information and pricing
Payment and billing information
Integration credentials for POS and other systems
Through our platform, we process customer information necessary for order fulfillment:
Customer name and contact information
Delivery or pickup addresses
Order details and preferences
Payment information (processed through secure payment processors)
Order history and frequency
Our voice ordering system processes:
Voice recordings during order calls (temporarily stored for processing)
Transcribed text from voice interactions
Voice pattern data for accuracy improvement (anonymized)
We automatically collect technical information to improve our services:
IP addresses and device information
Browser type and version
Usage patterns and feature utilization
Performance metrics and error logs
Website analytics and cookies
Processing and fulfilling customer orders
Managing your restaurant account and settings
Providing voice ordering and AI automation services
Integrating with your POS and other systems
Generating analytics and business insights
Sending order confirmations and updates
Providing customer support and technical assistance
Sharing important service updates and announcements
Marketing communications (with your consent)
Improving AI accuracy and system performance
Developing new features and services
Conducting research and analytics (aggregated and anonymized)
Monitoring system security and preventing fraud
Complying with applicable laws and regulations
Responding to legal requests and court orders
Protecting our rights and the rights of others
Ensuring food safety and health compliance
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We only share information in the following circumstances:
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services:
Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers (Canadian when possible)
Payment processors for secure transaction handling
Analytics and monitoring services
Customer support and communication platforms
With your explicit consent, we share necessary information with:
POS system providers for order synchronization
Delivery platforms for order fulfillment
Accounting software for financial integration
Other restaurant technology partners
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
Comply with legal processes and government requests
Protect against fraud and security threats
Enforce our terms of service
Protect public health and safety
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, customer information may be transferred as part of the business assets. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
AES-256 encryption for data at rest
Multi-factor authentication for account access
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Automated monitoring for security threats
Limited employee access on a need-to-know basis
Background checks for employees with data access
Regular security training for all staff
Incident response plan for security breaches
Secure data centers with physical access controls
Voice recordings automatically deleted after 90 days
Encrypted transmission and storage of voice data
Anonymization of voice pattern data
Opt-out options for voice data retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
Data Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
---|---|---|
Account Information | Duration of service + 7 years | Service delivery, tax, and legal requirements |
Order Data | 3 years | Customer service, analytics, legal compliance |
Voice Recordings | 90 days | Quality assurance and dispute resolution |
Analytics Data | 2 years (anonymized) | Service improvement and business insights |
Security Logs | 1 year | Security monitoring and incident response |
When retention periods expire or upon your request, we securely delete personal information using industry-standard data destruction methods.
Under Canadian privacy law, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Request access to personal information we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Update your account information at any time
Request deletion of your personal information
Export your data in a portable format
Close your account and delete associated data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Opt-out of voice data retention
Control integration data sharing
To exercise any of these rights, contact our Privacy Officer:
📧 Email: privacy@inputly.ai
📞 Phone: 1-800-INPUTLY (468-8859)
📍 Mail: Inputly.AI Inc., Privacy Officer, 123 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1A1
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and analyze usage:
Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with consent)
You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Our services are designed for businesses and are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information.
We primarily store and process data within Canada. When data must be transferred outside Canada for service delivery:
We ensure adequate protection through contractual safeguards
Transfers only occur to countries with adequate privacy protection
We maintain the same security standards regardless of location
You can request data to remain in Canada for an additional fee
Inputly.AI is committed to compliance with all applicable privacy laws:
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Provincial privacy legislation (Alberta PIPA, BC PIPA, Quebec Act 25)
Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU customers
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for US customers
ISO 27001 information security standards
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes:
We will notify you by email and through our platform
We will post the updated policy on our website
The effective date will be clearly indicated
Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the changes
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Inputly.AI Inc.
123 Main Street, Suite 500
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A1
Canada
📧 Email: privacy@inputly.ai
📞 Phone: 1-800-INPUTLY (468-8859)
🕐 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM PST
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you can:
Contact our Privacy Officer using the information above
File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Contact your provincial privacy commissioner
We are committed to resolving privacy concerns promptly and fairly.