Last Updated: January 2026
Privacy Policy
At Defender Pest and Clean Services ("Defender," "we," "us," or "our"),
we are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This
Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information
when you visit our website or engage our services. Please read this policy carefully.
If you disagree with the terms, please discontinue use of our site and services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Fill out our contact or appointment request form on the website.
- Call or email us to inquire about or book a service.
- Communicate with us in person, by phone, or in writing.
The personal information we collect may include:
- Identity Information: Full name.
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and service address.
- Service Information: Details about the pest or cleaning concern, property type, and any relevant health or safety disclosures you provide.
- Payment Information: We do not store credit card or banking details. Payments are processed directly and securely.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
- To schedule, confirm, and carry out pest control or cleaning services.
- To communicate with you about your appointment, including reminders and follow-ups.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- To send service-related updates, safety instructions, or post-service care information.
- To improve our services and internal operations.
- To comply with applicable laws and regulations in the Province of Ontario.
We do not use your information for unsolicited marketing without
your consent, and we do not sell your data to third parties.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your
information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business (e.g., scheduling software, email platforms), subject to confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity.
4. Cookies & Website Data
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your
browsing experience. These may include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics). Data collected is anonymized and aggregated.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect
certain website functionality. We do not use cookies to collect personally
identifiable information without your knowledge.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the
purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Client service
records may be retained for a reasonable period to manage warranties, re-service
requests, and regulatory compliance. Once information is no longer needed, it is
securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your
personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or
destruction. These include secure communication channels, access controls, and
limited staff access to client data. However, no method of transmission over
the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee
absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Under applicable Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA and Ontario privacy legislation),
you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent to our use of your information at any time, subject to legal or contractual limitations.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information where it is no longer required for service or legal purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in
Section 10 below. We will respond to all requests within a reasonable timeframe.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Google Maps,
social media platforms). This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and
services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of
any third-party sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies
before providing any personal information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly
collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you
believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us
immediately and we will take steps to delete it.
10. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect
changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. Any updates will
be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you
to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our services following
any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy
or our data practices, please contact us:
You also have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy
Commissioner of Canada at
www.priv.gc.ca
if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.