Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 1, 2025

Woods Accounting & Training Corporation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us when you use our website watscounting.com.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, billing/shipping details, and      any other information you provide when contacting us, signing up, or  making a purchase.
• Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, and website  usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your personal information only for purposes that a reasonable person would consider appropriate, such as:

• Providing and improving our products/services
• Processing payments and fulfilling orders
• Responding to inquiries and customer support requests
• Sending updates, promotions, or newsletters (you may unsubscribe at any time)
• Maintaining website security and preventing fraud

We will only keep your information as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes.

3. Consent

By using our website or providing your information, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us (see Section 9), subject to legal or contractual restrictions.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only with:

• Service Providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, IT support) who help us operate our business and are bound by confidentiality agreements
• Legal  Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights and safety

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve your browsing experience
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Remember your preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not work properly.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information from loss, theft, unauthorized access, or disclosure. However, no online transmission or storage system is completely secure.

7. Your Rights Under PIPEDA

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request corrections if your information is inaccurate or incomplete
• Withdraw consent to the use of your information (subject to legal limits)
• Ask how your information has been used or disclosed

To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below. We may request verification of your identity before responding.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

9.  SMS Messaging

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the stated categories in this privacy policy exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
 

Messaging Terms & Conditions
By opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from Woods Accounting & Training Corporation. Depending on your selection, you may receive messages related to:
 

• General Communication: General inquiry responses
• Customer Care: Service updates, Support requests

Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary.
 

Message and Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier plan.
 

Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any SMS message you receive from us. After you send “STOP,” you will receive a confirmation message, and no further SMS messages will be sent to your number.
 

Help and Support
For assistance with our SMS service:
Reply with “HELP” to any SMS message
jennifer@watscounting.com
236-237-2748

Val Caron, ON

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer:

Woods Accounting & Training Corporation
jennifer@watscounting.com
236-237-2748

Val Caron, ON

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC):
https://www.priv.gc.ca