Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Aton ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website atonbarber.ca and use our barbershop education services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information You Provide: When you complete our contact form, request information about courses, or subscribe to our educational programmes, we collect your full name, email address, phone number, course interest, message content, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
• Automatic Information: When you access our website, we may automatically collect information about your device, browser type, IP address, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
• Communications: If you email us or communicate with us through our contact form, we retain copies of your communications for customer service and record-keeping purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide information about our barbershop education courses
• To send you educational content, course updates, and programme information
• To process your course enrollment and manage your learning account
• To send you transactional communications related to your contact or enrollment
• To improve our website functionality and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
• To analyze website traffic and optimize our services
• To prevent fraud and maintain website security

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR and UK Law)

For users in the United Kingdom and European Economic Area, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent: We process data when you have given explicit consent, such as by checking the consent checkbox on our contact form
• Contractual Necessity: We process data necessary to fulfill our educational service agreements with you
• Legal Obligation: We process data when required by law or to comply with legal proceedings
• Legitimate Interests: We process data to operate and improve our website, respond to inquiries, and prevent misuse

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, sending communications, and providing educational services (under strict data processing agreements)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: If Aton is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
• With Your Consent: We may share information when you explicitly consent to such sharing

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide you with our barbershop education services
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
• Maintain records of your course enrollment and completion

Generally, we retain contact and enrollment information for three years after your last interaction with us, unless you request deletion or a longer retention period is legally required.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your information
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent to processing at any time
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain processing activities
• Marketing Preferences: You can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails or contacting us

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected] with your request details.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertising (with your consent)

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Our cookie banner (displayed on first visit) allows you to manage your cookie preferences. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure form submission with server-side validation
• Regular security updates and maintenance
• Access controls and data minimization practices
• Employee confidentiality agreements

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website does not intentionally link to external websites. Any links provided are for reference purposes only. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing your information.

11. International Data Transfers

Aton is based in the United Kingdom and operates the barbershop education platform for learners in Canada. If you are located outside the United Kingdom, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United Kingdom and Canada. By using our website, you consent to such transfers. We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers consistent with data protection regulations.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website and educational programmes are intended for adults and learners aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete such information. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

13. Contact Information and Data Controller Details

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us:

Aton
451 Abbeydale Road Edge
Sheffield S7 1FS
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]

We will respond to your request within 30 days, or as required by applicable law.

14. Legal Rights and Dispute Resolution

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in the United Kingdom. You may also pursue other legal remedies available under applicable law.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Additional Information for Canadian Users

For users in Canada, this Privacy Policy complies with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial privacy legislation. You have rights under Canadian privacy law to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information. Please contact us to exercise these rights.