Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
Introduction
Veritro ("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 tattoo studio located at 33 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2B5, Winnipeg, Canada, or interact with our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- **Contact Information:** Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- **Appointment Information:** Preferred dates, times, and service requests
- **Health Information:** Relevant medical history necessary for safe tattooing and piercing procedures (such as allergies, skin conditions, or medical conditions that may affect healing)
- **Identification:** Government-issued ID to verify age for services
- **Payment Information:** Billing details processed through our payment providers
- **Communication Records:** Correspondence via email, phone, or in-person consultations
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To schedule and manage appointments
- To provide our tattoo, piercing, and consultation services
- To communicate with you about your appointments and aftercare
- To ensure your safety during procedures
- To process payments
- To respond to your inquiries and requests
- To improve our services and customer experience
- To comply with legal obligations and maintain required records
- To send service-related communications
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- **Service Providers:** With third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business (such as payment processors and appointment scheduling systems), subject to confidentiality obligations
- **Legal Requirements:** When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- **Safety:** When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of Veritro, our clients, or others
- **Business Transfers:** In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate notice
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Health-related records may be retained as required by applicable health and safety regulations.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access the personal information we hold about you
- The right to request correction of inaccurate information
- The right to request deletion of your information, subject to legal retention requirements
- The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that some features of our website may not function properly without cookies.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent. Tattooing and piercing services for minors require parental or guardian consent as required by law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Veritro
33 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2B5, Winnipeg, Canada
Email: contact@veritro.org
Phone: +1 204-555-0189
We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.