Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 9, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how ComponentVault collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.

Who We Are

We are a design systems and component library service based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We help teams build scalable UI kits and maintain consistent design systems across their projects. When you interact with our website, you're sharing information with us, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways:

• Contact Form Data: When you submit our contact form, we collect your name, email address, company name, and message content to respond to your inquiry.
• Analytics Data: We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, including pages visited, time spent, and general location information.
• Cookie Data: We place cookies on your device to improve your browsing experience, remember preferences, and track website performance.
• Server Logs: Our web servers automatically record information about your visits, including IP address, browser type, and access times.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you submit a contact form or accept cookies, you consent to us processing that data.
• Legitimate Interest: We have a legitimate interest in improving our website performance, understanding user behavior, and providing better services to our customers.
• Legal Obligation: We may process data when required by Canadian law or regulation.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Improving our website design, functionality, and user experience
• Analyzing website traffic and user behavior to enhance our services
• Sending you updates about our products and services (only with your consent)
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting against fraud

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

• Contact Form Messages: Retained for up to 24 months after your last interaction with us, unless you request earlier deletion.
• Analytics and Cookie Data: Retained for up to 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted from our systems.
• Server Logs: Retained for up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting purposes.
• Customer Account Data: Retained as long as your account is active, plus 12 months after account closure for legal compliance.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to data processing at any time.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Some cookies are essential for website functionality, while others are used for analytics and marketing purposes. Disabling non-essential cookies will not affect your ability to use our core services.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, and disclosure. Our website uses encryption (HTTPS) to secure data transmitted between your browser and our servers. However, no security system is completely impenetrable. We encourage you to use strong passwords and to contact us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to help operate our website and conduct our business, such as analytics providers, hosting services, and email delivery platforms. These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.

Policy Updates

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 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 revised Privacy Policy means you accept and agree to the changes.