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Privacy Policy — Montréal Local

Last updated: 20/01/2026
Company: Montréal Local
Privacy Officer: Christian Sergerie
Email: info@mtllocal.com

1. Introduction

Your privacy matters to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how Montréal Local (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you use our website:
https://mtllocal.com

We comply with applicable privacy laws in Québec (Law 25) and Canada (PIPEDA).

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. What Is Personal Information?

“Personal information” means any information that identifies you or can be used to identify you, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • IP address

  • Browser and device information

  • Any information you provide through our contact form or newsletter signup

We do not collect sensitive personal information (health, financial, identity documents, etc.).

3. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may voluntarily give us information when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Contact us via our contact form

  • Ask to update or remove a business listing

  • Apply to have your business featured

  • Request assistance or information

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Message content

This information is stored securely using our service providers, including MailerLite and our website host (Hostinger).

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected through Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and similar technologies.

This includes:

  • IP address (anonymized by Google)

  • Device type and browser

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Referral source

  • General geographic location (city-level)

This data helps us understand how people use the site and improve the user experience.

Non-essential analytics cookies only load after you provide consent, in accordance with Québec's Law 25.

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable essential website functions

  • Remember your cookie preferences

  • Analyze site traffic (with your consent)

We use Complianz to manage cookie consent and ensure compliance with Law 25.

You can change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by using the cookie settings link on our site.

For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

D. Business Profiles

Montréal Local publishes information about local businesses.
This information may include:

  • Business name

  • Address

  • Website link

  • Photos

  • Service descriptions

  • Public contact information

This information is publicly available or provided directly by business owners.
If you own a business listed on our site and would like to update or remove information, contact us anytime at:
info@mtllocal.com

4. How We Use Personal Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To operate and improve our website and services

  • To send newsletters and updates (only with your explicit consent)

  • To respond to your questions or requests

  • To feature or update business profiles

  • To understand how visitors use our website

  • To ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws

We do not sell your personal information.

5. When We Share Your Information

We only share your information with third parties that help us operate the website or deliver services. These include:

Service Providers

These companies may store or process data outside Québec or Canada.
We ensure they have adequate safeguards for protecting personal information.

We never sell or rent user information to third parties.

6. How Long We Keep Your Information

We keep personal information only as long as necessary:

  • Newsletter subscribers: until you unsubscribe

  • Contact form submissions: long enough to respond to your request

  • Analytics data: according to Google’s retention settings (2–14 months)

You may request deletion of your personal information at any time.

7. Your Rights Under Law 25 (Québec)

As a Québec resident, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information

  • Withdraw your consent (for cookies, analytics, newsletters)

  • Know why and how your data is collected

  • Ask about third parties who have received your information

To exercise your rights, contact:
Christian Sergerie
Email: info@mtllocal.com

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Protecting Your Personal Information

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure servers through Hostinger

  • Access controls for email subscriber lists

  • Third-party security standards (MailerLite, Google)

No online system is 100% secure, but we take steps to minimize risks.

9. External Links

Our site includes links to third-party business websites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Once you leave our site, their policies apply.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will appear on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For privacy questions, requests, or concerns:

Montréal Local
Privacy Officer: Christian Sergerie
Email: info@mtllocal.com
Montréal, Québec, Canada