Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 7, 2026
At Apiary Aroma (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your trust is as essential to us as the purity of the products we create. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information with care, discretion, and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit apiaryaroma.ca and apiaryaroma.com (the “Site”).
By using our Site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Business Information
Apiary Aroma is an e-commerce business based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide you with a seamless and refined shopping experience.
Personal Information You Provide:
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Full name
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Billing and shipping address
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Email address
Automatically Collected Information:
When you visit our Site, we may collect:
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IP address (anonymized where applicable)
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Browser type and device details
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Pages visited and time spent on the Site
3. How We Collect Information
Your information is collected through:
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Our secure website platform (Wix)
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Cookies and similar technologies
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Analytics and marketing tools
4. Consent
We believe in clear and respectful data practices.
By using our Site and providing your information, you consent to its collection and use as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations, by contacting us at info@apiaryaroma.ca.
5. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used thoughtfully to enhance your experience with our brand:
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To process and deliver your orders with care
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To communicate important updates regarding your purchases
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To improve our website and customer experience
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To send curated communications (only with your consent)
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To maintain the security and integrity of our Site
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to provide a smooth, personalized browsing experience.
Tools We Use:
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Google Analytics (with IP anonymization) to understand how visitors interact with our Site
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Facebook Pixel to refine and measure our marketing efforts
You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies at any time.
7. Sharing Your Information
Your personal information is never sold.
We only share data with trusted partners essential to fulfilling your order and maintaining our services:
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Payment processors (such as Stripe and PayPal)
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Shipping carriers to ensure safe delivery
Some service providers may process data outside of Canada, including in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
8. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill your orders and provide customer support
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Meet legal and financial obligations
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Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
9. Your Privacy Rights
We respect your rights to control your personal information.
Under GDPR (EU/EEA Residents):
You have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccuracies
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Request deletion
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Restrict or object to processing
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Receive your data in a portable format
Under CCPA (California Residents):
You have the right to:
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Request disclosure of collected data
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Request deletion of your personal data
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Confirm that your data is not sold
Under PIPEDA (Canadian Residents):
You have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
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Withdraw consent to the use of your information (subject to legal limitations)
10. Exercising Your Rights
To make a request regarding your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: info@apiaryaroma.ca
We will respond promptly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
11. Data Security
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your personal information, including secure hosting through Wix and encrypted payment processing.
While no system is entirely immune to risk, we take every reasonable measure to protect your data.
12. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in Canada or in other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate protections are in place for all transfers.
13. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
14. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding your privacy, we invite you to contact us:
Apiary Aroma
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Email: info@apiaryaroma.ca
Privacy Officer: Apiary Aroma Privacy Team
17. Compliance Statement
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
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California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
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Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Last Updated: April 7, 2026
