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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 14, 2026  ·  Last Updated: March 14, 2026

1. Who We Are

Protective Auto Solutions ("we," "us," or "our") is a locally owned automotive protection business located at 832 McCallum Rd, Langford, British Columbia, Canada. We specialize in XPEL ceramic window tint installation for vehicles in the Greater Victoria area.

We are committed to protecting the personal information of our customers and website visitors in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and British Columbia's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected] or call (250) 532-1712.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it through our website's quote request form. The information we collect may include:

Information TypePurpose / Retention
First and Last NameTo address you personally and process your service request
Email AddressTo send your quote, booking confirmation, and follow-up communications
Phone NumberTo contact you regarding your appointment or quote
Vehicle Year, Make & ModelTo provide an accurate tint quote and prepare for your installation
Service PreferencesSuch as tint shade selection, to tailor our recommendation

We do not collect payment card information through our website. Payments are processed in person at our shop using secure point-of-sale terminals.

We may also collect non-personal, aggregated technical data automatically through cookies and analytics tools (see Section 7 — Cookies & Tracking).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information you provide for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your quote request and provide pricing information
  • To schedule and confirm your window tint installation appointment
  • To communicate with you before, during, and after your service
  • To process warranty registration with XPEL (with your consent)
  • To send occasional promotional messages about our services (you may opt out at any time)
  • To improve our website and services based on aggregate usage data
  • To comply with applicable laws and regulations

We will not use your personal information for any purpose other than those listed above without first obtaining your consent.

4. Third-Party Services We Use

To operate our business and website effectively, we share certain information with trusted third-party service providers. Each provider is bound by their own privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

GoHighLevel / LeadConnector (CRM & Lead Management)

Our quote request form is powered by GoHighLevel (operating as LeadConnector). When you submit a quote request, your name, email, phone number, and vehicle information are transmitted to and stored in GoHighLevel's CRM platform. This allows us to manage leads, send follow-up communications, and book appointments.

GoHighLevel is a US-based company. By submitting our form, you consent to your information being transferred to and processed in the United States. GoHighLevel's privacy policy is available at gohighlevel.com/privacy-policy.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects anonymized data such as pages visited, time on site, device type, and geographic region. This data does not identify you personally.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.

Google Ads

We use Google Ads to advertise our services to potential customers. Google Ads may use cookies and tracking pixels to show you our ads on Google Search and partner websites based on your browsing behaviour. You can manage your Google ad preferences at adssettings.google.com.

XPEL Technologies (Warranty Registration)

If you purchase an XPEL PRIME XR+ window tint package, we may share your name, contact information, and vehicle details with XPEL Technologies for the purpose of registering your lifetime transferable warranty. This transfer occurs only with your knowledge and is necessary to activate your warranty coverage. XPEL's privacy policy is available at xpel.com/privacy-policy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Specifically:

Information TypePurpose / Retention
Quote request data (name, email, phone, vehicle)Up to 2 years from last contact, or until you request deletion
Appointment and service recordsUp to 7 years for tax and business record purposes
Warranty registration dataRetained by XPEL for the life of the warranty
Analytics data (anonymized)Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
Marketing communicationsUntil you unsubscribe or request removal

When personal information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

  • To the third-party service providers listed in Section 4, for the purposes described
  • If required by law, court order, or government authority
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of Protective Auto Solutions, our customers, or the public
  • In connection with a business transfer (e.g., sale or merger), where the receiving party agrees to protect your information under equivalent terms

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience and collect analytics data. We use the following types of cookies:

Information TypePurpose / Retention
Essential CookiesRequired for the website to function correctly. Cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)Collect anonymized data about how you use our site. Help us improve content and performance.
Advertising Cookies (Google Ads)Used to measure ad campaign effectiveness and show relevant ads. May track you across websites.
Form Cookies (GoHighLevel/LeadConnector)Set by our quote form to manage your session and prevent duplicate submissions.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. For more information about managing cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org.

8. Your Rights Under BC Law (PIPA)

As a resident of British Columbia, you have the following rights under the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA):

  • Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent for us to use your personal information for non-essential purposes (e.g., marketing) at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
  • Right to Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to our legal retention obligations.
  • Right to Complain: If you believe we have not handled your personal information appropriately, you have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC (OIPC BC) at oipc.bc.ca.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10. We will respond to your request within 30 business days as required by PIPA.

9. Security Practices

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

  • HTTPS encryption on all pages of our website
  • Secure, access-controlled CRM systems (GoHighLevel) with role-based permissions
  • Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
  • Regular review of our data handling practices

While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer:

Protective Auto Solutions

832 McCallum Rd, Langford, BC, Canada

[email protected]

(250) 532-1712

We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns promptly and fairly. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

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