Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
At JFT Auto (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://www.jftauto.ca, contact us, or lease a vehicle.
By using our website or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described below.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that is necessary to provide you with our services and comply with legal requirements.
A. Information You Provide
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Name, address, and contact information (email, phone number)
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Driver’s license or government-issued ID
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Employment and income details (for credit or lease applications)
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Vehicle preferences and leasing history
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Payment and billing details
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Communication records and consent preferences
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address, browser type, and device information
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Pages visited, duration, and referring URLs
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Cookies and similar technologies for analytics and marketing
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.
3. Purpose of Collection
We collect and use your personal information to:
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Process lease and financing applications
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Verify your identity and eligibility for credit
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Communicate with you about your vehicle or services
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Provide customer support
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Send promotions or updates (only if you have consented)
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Improve our website and customer experience
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Consent
Your personal information is collected with your consent, either expressed (through forms, applications, or email) or implied (through continued use of our services).
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at info@jftauto.ca, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:
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Financial partners or institutions (for credit or lease processing)
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Third-party service providers assisting in operations, IT, or marketing
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Government authorities or regulators when required by law
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Service platforms (e.g., analytics, CRM) under confidentiality agreements
All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for authorized purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
Although we use best practices, no electronic storage or transmission method is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights (Law 25 – Québec Residents)
Under Québec’s Law 25, you have the right to:
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Access and obtain a copy of your personal information
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Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data
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Withdraw consent for data processing or marketing communications
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Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention rules)
To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer at the address below.
8. Retention of Information
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Use of Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior and improve our services. These tools may collect anonymized data such as location, device type, and browsing activity.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of analytics tracking.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting personal information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Revised” date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes your acceptance.
12. Version Française
Conformément à la Loi 25, la version française de cette politique est disponible ci-dessus et prévaut en cas de divergence d’interprétation.
