{"id":97,"date":"2025-11-23T20:59:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T20:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alvavisa.com\/ca\/privacy-policy\/"},"modified":"2025-11-23T20:59:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T20:59:30","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alvavisa.com\/ca\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"97\" class=\"elementor elementor-97\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3443dfb5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3443dfb5\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d001309 elementor-view-stacked elementor-position-left elementor-shape-circle elementor-mobile-position-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"d001309\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-far-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm0 448c-110.5 0-200-89.5-200-200S145.5 56 256 56s200 89.5 200 200-89.5 200-200 200z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrivacy Policy\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-423f9123 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"423f9123\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc7e94b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cc7e94b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"697\"><strong>Important Notice: <\/strong><br \/>Compass World LLC operates as an independent travel facilitation platform and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada. Travelers may apply for their Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) directly through the official Government of Canada website without using our platform or paying any service-related fees.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fa6a4b6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3fa6a4b6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f43a449 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f43a449\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Updated: July 14, 2025<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-368cde50 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"368cde50\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"578\">This Privacy Policy explains how Compass World LLC (\u201cwe,\u201d \u201cour,\u201d or \u201cthe Company\u201d) collects, uses, shares, and safeguards personal information when individuals access or engage with our website, <strong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"474\">AlvaVisa.com<\/strong>. By using our website or services, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Policy.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"583\">\n<h3 data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"611\">1. About the Company<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"896\">Compass World LLC is a privately held US-based company that provides optional online support services for travelers preparing to apply for a <strong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"801\">Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)<\/strong>. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated on behalf of the Government of Canada.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"991\"><strong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"918\">Company Address:<\/strong><br data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\">Compass World LLC<br data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"941\">1200\u20131309 Coffeen Avenue<br data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"968\">Sheridan, Wyoming, US<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"996\">\n<h3 data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1029\">2. Information We Collect<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1238\">When you interact with our platform, we may collect personal information required to deliver services effectively and in compliance with relevant privacy laws. The categories of data we may collect include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1787\">\n<li data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1333\">\n<p data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1333\"><strong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1269\">Personal Identification<\/strong>: Full legal name, nationality, date of birth, passport number<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1422\">\n<p data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1422\"><strong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1359\">Contact Information<\/strong>: Email address, phone number, residential or mailing address<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1521\">\n<p data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1521\"><strong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1443\">Travel Details<\/strong>: Purpose of visit, intended travel dates, and related itinerary information<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1623\">\n<p data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1623\"><strong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1540\">Payment Data<\/strong>: Credit or debit card details (processed securely through third-party providers)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1787\">\n<p data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1787\"><strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1654\">Technical and Usage Data<\/strong>: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and session activity collected through cookies or analytics tools<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1879\">We do not knowingly collect or process information from individuals under the age of 18.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1884\">\n<h3 data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1916\">3. Purpose of Data Usage<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2030\">The information collected is used exclusively for operational and legally required purposes, which may include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<li data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2110\">\n<p data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2110\">Assisting with the preparation and facilitation of Canada eTA applications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2182\">\n<p data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2182\">Sending confirmations, receipts, notifications, and service updates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2241\">\n<p data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2241\">Providing technical or customer support when requested<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2328\">\n<p data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2328\">Monitoring system performance, maintaining website security, and preventing misuse<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<p data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2412\">Meeting compliance obligations under applicable legal and regulatory frameworks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2555\">Data processing is based on contractual necessity, legitimate interests, user consent (where required), and compliance with governing laws.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2560\">\n<h3 data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2604\">4. Data Disclosure and Third Parties<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2714\">We may share your personal information with third-party providers strictly for service delivery, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2984\">\n<li data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<p data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2802\">Canadian immigration authorities, for the purpose of transmitting your application<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2870\">\n<p data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2870\">Payment processors, to securely complete financial transactions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2984\">\n<p data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2984\">Technology providers, including hosting services, cloud platforms, analytics tools, and communication systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3186\">We do not sell, lease, or otherwise commercialize your personal data. All third-party providers are contractually obligated to uphold confidentiality and follow appropriate data protection measures.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3191\">\n<h3 data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3230\">5. Security and Data Safeguards<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3415\">We employ robust security controls and industry-standard practices to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or loss. These measures include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3684\">\n<li data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3474\">\n<p data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3474\">Encrypted communication and secure transfer protocols<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3542\">\n<p data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3542\">Restricted internal access based on employee role and necessity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3543\" data-end=\"3615\">\n<p data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3615\">Hosting environments protected by firewalls and intrusion monitoring<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3684\">\n<p data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3684\">Regular updates, monitoring, and periodic reviews of our systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3843\">While strong protections are in place, it is important to understand that no online platform can guarantee absolute security of transmitted or stored data.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3848\">\n<h3 data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3880\">6. Data Retention Policy<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"4146\">Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law. Once data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized according to recognized best practices.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4151\">\n<h3 data-start=\"4153\" data-end=\"4185\">7. Your Rights and Choices<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4245\">Depending on where you reside, you may have the right to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4247\" data-end=\"4601\">\n<li data-start=\"4247\" data-end=\"4293\">\n<p data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4293\">Access the personal data we hold about you<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4294\" data-end=\"4362\">\n<p data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4362\">Request corrections or updates to inaccurate or outdated records<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4363\" data-end=\"4420\">\n<p data-start=\"4365\" data-end=\"4420\">Request deletion or restriction of your personal data<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4468\">\n<p data-start=\"4423\" data-end=\"4468\">Object to specific forms of data processing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4527\">\n<p data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4527\">Withdraw consent, where processing is based on consent<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4601\">\n<p data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4601\">File a complaint with the appropriate privacy or regulatory authority<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4603\" data-end=\"4862\">Residents of the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, and the State of California may be entitled to additional protections under the GDPR or CCPA. For security purposes, we may require identity verification before fulfilling any such requests.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"4867\">\n<h3 data-start=\"4869\" data-end=\"4913\">8. Use of Cookies and Analytical Tools<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4914\" data-end=\"5116\">We use cookies and related technologies to support site functionality, track usage patterns, and improve user experience. You may adjust or disable cookie preferences within your web browser settings.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5118\" data-end=\"5387\">We may also employ anonymized tracking technologies, such as Google Analytics, to collect aggregated information on visitor activity, including session duration, general location, and browsing behavior. For additional information, please review our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ca.alvavisa.com\/cookie-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cookie Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5389\" data-end=\"5392\">\n<h3 data-start=\"5394\" data-end=\"5427\">9. Revisions to This Policy<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5428\" data-end=\"5746\">This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, operational requirements, or technical improvements. The most current version will always be posted on this page, along with the date of revision. Continued use of our services following updates will indicate acceptance of the revised terms.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5748\" data-end=\"5751\">\n<h3 data-start=\"5753\" data-end=\"5776\">10. Contacting Us<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5925\">If you have questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the management of your personal information, please contact us at:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5927\" data-end=\"6058\"><strong data-start=\"5927\" data-end=\"5948\">Compass World LLC<\/strong><br data-start=\"5948\" data-end=\"5951\">1200\u20131309 Coffeen Avenue<br data-start=\"5975\" data-end=\"5978\">Sheridan, Wyoming, US<br data-start=\"5999\" data-end=\"6002\">Phone:&nbsp;+1 (942) 380-2990<br data-start=\"6026\" data-end=\"6029\">Email: <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6036\" data-end=\"6056\">support@alvavisa.com<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Privacy Policy Important Notice: Compass World LLC operates as an independent travel facilitation platform and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada. 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