PRIVACY POLICY – MAIN SITE
Last updated: June 16, 2026
Constructions HDF and Équipements HDF (hereinafter “HDF”, “we” or “us”) attach great importance to the protection of personal information and respect for privacy.
This policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect personal information obtained through our websites and in the course of our business activities.
1. PERSONAL INFORMATION PROTECTION OFFICER
In accordance with Law 25, HDF has appointed a person responsible for the protection of personal information:
Caroline Hébert
General Manager
380, rue des Entrepreneurs
Montmagny (Québec) G5V 4T1
Phone : 418 246-5219
E-mail : info@groupehdf.com
Any questions or requests relating to your personal information can be addressed to him.
2. PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED
Depending on your interactions with our sites and services, we may collect the following information:
- First and last name
- Company name
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Information transmitted via forms (contact, submission, information request)
- Information related to website usage
- IP address and browsing data
- Anonymized analytical data
3. COLLECTION METHODS
Personal information is collected when you:
- Fill out an online form (contact, submission, information request)
- Contact us by email or phone
- Browse our websites
- Interact with our digital content
4. PURPOSES OF THE COLLECTION
The information is used for:
- Responding to information requests
- Preparing and managing submissions
- Communicating with customers, partners and suppliers
- Improving our services and our website
- Produce usage statistics
- Ensure the operation and security of the site
- To comply with our legal and administrative obligations
5. CONNECTION COOKIES AND ANALYTICS TOOLS
Our websites use cookies and analytics tools in order to:
- Understanding how to use the site
- Improve performance and content
- Measuring audience and browsing statistics
We can use tools such as Google Analytics or similar technologies.
The data collected is generally anonymized.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
6. ADVERTISING AND REMARKETING
We may use remarketing technologies to display advertisements on other platforms based on your browsing on our site.
You can disable these features via:
- Your browser settings
- The advertising settings of the platforms used (e.g., Google)
7. COMMUNICATION TO THIRD PARTIES
As part of our operations, certain information may be shared with service providers, including:
- Web Hosting
- IT services
- Analytical tools
- Communication or form platforms
These providers only use the information to provide their services and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
HDF does not sell or rent personal information.
8. TRANSFER OUTSIDE OF QUEBEC
Some personal information may be processed or hosted outside of Quebec (for example by technology providers).
In these cases, we ensure that appropriate protective measures are in place.
9. INFORMATION RETENTION
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or in accordance with applicable legal obligations.
They are then securely destroyed or anonymized.
10. INTERNAL ACCESS TO INFORMATION
Access to personal information is limited to authorized employees and representatives who require it in the course of their duties.
This may include, in particular:
- The management
- Administrative staff
- Human resources
- Project or bid managers
11. SECURITY MEASURES
We implement reasonable measures to protect personal information, including:
- SSL (HTTPS) protocols
- Firewall
- Access control
- Secure passwords
- Computer backups
- Staff training
Despite these measures, no system offers absolute security.
12. YOUR RIGHTS
Subject to applicable laws, you have the following rights:
- Access your personal information
- Request a correction
- Withdraw your consent where applicable
- Request the deletion of certain information when permitted by law
13. REFUSAL TO PROVIDE INFORMATION
You can refuse to provide certain personal information.
However, this could limit our ability to:
- Responding to your requests
- Prepare a submission
- Communicating with you
- Provide certain services
14. COMPLAINTS
Any complaint concerning the protection of personal information can be forwarded to the person responsible for the protection of personal information.
Complaints are handled within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable requirements.
15. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY SITES
Our sites may contain links to external sites.
HDF is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites.
16. POLICY CHANGES
We may modify this policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
The latest version is always available on our website.
17. CONTACT
HDF Construction and Equipment
380, rue des Entrepreneurs
Montmagny (Québec) G5V 4T1
Phone : 418 246-5219
Email : info@groupehdf.com
Manager: Caroline Hébert
