Privacy Policy & Legal Stuff

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Look, we get it - nobody really reads these things. But we're gonna be straight with you about what we do with your info when you trust us with your ride. No fancy legal jargon, just the real deal about how we handle your data at our shop.

Alright, so here's what we typically keep on file when you become a customer:

Personal Details
  • Your name, phone number, and email - gotta be able to reach you when your car's ready
  • Billing address for invoices and payment processing
  • Driver's license info if needed for test drives after service
Vehicle Information
  • Make, model, year, VIN - the basics to pull up service history
  • Mileage records to track maintenance intervals
  • Service history and work orders - so we know what's been done before
  • Diagnostic codes and technical data from your car's computer systems
Payment Info
  • Credit card details (though we don't store full numbers, that's handled by our payment processor)
  • Transaction history for warranty and accounting purposes
Website & Communication Data
  • Messages you send through our contact forms
  • IP addresses and browser info when you visit our site
  • Appointment requests and service inquiries

We're not out here selling your info to random companies. Here's what we actually do with it:

Service Delivery

Schedule appointments, perform repairs, send you updates about your vehicle's status, and keep track of what work's been done.

Billing & Records

Process payments, send invoices, maintain records for warranty work, and handle any warranty claims down the road.

Reminders & Updates

Send maintenance reminders - your BMW's gonna need that oil change eventually. We'll shoot you a heads-up when it's time.

Improving Our Shop

Analyze service patterns to stock the right parts and improve our operations. If we see a lot of Audis needing timing chain work, we'll plan accordingly.

Real talk: We'll never spam you with junk. If you're getting emails from us, it's because your car needs attention or we've got something actually useful to tell you.

We're pretty protective of your info, but sometimes we gotta share it with a few trusted folks:

Parts Suppliers & Manufacturers

When we're ordering parts for your Porsche or filing a warranty claim with Mercedes, we share your VIN and vehicle details. That's just how the industry works - can't get the right part without the right info.

Payment Processors

Your credit card info goes through secure payment gateways. We don't actually see or store your full card numbers - that's all handled by PCI-compliant processors who know what they're doing.

Insurance Companies

If you're filing an insurance claim for repairs, we'll share the necessary documentation and photos with your insurance provider. Only happens if you ask us to, though.

Legal Requirements

If the law says we gotta hand over records - court order, government request, that sort of thing - we'll comply. But we're not just giving your data away for fun.

What we DON'T do: We don't sell your personal info to marketing companies, data brokers, or anyone else looking to make a quick buck off your contact details. That's not our style.

We take security pretty seriously around here. Your car's worth a lot, and so's your personal info. Here's what we do:

Encrypted Storage

All digital records are encrypted. Our management system uses industry-standard security protocols - basically means your data's scrambled so nobody can just peek at it.

Limited Access

Only staff who actually need to see your info can access it. The guy changing your oil doesn't have access to your payment details, and the front desk can't see diagnostic data they don't need.

Physical Security

Paper records are locked up tight. We're not leaving your info sitting on a desk where anyone can grab it. Keys stay with you, documents stay secure.

Regular Backups

We backup everything regularly. If something goes sideways with our systems, we won't lose your service history or contact info.

That said, no system's 100% bulletproof. We do our best, but if there's ever a breach, we'll let you know ASAP and help you figure out what to do next.

It's your data, so here's what you can do with it:

Access Your Info

Wanna see what we've got on file? Just ask. We'll show you your service records, contact details, whatever you need to see.

Correct Mistakes

Got a new phone number? Address changed? Let us know and we'll update it. Wrong info on your service history? We'll fix that too.

Request Deletion

Want us to delete your data? We can do that, though we gotta keep some stuff for tax and legal reasons (usually 7 years for financial records in Canada). But we'll nuke what we legally can.

Opt Out of Marketing

Don't wanna get our maintenance reminders or promotional emails? Click unsubscribe or tell us to stop. We'll still need to contact you about active service appointments though.

Data Portability

Moving to another shop? You can request a copy of your service history in a portable format. We're not gonna hold your records hostage.

To exercise any of these rights, just give us a call at (604) 782-3940 or shoot us an email at service@glavorynthxenium.info. We'll get it sorted within a reasonable timeframe.

Yeah, our website uses cookies. Not the chocolate chip kind unfortunately - these are little files that help the site work better.

What Cookies We Use:
  • Essential Cookies: Keep you logged into our appointment system, remember your preferences, make the site actually function. Can't really turn these off if you wanna use the site properly.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us see how people use the site - which pages get visited, where folks click, that kinda thing. Helps us make the site better.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember settings like language preferences or whether you've already filled out part of a contact form.
Managing Cookies:

Your browser lets you control cookies. You can block 'em, delete 'em, or get notified when they're being set. Just keep in mind that blocking cookies might make parts of the site not work right - like the appointment booking system.

Third-Party Stuff:

We might use Google Analytics or similar services to understand site traffic. These companies have their own privacy policies - we don't control what they do, but we try to work with reputable ones.

Modern European cars are basically computers on wheels. When we hook up our diagnostic equipment, we're pulling a ton of data from your vehicle's systems.

What We Pull From Your Car:
  • Error codes and fault data from various control modules
  • Performance metrics - engine parameters, transmission behavior, that stuff
  • Sensor readings and calibration data
  • Software version numbers for various systems
  • Service interval counters and maintenance flags
Why We Keep This Data:

This diagnostic info helps us track recurring issues, verify repairs were successful, and refer back if similar problems pop up later. It's like keeping detailed notes so we don't have to start from scratch every time.

GPS & Telematics:

Some newer vehicles store location data or driving patterns. We don't actively collect or use this stuff unless it's directly related to diagnosing a problem. Your car's GPS history isn't our business unless you're having navigation system issues.

Heads up: If your car has manufacturer telematics (like BMW ConnectedDrive or Mercedes me), that data goes to the manufacturer, not us. Check their privacy policies for how they handle it.

Here's the deal with using our services - the stuff you're agreeing to when you book an appointment or bring your car in: