PIPEDA Compliant Forms
by MakeForms
MakeForms is PIPEDA compliant, ensuring that Canadian businesses using our platform
can collect and manage personal information in a secure and ethical manner.
About PIPEDA Compliance
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is a Canadian law that regulates how private sector organizations collect, use, and disclose personal information in the course of their commercial activities. PIPEDA applies to all personal information that is collected, used or disclosed in the course of commercial activities in Canada. The act requires that organizations obtain consent from individuals before collecting, using, or disclosing their personal information, and that they ensure that such information is protected from unauthorized access or disclosure.
Why is PIPEDA Compliance Important?
If your business handles personal data in Canada, PIPEDA isn’t optional. It sets the rules for how data should be collected, used, and shared — helping you stay legally compliant and earn user trust.
Covers Canadian Data Laws
PIPEDA applies to any business that collects, uses, or shares personal data during commercial activities in Canada. If that’s you, compliance isn’t optional.
Avoid Legal Trouble
Ignoring PIPEDA can lead to fines, penalties, or lawsuits. Staying compliant keeps you clear of legal and financial mess.
Build Customer Trust
PIPEDA isn’t just a rulebook — it’s a signal to your users that you take privacy seriously. It shows you care about handling their data the right way.
MakeForms & PIPEDA Compliance
MakeForms follows the rules set by PIPEDA to protect personal data of Canadian users. From storage to access, every step is built to meet the standards expected under Canadian privacy law.
Quebec-Based Data Center
We store Canadian user data in a dedicated data center located in Quebec. This helps meet PIPEDA's data residency expectations and supports location-specific compliance needs.
PIPEDA Principles Applied Globally
Whether your team is in Canada or not, if you're handling personal data of Canadian citizens through MakeForms, we apply PIPEDA standards to that data — no shortcuts.
Get PIPEDA Assessment Report
Send us an email to support@makeforms.io to request our PIEPDA Assessment report. We’re open about how we secure your data — because you deserve to know.
Strong Security Controls
From encryption to access control, we’ve locked down every touchpoint. Internal policies guide how data is stored and processed, and our systems are built to prevent misuse.
Team Training & Internal Policies
Our staff is trained to follow PIPEDA rules. We run checks, refresh training, and keep our team accountable — so every action aligns with what the law expects.
Privacy Officer & DPA Support
We’ve appointed a Privacy Officer to manage compliance and address concerns. If required, we’re happy to sign a DPA that clearly outlines our privacy and data handling commitments.
PIPEDA Compliance,
Backed by Canadian Data
Residency
MakeForms lets Canadian businesses host their form data in Quebec, Canada.
MakeForms is compliant with
With MakeForms, be assured that you are not just data residency compliant. But also, compliant with the most stringent compliance frameworks
HIPAA Compliance
MakeForms handles sensitive health data securely and meets US healthcare requirements.
GDPR EU Compliant
Follow EU data privacy rules with full control over where and how form data is stored.
ISO 27001 : 2013
Follow international cloud security best practices for safer form data management.
GDPR UK Compliant
Follow UK data privacy rules with full control over where and how form data is stored.
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