Last updated: January 2026
Ari.Software ("Ari", "we", "us", or "our") is operated by Panthera Ventures Inc., an Ontario, Canada corporation. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you access or use Ari.Software, including any related applications, modules, services, and websites.
By using Ari, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information that you choose to provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Account credentials
- Billing and payment information (processed by third party payment providers)
- Support requests and communications
- Content you upload, create, or store within Ari
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you use Ari, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Device and browser information
- Operating system
- Usage data and interaction logs
- Referring URLs
- Date and time of access
This information is used to operate, secure, and improve the service.
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Authenticate sessions
- Remember preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
- Improve performance and reliability
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for purposes that a reasonable person would consider appropriate, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain Ari
- Create and manage user accounts
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Deliver modules, updates, and services
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Improve features and user experience
- Monitor security and prevent misuse or abuse
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell personal information.
3. Canadian Privacy Law Compliance
We comply with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws. Personal information is collected, used, and disclosed only for identified purposes and with consent where required by law.
You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.
4. Open Source and Self Hosting
Ari supports self hosted deployments.
When you self host Ari:
- You control your own data and infrastructure
- We do not access your hosted data unless you explicitly connect your deployment to Ari operated services
- Optional connections to Ari services may transmit limited information required for licensing, updates, or module discovery
You are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable privacy and data protection laws in self hosted environments.
5. Sharing of Information
We may disclose personal information only in the following circumstances:
- To trusted service providers that assist in operating Ari, such as hosting providers, payment processors, analytics services, and customer support tools
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, or lawful requests
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Panthera Ventures Inc., Ari users, or others
- In connection with a business transaction such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
Service providers are permitted to use personal information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to protect it.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
- Provide and improve the service
- Meet legal, regulatory, and accounting requirements
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information, subject to applicable legal obligations.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information, including:
- Encryption in transit where appropriate
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Monitoring, logging, and incident response practices
- Secure third party infrastructure providers
No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. International Data Transfers
Ari is operated from Canada and may rely on service providers located outside of Canada. As a result, personal information may be transferred to, processed, or stored in jurisdictions outside Canada.
When personal information is transferred outside Canada, it may be subject to the laws of the receiving jurisdiction and accessible to courts, law enforcement, or regulatory authorities in those jurisdictions. We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information receives a level of protection consistent with this Privacy Policy.
9. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Withdraw consent to certain uses of personal information
Requests can be made by contacting us using the information below.
10. Children's Privacy
Ari is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so that we can take appropriate steps.
11. Third Party Services and Links
Ari may integrate with or link to third party services or websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third party practices, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy policies.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Your continued use of Ari after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a request regarding your personal information, contact us at:
Panthera Ventures Inc. Operating as Ari.Software Ontario, Canada Email: hello@ari.software