Privacy Policy.

Pasta Basta 595 Markham Street, Toronto, Ontario, M6G 0B3 ciao@pastabasta.ca

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

Pasta Basta ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website pastabasta.ca. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information about visitors to our website. By using this website you agree to the practices described in this policy.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), Quebec's Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector (Law 25), and applicable Canadian federal and provincial privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly: When you submit your email address through our newsletter or VIP list signup form, we collect that email address and the date and time of submission. We do not collect your name, phone number, or any payment information through this website.

Information collected automatically: When you visit pastabasta.ca, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and tracking technologies, including your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and the source that referred you to our site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Send you updates about Pasta Basta's opening, including opening date announcements and early access invitations, where you have provided your email address and consented to receive communications

  • Analyze website traffic and visitor behavior to improve the site using Google Analytics

  • Understand how visitors find and interact with our website to improve our marketing using Meta (Facebook and Instagram) advertising tools

  • Comply with legal obligations

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses the following cookies and tracking tools:

Google Analytics (GA4) We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to this site. We use this information to improve the website. Google Analytics collects only the IP address assigned to you on the date you visit the site. We do not combine the information collected through Google Analytics with personally identifiable information. Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.

Meta Pixel We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our content and advertising on Facebook and Instagram. The Meta Pixel may collect your IP address, browser information, and pages visited. This information is sent to Meta Platforms Inc. and used in accordance with Meta's Data Policy. You can opt out of Meta's use of cookies for advertising purposes at facebook.com/settings.

Essential Cookies Some cookies are necessary for the website to function. These cannot be disabled.

You can control non-essential cookies through the cookie settings on this website or through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features.

5. Email Communications

If you provide your email address through our signup form, you are consenting under CASL to receive electronic commercial messages from Pasta Basta. These messages will relate to our restaurant opening, early access opportunities, and Pasta Basta news.

Every email we send will include an unsubscribe link. You may withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us at ciao@pastabasta.ca. We will remove you from our list within 10 business days of receiving your request.

We do not use your email address for any purpose other than communications you have consented to receive.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services that may collect data:

Each of these services has its own privacy policy governing their use of your data. We encourage you to review them.

7. Data Retention

Email addresses collected through our signup form are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Website analytics data is retained for 26 months in accordance with Google Analytics default settings. We do not retain any other personal data beyond what is described in this policy.

8. Your Rights

Under applicable Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Withdraw consent to receive electronic communications at any time

  • File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at priv.gc.ca

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at ciao@pastabasta.ca. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at ciao@pastabasta.ca and we will delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects when it was last updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:

Pasta Basta 595 Markham Street Toronto, Ontario M6G 0B3 ciao@pastabasta.ca pastabasta.ca