Privacy Policy for Wedding Secrets

Effective Date: [DATE]

At Wedding Secrets ("we," "our," or "us"), accessible via [WEBSITE_URL], we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services. It also outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide you with tailored wedding planning tools, insider tips, and vendor recommendations. The types of information we collect include:

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and phone number when you create an account.
• Wedding Details: Wedding date, location, budget, guest count, and preferences for vendors (e.g., florists, photographers, venues).
• Payment Information: Billing address and payment details when you purchase premium services or vendor packages.
• Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us via email, forms, or chat support.

b. Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions with features like budget calculators or vendor comparison tools.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See Section 5 for details.

c. Information from Third Parties

• Vendor Partners: Information about your interactions with vendors you contact through our platform.
• Social Media Platforms: If you connect your social media accounts, we may collect your profile information, such as name, email, and profile picture.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
1. Provide and improve our wedding planning tools, including budget calculators, checklists, and vendor recommendations.
2. Facilitate communication between you and wedding vendors.
3. Process payments for premium services or vendor bookings.
4. Send you personalized tips, reminders, and promotional offers based on your wedding preferences.
5. Analyze website usage to improve user experience and develop new features.
6. Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you sign up for our newsletter or agree to receive promotional emails.
- Contractual Necessity: To provide services you request, such as vendor recommendations or premium tools.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, or other legal requirements.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure website security.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

a. Service Providers

We work with third-party vendors to provide services such as:
- Payment processing (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Email marketing (e.g., Mailchimp)
- Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Hosting and IT infrastructure

b. Wedding Vendors

When you request vendor recommendations or contact vendors through our platform, we share your wedding details and contact information with those vendors.

c. Legal and Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using our cookie management tool.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account Information: Retained until you delete your account.
- Wedding Details: Retained for 12 months after your wedding date for follow-up services.
- Payment Information: Retained for 7 years to comply with financial regulations.
- Usage Data: Retained for 24 months for analytics purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the following rights:

a. GDPR Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.

b. CCPA Rights

• Access: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell data).
• Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [EMAIL] or [PHONE].

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us at [EMAIL].

9. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your data.

10. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive information during transmission (e.g., SSL/TLS).
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

• Email: [EMAIL]
• Phone: [PHONE]
• Mailing Address: [COMPANY_ADDRESS]

By using Wedding Secrets, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.