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Privacy Policy
Version 1.0 · Effective January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
WedCanada, operated by Platinum Express Business & Lifestyle Services ("we", "us", or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our wedding vendor directory platform.
By using WedCanada, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Create an account (name and email address)
- Complete your profile (wedding date, location, preferences)
- Contact vendors through our platform (messages, inquiries)
- Book consultations or services
- Subscribe to vendor services (business information, payment details)
2.2 Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our platform:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Search queries and filters used
- Vendors viewed and saved to wishlists
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the WedCanada platform
- Enable communication between couples and vendors
- Process vendor subscriptions and payments
- Send account updates and service notifications
- Improve our platform and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and platform performance
- Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 With Vendors
When you contact or book with a vendor through WedCanada, we share your name, contact information, and message content with that vendor to facilitate communication.
4.2 With Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, email delivery, and analytics.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, including to law enforcement or government agencies.
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited employee access to personal information
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent was the legal basis
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info.wedcanada@gmail.com.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Authenticate your account
- Analyze platform usage and performance
- Deliver personalized content and recommendations
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Note that some features of WedCanada may not function properly without cookies.
8. Children's Privacy
WedCanada is not intended for individuals under the age of majority in their province or territory of residence. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals who are under the applicable age of majority.
If you believe that an account has been created or personal information has been collected from an individual who is under the age of majority, please contact us immediately so that the account and associated information can be reviewed and removed.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using WedCanada, you consent to such transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of WedCanada after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
WedCanada, operated by Platinum Express Business & Lifestyle Services
Email: info.wedcanada@gmail.com