WeddingSage

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 1, 2025

Introduction

At WeddingSage ("we," "us," or "our"), we understand the importance of your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website weddingsage.app ("Website") or use our AI-powered wedding speech writing services ("Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Definitions

  • Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
  • Processing: Any operation performed on Personal Data, such as collection, storage, use, or disclosure.
  • User: An individual who uses our Services.
  • Speech Content: Text and information generated or saved through our Services, including wedding speeches and related information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Personal Data You Provide

We collect Personal Data that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address.
  • Account Credentials: Email and password, or third-party authentication information when signing in with Google.
  • Speech Information: Wedding role, relationship to couple, tone preferences, and other details needed to generate appropriate speech content.
  • Payment Information: Credit card details and billing information (processed securely through our payment processor).
  • Feedback and Correspondence: Information you provide when contacting us.

2.2. Data Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect:

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, links clicked, features used, time spent on pages.
  • Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers.
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address.

2.3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and use Personal Data. For more information, see Section 9 of this policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your Personal Data for:

  • Providing and Improving Our Services: Account management, service delivery, personalization, speech generation and storage.
  • Communication: Customer support, sending important notices about your account or purchases.
  • Marketing: Sending promotional materials and special offers (with opt-out option).
  • Analytics and Research: Performance analysis, research and development to improve our AI and speech generation technology.
  • Legal and Security: Compliance with legal obligations, fraud prevention, enforcement of our Terms and Conditions.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

4.1. Legal Basis for Processing

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process Personal Data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: We obtain explicit consent for specific processing purposes
  • Contract Performance: Processing necessary for our service contract with you
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with EU and member state laws
  • Legitimate Interests: Business purposes balanced against your rights

4.2. Additional GDPR Rights

As an EEA resident, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Obtain confirmation of processing and data copies
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure: Request data deletion in specific circumstances
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit data use in certain cases
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive and transfer your data
  • Right to Object: Object to processing for legitimate interests
  • Automated Decision-Making Rights: Not be subject to automated decisions

4.3. Cross-Border Transfers

We transfer data outside the EEA using:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions where applicable
  • Regular transfer impact assessments

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your Personal Data with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors performing services on our behalf, including:
    • Firebase for authentication
    • Stripe for payment processing
    • AWS or similar providers for hosting
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect rights.
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
  • With Consent: When you provide explicit consent for sharing.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, particularly for users in the EEA and UK.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1. GDPR Rights (EEA and UK Residents)

You have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, object to processing, and withdraw consent.

7.2. CCPA Rights (California Residents)

You have rights to know about and delete your Personal Data, opt-out of sale (note: we do not sell Personal Data), and non-discrimination.

7.3. Opt-Out of Marketing

You may opt-out of marketing communications at any time by:

  • Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
  • Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
  • Contacting us directly at support@weddingsage.app

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@weddingsage.app.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls for our systems and databases
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Secure authentication practices

No security measure is foolproof, but we continuously work to maintain the security of your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

9. Cookies and Similar Technologies

9.1. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website operation and core functionality.
  • Performance Cookies: To analyze and improve our Services.
  • Functionality Cookies: To remember your preferences and settings.
  • Analytics Cookies: To understand how users interact with our site.
  • Advertising Cookies: To deliver relevant advertisements.

9.2. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete cookies periodically
  • Browse in "private" or "incognito" mode

Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

10. Data Retention

We retain Personal Data as long as necessary for the purposes collected, legal obligations, and business needs. Specifically:

  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active
  • Speech Content: Retained until you delete it or close your account
  • Payment Information: Retained as required by financial regulations
  • Usage Data: Typically retained for 12-24 months

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

11. Third-Party Services

Our Services may include links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or payment processors. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with them.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete this information as quickly as possible.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be notified through our Website, email, or Services. The "Effective Date" at the top will be updated to reflect the most recent revision.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your rights, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@weddingsage.app

We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

15. Acceptance of This Policy

By using WeddingSage.app, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our collection, use, and disclosure of your Personal Data as described herein.