Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 4 2025

Wedding Boulevard (“we,” “our,” “us”) is the data controller of your personal data. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you use our website and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined here.

1. Scope & Governing Law

1.1 This Privacy Policy applies to all users in Canada and is governed by the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
1.2 For European residents, we also recognize rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1.3 This Policy applies to both Customers (couples) and Vendors using the Wedding Boulevard platform.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Automatically (Device Information):

• Browser type, IP address, time zone

• Cookies installed on your device

• Pages viewed, websites or search terms that referred you to the site, and how you interact with the platform

From Couples/Customers:

• Names, email addresses, and phone numbers

• Wedding date and location

• Payment details (processed securely via Stripe or PayPal)

From Vendors:

• Names and business names

• Contact information (email, phone)

• Reviews, photos, and work samples

• Business information provided during onboarding

3. Why We Process Data

We collect and process data to:

• Facilitate bookings between Couples and Vendors

• Communicate with users about bookings, updates, and reminders

• Process payments securely via Stripe and PayPal

• Send promotional emails, newsletters, and marketing campaigns (you may unsubscribe at any time)

• Improve our website and services through analytics and statistics

• Identify potential cases of abuse and prevent fraud

You can visit the website without telling us who you are. However, to use certain features (such as newsletters, bookings, or forms), you may need to provide personal data.

4. Sharing of Information

4.1 Customer information is shared with Vendors only after a deposit has been paid, so the Vendor can deliver services.
4.2 Vendor information (profiles, reviews, photos) is publicly visible on the platform.
4.3 We do not sell or share personal information with advertisers, affiliates, or unrelated third parties.
4.4 Stripe and PayPal process payment details in accordance with their own privacy policies.
4.5 We may disclose data if required by law, subpoena, or government request, or if necessary to protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud.

5. Data Retention

5.1 Wedding Boulevard retains customer and vendor information permanently, unless deletion is requested.
5.2 Users may request deletion of their personal information at any time by contacting us at support@weddingboulevard.ca.

6. Cookies & Tracking

6.1 We use cookies and tracking technologies (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel) to analyze website usage and improve services.
6.2 Cookies may also be used for advertising and retargeting campaigns.
6.3 You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not work properly.

7. Security

7.1 We store your personal data on secure servers and apply reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
7.2 However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless network can be fully guaranteed.

8. Your Rights

For Canadian Users (PIPEDA):

• The right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data.

For European Residents (GDPR):

• The right to be informed

• The right of access

• The right to rectification

• The right to erasure

• The right to restrict processing

• The right to data portability

• The right to object

• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@weddingboulevard.ca.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of third-party sites before providing personal information.

10. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

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

📧 support@weddingboulevard.ca