Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BAP ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our marketplace platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile photo
• Payment Information: Processed and stored by Stripe, not by BAP
• Event Information: Party details, venue preferences, guest counts, budgets
• Venue Information: Business details, location, descriptions, photos, menus
• Communications: Messages between hosts and venues, reviews, ratings

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on platform
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
• Location Data: General location based on IP address, specific location if you enable it
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Session management, preferences, analytics

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• OAuth Providers: If you sign in with Google, we receive basic profile information
• Stripe: Payment processing status, verification information (for venues)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Platform Operation: Create and manage accounts, facilitate bookings, process transactions
• Communication: Send booking confirmations, payment notifications, platform updates
• Improvement: Analyze usage patterns, improve features, develop new services
• Safety and Security: Prevent fraud, enforce terms, protect user safety
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests
• Marketing: Send promotional materials (with your consent, where required)

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Between Platform Users

When you create a booking or submit an offer, relevant information is shared between hosts and venues to facilitate the transaction:

• Hosts can see venue profiles, reviews, and offer details
• Venues can see party requirements and host profiles
• After booking, contact information may be shared for coordination

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers:

• Stripe: Payment processing and venue verification
• Resend: Email delivery services
• Sanity: Content management and data storage
• Vercel: Hosting and infrastructure
• Mapbox: Location services and mapping

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect rights, property, or safety of BAP, users, or the public
• Investigate fraud or security issues

4.4 Business Transfers

If BAP is acquired or merged with another company, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication with NextAuth.js
• Password hashing with bcrypt
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and maintain your account
• Comply with legal obligations (tax records, transaction history)
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Prevent fraud and abuse

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your information, except where we're required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

7.1 Access and Portability

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

7.2 Correction

Update or correct inaccurate information in your account settings.

7.3 Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.

7.4 Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in each message or through account settings.

7.5 Restriction and Objection

Object to or restrict certain processing of your information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at nosretepsolutions@gmail.com

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality (authentication, session management)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

BAP is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with information, contact us at nosretepsolutions@gmail.com

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

12. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at nosretepsolutions@gmail.com

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or prominent notice on the platform. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: