Wedding Venues ES (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website www.weddingvenues.es (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, you should discontinue use of the Website.

1. Who We Are

Our website address is: https://www.weddingvenues.es. We operate as a wedding venue directory, connecting users with venues for enquiries and further communication. Our primary aim is to facilitate lead generation for wedding venues and related businesses.

2. Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect personal data from users in several ways to provide and improve our services.

2.1 Media

If you upload images to the Website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the Website may download and extract any location data from images displayed publicly.

2.2 Contact Forms

When you complete a contact form on our Website, the information you provide will be collected and sent to us. This allows us to respond to your enquiries. We store these emails securely on our email server.

2.3 Cookies

Our Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse traffic. When you log in, cookies may be stored to remember your name, email, and preferences for future visits. Cookies remain active for up to one year. For more information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy](insert link).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for our legitimate business purposes, including:

3.1 Providing Services

We use your personal information to fulfil your requests, process enquiries, and provide the services you have requested. This may include sharing your details with relevant suppliers or venues.

3.2 Improving Our Website

We analyse anonymised data to understand how our Website is used and to improve the user experience.

3.3 Quality Assurance

We may monitor communications between users and venues (e.g., via platforms such as Google Meet or CatchApp) to ensure compliance and service quality.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising

Your information may be used to send newsletters, promotions, or personalised advertising based on your interests, with your consent where required.

3.5 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition, your data may be transferred to the new owner or legal entity.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with the following:

4.1 Our Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted service providers (e.g., web developers, hosts) to help operate our Website. This may include services outside the EEA, where appropriate safeguards are in place.

4.2 Suppliers

If you enquire about or book a venue through us, we may share your details with the venue or supplier to facilitate your request.

4.3 Customers

If you are a venue or service provider, we may share your contact details with clients enquiring about your services.

4.4 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your personal data if required by law or necessary to protect our legal rights.

4.5 Business Transfers

Should our business be sold or merged, your personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Data Retention

5.1 User Profiles

If you register on our Website, your profile data is stored securely. You can edit or delete this data at any time (except your username). Administrators may also manage this information.

5.2 Retention of Contact Information

Contact form submissions are retained as long as needed to respond to your enquiry. You can request data removal at any time—see Section 7 for your rights.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection from breaches.

7. Your Rights

7.1 Access to Your Data

You may request a copy of any personal data we hold about you, including data you’ve submitted.

7.2 Erasure of Your Data

You have the right to request that we delete your personal data, subject to any legal obligations we must retain it.

7.3 Correcting or Withdrawing Your Data

If your information is incorrect or you wish to withdraw consent, please contact us at: info@weddingvenues.es.

8. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

Our Website may contain links to external websites or embedded content (e.g., videos, maps). These third parties may collect data about you and use cookies independently of our practices. We do not accept responsibility for their privacy policies.

9. Use of Cookies

Cookies help improve your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality. For full details, please see our [Cookie Policy](insert link).

10. Analytics

We use tools such as Google Analytics to measure traffic and performance. This service collects anonymised data and does not identify you personally. For more information, view Google’s Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The date at the top reflects the latest version. Please review it regularly to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.

12. Your Consent

By using our Website, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

13. Contacting Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to your personal data, please contact:

Wedding Venues ES
Email: info@weddingvenues.es
Registered Address: Calle Azaleas, 51, Marbella, 29660, Málaga, Spain