Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Allied Events ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform, website, and services.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number
• Payment information (credit/debit card details)
• Profile photo and biographical information
• Government-issued ID (for vendor verification)
• Business information (for vendor accounts)

Usage Information

• Device information and IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our platform
• Referring website or source
• Location data (with your consent)

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To process transactions and send related information
• To send administrative notifications and updates
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Vendors: When you make a booking, we share necessary information with the vendor to fulfill the service.
• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our platform (payment processors, hosting, analytics).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and trends
• Deliver personalized advertisements
• Improve security and prevent fraud

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, secure data storage, regular security audits, and access controls. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. When you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to data processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.