Privacy Policy

Men's Barbershop - Your Privacy, Our Priority

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how our men's barbershop website collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to ensuring your privacy is protected and that any personal information you provide is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We reserve the right to update this policy periodically, and any changes will be posted on this page.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when using our services, including:

  • Full name and contact details for appointment bookings
  • Phone number and email address for communication purposes
  • Appointment preferences and service history
  • Payment information for completed transactions
  • Feedback and reviews about our services

Automatically Collected Information

Our website automatically collects certain technical information:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device type and operating system details
  • Website usage patterns and navigation data
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Geographic location data (with your consent)

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following legitimate business purposes:

  • Processing and managing your barbershop appointments
  • Providing personalized grooming services and recommendations
  • Communicating about appointments, services, and promotions
  • Processing payments and maintaining financial records
  • Improving our website functionality and user experience
  • Analyzing service preferences to enhance our offerings
  • Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements

Marketing Communications

We may send you promotional materials about our barbershop services, special offers, and grooming tips. You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have several rights regarding your personal information:

Right of Access

You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you and information about how we process it.

Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information we maintain.

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances, subject to legal requirements.

Right to Portability

You can request transfer of your data to another service provider in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within one month of receipt.

Data Protection and Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

  • SSL encryption for all data transmission and storage
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls limiting staff access to necessary information only
  • Secure payment processing through certified payment providers
  • Regular backup procedures and disaster recovery protocols
  • Staff training on data protection and privacy practices

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We continuously update our security practices to maintain the highest level of protection possible.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Specifically:

  • Appointment records are kept for 3 years for service history purposes
  • Financial transaction data is retained for 7 years as required by law
  • Marketing preferences are maintained until you opt-out
  • Website analytics data is anonymized after 24 months

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to enhance our operations:

  • Payment processors for secure transaction handling
  • Appointment scheduling software providers
  • Email marketing platforms for promotional communications
  • Website analytics tools for performance monitoring

These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. We use:

  • Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies to understand user behavior
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings
  • Marketing cookies for targeted advertisements (with consent)

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Policy Updates

This privacy policy was last updated on the current date. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or direct notification.