Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 23, 2025

At Guideswonderful, we believe privacy is a fundamental right, not a luxury. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and respect your personal information when you use our personal shopping services. We're committed to transparency and giving you control over your data.

1. Information We Collect

To provide personalized shopping assistance, we collect several types of information. Here's exactly what we gather and why:

Information You Provide

When you engage our services, you share information with us directly:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
  • Style Preferences: Clothing sizes, color preferences, style inspirations, budget parameters
  • Shopping Needs: Occasions, lifestyle details, wardrobe goals, specific requests
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
  • Communication Content: Messages, consultation notes, feedback, and correspondence

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical information is collected automatically:

  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, navigation patterns, referring websites
  • Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (not precise GPS location)
  • Cookies: Small data files that help us remember your preferences (see our Cookies Policy for details)

Information from Third Parties

Occasionally, we may receive information about you from other sources, such as public databases, marketing partners, or social media platforms (only if you've chosen to connect your accounts). This helps us verify information and provide better recommendations.

2. How We Use Your Information

Every piece of information we collect serves a specific purpose in delivering exceptional personal shopping services:

Personalized Service Delivery

We use your style preferences, measurements, and shopping goals to create tailored recommendations that truly reflect your needs and aesthetic.

Communication and Support

We use your contact information to schedule consultations, respond to inquiries, provide follow-up support, and send service-related updates.

Payment Processing

Payment information is used exclusively to process transactions securely. We never store complete credit card numbers on our servers.

Service Improvement

Aggregated, anonymized data helps us understand how clients use our services and identify areas for enhancement without compromising individual privacy.

Legal Compliance

When required by law, we may use or disclose information to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, or protect our rights and safety.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect the confidentiality of your personal information. We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties for marketing purposes. We only share information in specific, limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business (payment processors, email services, website hosting). These providers have access only to information necessary for their specific functions and are contractually obligated to protect your data.

Retail Partners

When you make purchases through links we provide, you're entering into separate transactions with those retailers. Their privacy policies govern how they handle your information. We may receive commission on sales but do not share your personal consultation details with retailers.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, in response to valid legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Guideswonderful, our clients, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and update this policy if such a transfer affects your privacy rights.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously and implement multiple layers of protection:

  • Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
  • Secure Storage: Personal information is stored on secure servers with restricted access and regular security audits
  • Payment Security: Credit card information is processed through PCI-compliant payment processors and never stored on our servers
  • Access Controls: Only authorized team members who need access to perform their duties can view your personal information
  • Regular Updates: We continuously monitor and update our security measures to address emerging threats

While we implement robust security measures, no system is completely immune to risks. We cannot guarantee absolute security but remain committed to protecting your information to the best of our ability.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have significant control over your personal information. Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access and Correction

You can request to see what personal information we hold about you and correct any inaccuracies.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements and legitimate business needs.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking unsubscribe links in emails or contacting us directly.

Objection and Restriction

You can object to certain types of processing or request that we restrict how we use your information.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@guideswonderful.world. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law:

  • Active Clients: Throughout our business relationship and for reasonable period after to provide ongoing support
  • Consultation Records: Typically 3-5 years to maintain service history and address potential questions
  • Financial Records: 7 years or as required by applicable tax and accounting regulations
  • Marketing Communications: Until you opt out or request deletion

After retention periods expire, we securely delete or anonymize your information.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

8. International Data Transfers

Our services are based in the United States. If you access our website from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers and databases are located.

By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data receives adequate protection regardless of where it's processed.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
  • Notify active clients via email
  • Provide prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

Guideswonderful
447 Pinecrest Road
Seattle, WA 98109
Email: info@guideswonderful.world
Phone: +1 (206) 555-7721

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.

Last Updated: November 23, 2025

Your privacy is not a commodity to us—it's a responsibility we take seriously. Thank you for trusting us with your information.