Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 18, 2025
Last Updated: September 18, 2025
1. Introduction
AllSaunas ("we," "us," or "our") 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 sauna discovery platform and related services (the "Service").
Our Service is operated from San Francisco, California, and this Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other relevant regulations.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account Information:
- Name and email address
- Username and password
- Profile preferences and settings
User-Generated Content:
- Facility submissions through our internal dashboard
- Sauna activity logs (future feature)
- Reviews and ratings (when available)
- Communications with our support team
Facility Submission Data:
- Facility names, addresses, and contact information
- Operating hours, pricing, and amenities
- Photos and descriptions
- Sauna room specifications and features
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
Usage Data:
- Pages visited and features used
- Search queries and filters applied
- Time spent on different sections
- Click patterns and navigation paths
Technical Information:
- IP address and location data
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Screen resolution and device identifiers
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Performance Data:
- Error logs and crash reports
- Service performance metrics
- Feature usage analytics
2.3 Information We Collect from Third Parties
Publicly Available Facility Data:
- Business information from public websites
- Operating hours and contact details
- Facility descriptions and amenities
- Reviews and ratings from public platforms
Third-Party Integrations:
- Google Maps and location services
- Social media platforms (if you choose to connect)
- Payment processors (for future premium features)
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Primary Purposes
Service Provision:
- Provide access to our sauna facility directory
- Enable facility search and discovery features
- Process and display facility submissions
- Maintain and improve service functionality
Personalization:
- Customize search results and recommendations
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide personalized facility suggestions
- Track your sauna activity history (future feature)
Communication:
- Send service-related notifications
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Provide updates about new features or facilities
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
3.2 Data Processing and Analysis
Automated Facility Analysis:
- Use machine learning and AI systems to analyze facility data
- Extract and categorize sauna types, amenities, and features
- Verify and enhance facility information accuracy
- Generate comprehensive facility profiles
Service Improvement:
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Develop new features and functionality
- Optimize search and discovery algorithms
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 We Do Not Sell Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary consideration.
4.2 Information Sharing Scenarios
Service Providers:
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Customer support and communication tools
- Payment processors (for future premium features)
Legal Requirements:
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to legal process and government requests
- Protect our rights and prevent fraud or abuse
- Ensure safety and security of our Service
Business Transfers:
- In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
- All privacy protections would transfer to the new entity
With Your Consent:
- When you explicitly authorize information sharing
- For specific purposes you approve
4.3 Public Information
Facility information submitted through our internal dashboard may be displayed publicly in our directory, including facility names, addresses, operating hours, and amenities.
5. Data Security
5.1 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Security monitoring and updates as needed
- Access controls and authentication systems
- Industry-standard security practices
5.2 Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and comply with legal obligations:
- Account information: Until account deletion
- Usage data: Up to 3 years for analytics purposes
- Facility data: Indefinitely to maintain directory quality
- Communication records: Up to 7 years for legal compliance
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information we hold
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of marketing communications
6.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
Right to Know:
- Categories of personal information we collect
- Sources of personal information
- Business purposes for collection
- Categories of third parties we share with
Right to Delete:
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance
Right to Opt-Out:
- Opt out of sale of personal information (we don't sell)
- Opt out of targeted advertising
Non-Discrimination:
- We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights
6.3 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:
- Email: privacy@allsaunas.com
- Include your name, email, and specific request
- We will respond within 45 days (or as required by law)
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
7.1 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies:
- Required for basic service functionality
- Authentication and security
- Remember your preferences
Analytics Cookies:
- Understand how you use our Service
- Measure performance and usage patterns
- Improve user experience
Marketing Cookies:
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Personalize marketing content
7.2 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may limit Service functionality.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes through:
- Email notifications to registered users
- Prominent notices on our Service
- Updates to the "Last Updated" date above
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Data Processing Legal Basis
We process your information based on:
- Performance of Contract: To provide our Service as agreed
- Legitimate Interests: To improve and secure our Service
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements
- Consent: When you provide explicit permission
13. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
AllSaunas Privacy Team
Email: privacy@allsaunas.com
Address: San Francisco, CA
For Data Protection Inquiries:
Email: hello@allsaunas.com
This Privacy Policy is effective as of September 18, 2025.