Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you use RSVPly, we collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Event Creator Information: Your email address (required for event management and verification)
• Event Details: Event title, type, date, time, location, description, and any uploaded images
• RSVP Information: Guest names, email addresses, and guest counts submitted through your event websites
• Optional Information: Event passwords for protected events

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on our service, and interaction patterns
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and service functionality

2. How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

• Service Delivery: Create and host your event websites
• RSVP Management: Collect, store, and display RSVP responses
• Authentication: Verify your identity for dashboard access via email-based codes
• Email Notifications: Send RSVP confirmations and access codes
• Data Export: Provide CSV exports of your RSVP data

Secondary Uses

• Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Technical Support: Troubleshoot issues and provide customer support
• Security: Protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Data Ownership and Control

We provide you with complete control over your data:

• Access: View all RSVPs through your secure dashboard
• Export: Download your RSVP data in CSV format at any time
• Management: Control who can access your event through password protection

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Limited Sharing

We may share your information only in these specific circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform (email delivery, hosting, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business
• Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of RSVPly, our users, or others

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information based on business need
• Regular Updates: Security patches and updates are applied promptly
• Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as follows:

• Event Data: Event websites and details are retained indefinitely after creation
• RSVP Data: RSVP information is retained for the lifetime of the event
• Email Addresses: Stored for verification and notification purposes
• Images: Uploaded images are stored securely and associated with your event
• Technical Data: Log files and technical information are retained for up to 12 months

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@rsvply.com.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authentication: Maintain your logged-in status
• Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics: Understand how our service is used
• Security: Protect against fraud and abuse

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Services

RSVPly integrates with third-party services for enhanced functionality:

• Email Delivery: For sending RSVP confirmations and access codes
• Payment Processing: For secure payment handling via Paddle
• Cloud Storage: For storing uploaded images and event data
• Analytics: For understanding service usage and performance

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

10. International Data Transfers

RSVPly is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing our service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

11. Children's Privacy

RSVPly is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have the information removed.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of RSVPly after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: