Privacy Policy for The Pretty Committee

Last Updated: August 25, 2025

Welcome to The Pretty Committee! We care deeply about protecting your personal information and believe you deserve clarity about how it’s used. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information across our website, booking systems, forms, and services.

By using our website or engaging with our services, you agree to the terms in this Privacy Policy.

1. What We Collect

When you interact with The Pretty Committee, we may collect the following information:

• Personal Details

  • Name, email address, phone number

  • Wedding/event date, location, service preferences

  • Preferred stylist(s), planner contacts, bridal party names (if applicable)

• Styling Information

  • Details submitted in optional forms (e.g., inspiration photos, hair/skin concerns, allergies, preparation notes)

• Payment & Booking Information

  • Invoice details, payment status, service totals

  • We do not collect or store full credit card numbers. All payments are processed securely through Intuit QuickBooks, governed by their Privacy Policy.

• Device & Website Use Data

  • IP address, browser type, referral sources, time spent on pages, and basic usage analytics via tools like Google Analytics

  • Cookie-based preferences to help improve your web experience

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate booking details and beauty preferences

  • Match you with the most suitable stylists

  • Coordinate arrival times, locations, and team logistics

  • Send invoices and appointment confirmations via QuickBooks

  • Create smooth, personalized wedding-day experiences

  • Improve our internal systems, forms, and communication tools

We may also use anonymized or aggregated data for service improvements and business reporting.

3. Artist Access via Google Calendar

To ensure seamless service:

  • Your name, email, and phone number will be shared with your assigned artists via your Google Calendar event, which may be visible to you as well.

  • You may also choose to include phone numbers for your planner, bridal party members, or family. These may be added to the calendar for visibility and communication purposes.

This access is only used to:

• Confirm styling preferences or timing changes

• Locate your prep suite

• Communicate in the event of delays or venue access issues

If you’d like to remove or limit contact info visibility, just let us know!

4. Who We Share It With

We only share your data with trusted vendors and team members directly involved in delivering your services:

  • Our artist team for service coordination and personalization

  • QuickBooks (Intuit) for invoicing and payment processing

  • Google Workspace for email and calendar logistics

  • Squarespace (or your booking site platform) for form collection

We do not sell or rent your personal data—ever.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep your information only as long as needed for:

  • Providing your services

  • Fulfilling our legal and accounting obligations (typically 7 years)

You may request that we delete your information at any time, unless we’re legally required to retain it.

6. Cookies & Analytics

Our site uses cookies to:

  • Understand website traffic and user experience

  • Remember your settings or form data

  • Provide a smoother browsing experience

You can turn off cookies in your browser at any time, though parts of the site may not work as expected.

7. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the U.S., please be aware that your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We take steps to ensure your data is handled securely and in accordance with this policy, even across borders.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access or update your personal data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent to receive marketing messages

  • Ask how we’re using your information

To submit a privacy request, email us at [your email] with the subject line: “Privacy Request.”

9. Marketing & Emails

We may occasionally email or text you about:

  • Booking confirmations and reminders

  • Styling prep tips

  • Promotions or Pretty Committee updates (only if opted in)

You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

10. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit

  • Limited access by trained team members only

  • Use of secure third-party processors (QuickBooks, Google Workspace)

While no system is ever 100% secure, we do everything we can to protect your personal data.

11. Third-Party Links

Sometimes we link to planners, photographers, or wedding inspiration. Once you click out of our site, we’re no longer responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies if you’re unsure.

12. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally to reflect service changes, legal updates, or platform changes. We’ll always post the latest version here and notify you of significant changes when appropriate.

13. Contact Us

Questions? We’d love to help.