PRIVACY POLICY

Book Me Braids

Last updated: January 2025

Book Me Braids values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of clients, braiders, and visitors who use our website and services.

By using BookMeBraids.com, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We collect the information you provide directly when you:

Clients

Create an account
Book a braiding appointment
Contact a braider
Submit a review or message

Braiders

Apply to join Book Me Braids
Upload identification documents
Provide business details
Add pricing, styles offered, or availability

This may include:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Location
Photos you upload
Payment-related information (processed securely by our payment providers)
Government-issued ID (for braider verification only)

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse the site, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Device type
Pages viewed
Browsing actions
Time spent on the site

This helps us improve the experience and maintain security.

C. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to remember your preferences and help personalize your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Create and manage your account
Connect clients with braiders
Process bookings and send confirmations
Verify braider identity and eligibility
Improve the website and customer experience
Communicate important updates, reminders, and promotions
Ensure safety and compliance on the platform

Braider information is used to evaluate applications, verify identity, and present your profile to clients.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information only in the following cases:

A. With Braiders or Clients (When Necessary)

Clients receive the name and braiding location of the braider they book
Braiders receive client name and appointment details

B. With Third-Party Service Providers

Only when needed for operations, such as:

Payment processors
Identity verification services
Email and notification systems
Hosting services

These partners are required to protect your information.

C. For Legal or Safety Reasons

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect the safety of users
Prevent fraud or misuse of the platform

4. Independent Contractor Relationship

All braiders on Book Me Braids operate as independent contractors, not employees.
They are fully responsible for:

Their services
Their workspace
Their schedule
Their pricing
Their professional conduct

Book Me Braids does not control how braiders perform their work.
We only provide the platform that allows clients and braiders to connect.

5. How We Protect Your Information

We use:

Secure servers
Encrypted connections (SSL)
Limited internal access
Identity verification for braiders

While no online service can guarantee 100 percent security, we work hard to safeguard your information.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

Update your profile information at any time
Request deletion of your account
Opt out of promotional emails
Request access to the information we hold about you

To make any request, contact us at: support@bookmebraids.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

Book Me Braids does not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
If we discover such information, we delete it immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements.
When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact us at:

Book Me Braids
Houston, Texas
Email: support@bookmebraids.com