Privacy Policy · Ipanema Beauty Bar

Ipanema Beauty Bar LLC ("we," "our," or "the Salon") is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable laws.

By using our services, booking appointments, or visiting our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

a) Information You Provide Directly

Full name, phone number, and email address
Appointment history and service preferences
Health and allergy information relevant to beauty services (e.g., scalp conditions, skin sensitivities)
Payment information (processed securely through our booking platform)
Photos taken before and after services, with your consent

b) Information Collected Automatically

Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, browser type)
IP address and device information
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

c) Information from Third Parties

Booking platform data (Vagaro)
Social media interactions if you contact us through Instagram, Facebook, or WhatsApp

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To schedule and manage your appointments
To provide beauty, hair, scalp, nail, and foot care services
To communicate with you about appointments, promotions, and updates
To process payments and maintain financial records
To improve our services and client experience
To comply with legal obligations
To send you marketing communications (only with your consent)

3. Health and Sensitive Information

As a beauty and wellness business, we may collect health-related information such as scalp conditions, allergies, skin sensitivities, and medical history relevant to the services you receive. This information is collected solely for the purpose of providing safe and appropriate services and is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

4. Client Photos and Social Media

We may take before-and-after photos to document service results. We will only post photos of clients on our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, or other channels) after obtaining your explicit written consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at contact@ipanemabeautybar.com.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With service providers who assist our operations (e.g., booking platform, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements
When required by law, court order, or government authority
To protect the rights, safety, or property of Ipanema Beauty Bar LLC or our clients

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our booking and payment systems use industry-standard encryption.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to contact us immediately at contact@ipanemabeautybar.com if you suspect any unauthorized use of your information.

7. Your Rights Under California Law (CCPA)

As a California resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Know: You may request information about what personal data we collect, use, and share
Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us:

Email: contact@ipanemabeautybar.com

Address: 190 Donahue St, Sausalito, CA 94965

8. Cookies and Online Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of our website may not function properly without them.

9. Text Message and WhatsApp Communications

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive appointment reminders, service updates, and promotional messages via SMS or WhatsApp. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP or contacting us directly.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Appointment and health records are typically retained for a minimum of 3 years.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify clients of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date above. Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Ipanema Beauty Bar LLC

190 Donahue St, Sausalito, CA 94965

Email: contact@ipanemabeautybar.com

Phone: (415) 980-9663