Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Build-a-Dress ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered dress design platform. By using our service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information to provide our services:

• Account Information: Email address, full name, phone number
• Address Information: Street address, apartment/unit, city, state, zip code, country
• Body Measurements: Bust, waist, hips, shoulder width, arm length, height, and other measurements for dress fitting
• Design Preferences: Style descriptions, fabric choices, color preferences, and other design specifications
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store credit card details)

2.2 AI-Generated Content

Our platform uses artificial intelligence to generate dress designs based on your input:

• Design Prompts: Text descriptions you provide for dress designs
• Generated Images: AI-created dress designs based on your specifications
• Style Preferences: Your selections for dress length, sleeve style, neckline, etc.

2.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our platform:

• Transaction History: Credit purchases, dress orders, and payment records
• Communication Data: Messages between you and manufacturers, support communications
• Platform Activity: Design submissions, gallery views, and feature usage
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To create and deliver your custom dress designs
• AI Training: To improve our AI design generation capabilities (anonymized data only)
• Manufacturer Matching: To connect you with appropriate seamstresses
• Payment Processing: To handle transactions and manage your account
• Customer Support: To respond to inquiries and provide assistance
• Quality Improvement: To enhance our platform and services
• Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and protect our rights

4. AI and Machine Learning

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Manufacturers: Selected dress measurements and design specifications are shared with approved seamstresses to create your dress
• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in payment processing (Stripe), hosting, and analytics
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

6. Data Security

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

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication measures
• Secure Infrastructure: Hosted on secure cloud infrastructure with regular security updates
• Payment Security: Payment processing through PCI-compliant Stripe
• Regular Audits: Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deactivation
• Design Data: Stored for the duration of your account and for a period after deactivation to support potential reorders
• Transaction Records: Retained as required for tax and legal compliance purposes
• Communication Data: Stored for a reasonable period to maintain service quality and support
• AI Training Data: Anonymized data may be retained for model improvement and service enhancement

Specific retention periods may vary based on legal requirements, business needs, and the type of information. We will delete or anonymize your personal information when it is no longer needed for the purposes outlined in this policy.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Session Management: Maintain your login session and security

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

10. Third-Party Services

Our platform integrates with trusted third-party services to provide various functionalities:

• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing and transaction management
• Cloud Services: Data storage, hosting, and infrastructure services
• AI Services: Artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities
• Communication Services: Email, messaging, and notification systems

These services are carefully selected for their security, reliability, and privacy standards. Each third-party service has its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review them. We only share information with these services as necessary to provide our platform functionality.

11. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable laws.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our platform and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: