Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

Austin Wedding Collective ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website austinweddingcollective.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or use our services.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you submit forms (contact, quote requests, VIP signup).
  • Wedding Details: Wedding date, guest count, venue information, and style preferences when you request vendor quotes.
  • Communications: Messages you send us through our contact form or email.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, referral source, browser type, device type, and operating system.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookies Policy for details.
  • Local Storage: We use your browser's local storage to save your vendor shortlist. This data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
  • To connect you with wedding vendors you've selected for quote requests.
  • To send you VIP list communications if you've opted in (seasonal deals, planning guides, new vendor announcements).
  • To improve our Site, content, and user experience.
  • To analyze Site usage and trends.
  • To detect and prevent fraud or abuse.

4. How We Share Your Information

  • With Vendors: When you submit a quote request, we share your contact information and wedding details with the specific vendors you've selected. We do not share your information with vendors you haven't chosen.
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist with Site hosting, email delivery, and analytics.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 2 years. VIP list subscribers' information is retained until they unsubscribe. Quote request data is retained for up to 1 year after the stated wedding date.

6. Your Rights and Choices

  • Unsubscribe: Every email we send includes an unsubscribe link. Click it to stop receiving emails immediately.
  • Access and Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].
  • Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings. See our Cookies Policy for details.
  • Local Storage: You can clear your saved vendor list by clearing your browser's local storage for this Site.

7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including vendor websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Austin Wedding Collective
Email: [email protected]
Austin, Texas