Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 8/12/2025
1. Introduction
ExpenseToParadise ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our luxury business travel platform.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile details
- Travel Preferences: Destination preferences, travel dates, accommodation preferences
- Business Information: Company name, business type, professional interests
- Communication Data: Messages, feedback, customer support inquiries
- Payment Information: Billing details (processed securely by Stripe)
Automatically Collected Information
When you use our Service, we automatically collect:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, search queries, click patterns
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: Session data, preferences, analytics information
Third-Party Information
We may receive information from:
- Authentication Providers: Google, Facebook, LinkedIn (if you sign in through these services)
- Analytics Services: Google Analytics, website performance tools
- API Providers: Hotel booking sites, event platforms, travel services
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide and Improve Our Service
- Search for hotels, events, and travel options based on your preferences
- Create and manage your user account
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Improve our platform's functionality and user experience
Communication
- Send service-related notifications and updates
- Share travel recommendations and business event opportunities
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
- Respond to your questions and feedback
Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
- Protect against fraud, security threats, and abuse
- Conduct analytics and research to improve our services
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
🔒 We Do Not Sell Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
- Payment Processing: Stripe for secure payment processing
- Authentication: Firebase for user authentication and account management
- Email Services: Email service providers for communications
- Analytics: Google Analytics for website performance analysis
- Cloud Storage: Secure cloud services for data hosting
Business Transfers
If ExpenseToParadise is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights and safety.
Third-Party Booking Platforms
When you choose to book through third-party platforms, you will be redirected to their websites where their privacy policies apply.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
- Secure Storage: Data is stored on secure, access-controlled servers
- Access Controls: Limited employee access on a need-to-know basis
- Regular Security Audits: Ongoing monitoring and security assessments
- Payment Security: PCI-compliant payment processing through Stripe
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Account Management
- Access: View and update your account information at any time
- Correction: Update incorrect or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
- Export: Request a copy of your personal data
Communication Preferences
- Marketing Emails: Unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time
- Notifications: Manage notification preferences in your account settings
Cookies and Tracking
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
- Analytics Opt-out: Use Google Analytics opt-out tools
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Inactive Accounts: Account data may be retained for up to 3 years after last activity
- Transaction Records: Payment and subscription data retained as required by law
- Legal Obligations: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our website
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, hotels, event organizers, and booking platforms. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
12. 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 updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Displaying prominent notices on our platform
Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
For specific data protection inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at: expensetoparadise@gmail.com
14. Regional Privacy Rights
California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
European Union Residents (GDPR)
If you are in the EU, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:
- Right of access to your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing