PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: January 1, 2025

At BlackTie Travel Corp ("we", "our", "us"), your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you engage with our luxury travel and concierge services through our website, mobile applications, or direct communication channels.

1. What Information Do We Collect?

Personal Information You Provide

In short: We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us.
This may happen when you inquire about our services, book travel or concierge experiences, create an account, or contact us directly.

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect:

Full names
Email addresses
Phone numbers
Mailing addresses
Billing details
Passport or travel documentation (when required for bookings)
Contact preferences
Usernames and passwords (for account management)

Note: You must ensure that all information you provide is accurate and up to date. Please notify us of any changes.

Sensitive Information

We may collect sensitive information (such as passport data or travel health documentation) only with your explicit consent and solely when necessary to provide our services (e.g., for international travel arrangements).

Information Automatically Collected

In short: We collect certain information automatically when you access our website or services.
This includes but is not limited to:

IP address
Device type and browser
Language preferences
Geographic location
Pages visited and interaction data
Date/time of access

This helps us maintain the performance and security of our platform and improve user experience.

2. How Do We Process Your Information?

In short: We process your data to deliver our services, fulfill travel and concierge requests, maintain your account, and comply with legal obligations.

Specifically, we may use your information to:

Book travel or concierge services on your behalf
Create and manage user accounts
Respond to inquiries and offer tailored support
Communicate service updates or offers
Conduct analytics to enhance our services
Prevent fraud or misuse of our platforms
Post testimonials (with your consent)
Comply with local and international laws

3. When and With Whom Do We Share Your Information?

In short: We only share information when necessary to deliver our services or comply with legal obligations.

We may share your data with:

Travel vendors (airlines, hotels, tour operators) for booking purposes
Payment processors and secure billing providers
Our technology partners (e.g., for web hosting, email marketing)
Analytics providers such as Google Analytics
Legal or regulatory authorities, if required

We do not sell your personal information. Any sharing is strictly for service fulfillment and internal operations.

4. Do We Use Cookies or Tracking Technologies?

Yes. We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tools to improve site performance and user experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

More info is available in our [Cookie Policy].

5. How Long Do We Keep Your Information?

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law (e.g., tax or legal compliance).

When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

6. How Do We Keep Your Information Safe?

We implement technical and organizational safeguards, including:

Secure servers and encrypted data transfers
Access control for sensitive data
Regular system audits and updates

Despite our best efforts, no system can be 100% secure. Please use our services on trusted devices and networks.

7. Do We Collect Information from Minors?

No. Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware of unauthorized data from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

8. What Are Your Privacy Rights?

You have the right to:

Access and review your data
Update or correct your information
Delete your account
Withdraw consent where applicable
Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@blacktietravelcorp.com.

9. Do Not Track (DNT) Settings

Currently, we do not respond to DNT signals due to a lack of uniform standards. If this changes, we will update our policy.

10. Privacy Rights for U.S. Residents

If you're a resident of states like California, Colorado, Virginia, Utah, or Connecticut, you may have additional privacy rights. At this time, we do not sell or share personal data as defined under state-specific privacy laws.

11. How Can You Contact Us About This Notice?

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact:

BlackTie Travel Corp
📧 Email: info@blacktietravelcorp.com
🌐 Website: www.blacktietravelcorp.com

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated version will be indicated by a revised “Last Updated” date.