Effective Date: September 9, 2025
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At Blue Velvet Events, we respect your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe.
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1. What We Collect
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When you contact us, book an event, or visit our website, we may collect:

• Your name, email, phone number, and billing details.

• Event preferences or décor hire requests.

• Technical details like IP address or browser type (via cookies).
   

2. How We Use Your Information
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We use your information to:
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• Provide event planning services.

• Communicate with you about your bookings or inquiries.

• Process payments.

• Improve our website and services.

• Send updates or offers (only if you agree).
   

3. Sharing Your Information
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We never sell your data. We may share it with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, event suppliers).

• Authorities if required by law.

• Event partners, but only if you give permission.
   

4. Keeping Your Data Safe
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• Your data is stored securely and only kept for as long as needed.

• Once no longer required, it is safely deleted.
   

5. Your Rights
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Depending on where you live (e.g., South Africa, EU, California), you may:

• Ask to see the data we hold on you.

• Request corrections or deletion.

• Say no to marketing messages.

• Withdraw consent at any time.
   

To make a request, email us at info@bluevelvetevents.co.za
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6. Cookies
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We use cookies to make our website work better. You can turn them off in your browser, but some features may not work properly.
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7. Changes
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We may update this policy from time to time. Any updates will appear here.
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8. Contact Us
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If you have any questions, please reach out:
Blue Velvet Events
Email: info@bluevelvetevents.co.za | Phone: +27 063 907 7199