At 7th Places, your privacy and the protection of your personal data are of the utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share and protect your personal information when you use our platform, always in line with our religious principles of respect and integrity. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information we collect

We collect different types of information to provide, improve and personalize our services. Information may include: Account Information: When you create an account on the platform, we collect information such as your full name, email, phone number and address. Payment Information: When you make a reservation or list an accommodation, we process financial information, such as credit card data, through third parties, to facilitate secure transactions. Accommodation Information: If you are a host, we collect information about your properties, such as location, description, photos and prices. Communications: We may collect and store your messages and communications with other users through the platform. Browsing Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing preferences.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected is used to: Provide and improve our services: We use your information to facilitate reservations, user-to-user communication, and provide technical support. Account Management: Ensure that your account is up to date, including sending notifications and service updates. Security: Monitor and verify suspicious activity, prevent fraud, and ensure that interactions comply with our Christian guidelines for behavior. Marketing: We may use your information to send you updates about new services, promotions, or events, but always respecting your contact preferences.

3. Information Sharing

7th Places does not share your personal information with third parties outside of the contexts described below, except when required by law: Between Users: Hosts and Guests share certain information with each other (name, reservation details, etc.) to facilitate the accommodation process. -Service Providers: We share information with payment partners and data security providers to process transactions and protect your information. Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if necessary to comply with a legal obligation or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

4. Information Security

We use technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. This includes: Encryption: All transactions and financial data are protected by state-of-the-art encryption. Restricted Access: Only authorized employees have access to users’ personal information, and only for service management purposes. Security Monitoring: We conduct regular security audits to ensure the continued protection of our systems.

5. Data Retention

We store your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When you close your account, we may retain certain information for legal or audit purposes.

6. Your Rights

You have certain rights over your personal information, including: Access and Correction: You can access and update your personal information directly within your account. Opt-Out: You can request that we delete your personal information, except where we need to retain it for legal reasons. Controlling Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by adjusting your preferences in your account or by contacting us.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve the functionality of the platform and to personalize your experience. This includes: Essential Cookies: Necessary for the platform to function, such as remembering login preferences. Analytics Cookies: Used to collect information about how users interact with the platform in order to improve our services. Third-Party Cookies: Third-party service providers, such as analytics and marketing tools, may use cookies to provide additional services. You can manage your cookie preferences directly in your browser, although this may affect the functionality of the platform.

8. International Data Transfer

If you are located outside the country where 7th Places is registered, your information may be transferred to and processed on servers located in other countries, subject to appropriate security measures to protect your privacy.

9. Children's Privacy Policy

Our service is not intended for anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with information, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

7th Places reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be notified to users, and continued use of the platform after the changes are made will imply acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we treat your personal information, please contact us by email at info@7thplaces.com. This Privacy Policy was created to ensure the protection of your personal data and provide a safe experience in line with our religious principles when using the 7th Places platform.