The Social EMU ("the platform", "the App") by SlothMania, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use the platform. By using the platform, you agree to the terms in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Identity Information: Name, email address, phone number
- Location Information: Billing and shipping addresses, personal and event location addresses
- Account Information: Username, password, and account preferences
- Payment Information: Credit card details or payment account information (processed securely by third-party payment processors - see Section 3 for details)
Usage Information
- Device Information: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform, click patterns
- Browsing Activity: Interactions with the platform, event creation and management activities, RSVP responses
Communications
- Messages or inquiries sent to us through the platform
- Communications between hosts and guests through the platform
- Customer support interactions
AI-Generated Content
- Event planning suggestions and recommendations generated through our AI services
- User preferences and feedback on AI-generated content
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
Service Delivery
- To facilitate transactions between vendors and hosts
- To provide and improve our services, including AI-powered event planning features
- To process and manage event invitations and RSVPs
- To enable guest passport functionality and secure access to events
Communication
- To send updates, notifications, and service-related communications
- To send promotional offers (where you have opted in)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Security and Compliance
- To detect and prevent fraud, security breaches, or illegal activity
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of use
- To protect the rights and safety of our users
Analytics and Improvement
- To analyze platform usage and improve our services
- To develop new features and functionality
- To conduct research and analytics (in anonymized form)
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal information based on the following legal bases:
- Contract Performance: To fulfill our contractual obligations to provide the platform services
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure platform security
- Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential cookies (where applicable)
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Other Users
- With Vendors: We share event addresses with vendors for fulfillment of obligations in delivering completed works
- With Hosts: We share vendor locations with hosts for fulfillment of obligations in receiving completed works
- With Guests: Event hosts may share your information with other guests as part of event management
With Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the platform. These include:
- Authentication Services: Clerk (user authentication and account management)
- Analytics Services: PostHog (product analytics and user behavior tracking)
- Email Services: Resend (transactional and marketing emails)
- AI Services: OpenAI (AI-powered event planning and content generation)
- Hosting and Infrastructure: Cloud hosting providers (database and application hosting)
- Payment Processors: Third-party payment processors (when payment features are enabled)
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
As Required by Law
We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to valid legal requests (such as subpoenas or court orders), or protect our rights and the rights of our users.
During Business Transfers
If we merge, sell, or transfer part or all of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. When we transfer your information internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection, including:
- Using standard contractual clauses approved by relevant data protection authorities
- Ensuring service providers are bound by appropriate data protection agreements
- Complying with applicable data protection laws
4. Your Privacy Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your information:
Access and Update
You can view and update your personal information in your account settings at any time.
Data Portability (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to receive a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Opt-Out
- Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email or by updating your preferences in your account settings
- Analytics: You can manage your analytics cookie preferences through our cookie consent or settings
Data Deletion
You may request that we delete your account and associated data by contacting us at support@slothmania.com. We will honor your request subject to:
- Legal obligations that require us to retain certain information
- Legitimate business interests (such as fraud prevention)
- Ongoing legal proceedings
We will process deletion requests within 30 days of receipt.
Right to Object (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to object to processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests. We will consider your objection and stop processing unless we have compelling legitimate grounds that override your interests.
Right to Restrict Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA, you may request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following additional rights:
- Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and share
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information (we do not currently sell personal information, but you can opt out of sharing for analytics purposes)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at support@slothmania.com.
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, you can opt out of sharing your information for analytics purposes through our cookie preferences or by contacting us.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Secure hosting infrastructure
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account credentials confidential.
Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected users as required by applicable law
- Report the breach to relevant data protection authorities where required
- Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations (such as tax and accounting requirements)
- Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
- Protect our legitimate business interests
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.
Specific retention periods:
- Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for 7 years after account closure (for tax and legal compliance)
- Event Data: Retained for the duration of the event and 2 years after event completion
- Communication Records: Retained for 3 years for customer support and legal purposes
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze platform usage, and provide personalized content. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.
Cookie Categories
- Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function (cannot be disabled)
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the platform
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
8. Automated Decision-Making and AI
Our platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide event planning suggestions, including:
- Event theme recommendations
- Decoration suggestions
- Food and beverage recommendations
- Budget optimization suggestions
These AI-generated recommendations are based on your input and preferences. You can accept, modify, or reject any AI-generated suggestions. We do not use automated decision-making that produces legal effects or significantly affects you without human review.
If you are located in the EEA, you have the right not to be subject to automated decision-making, including profiling, that produces legal effects or significantly affects you. You can opt out of AI-generated suggestions at any time.
9. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under the applicable age threshold, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at support@slothmania.com.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting a notice on the platform
- Sending an email to the address associated with your account
- Displaying a prominent notice when you next access the platform
Continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: support@slothmania.com
Address: SlothMania, LLC
1914 Thomes Ave St, Suite 2 #1382
Cheyenne, WY, 82001
Data Protection Inquiries (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA and have concerns about how we process your personal information, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please reach out to support@slothmania.com