Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 25, 2024

1. Introduction

At HalaThai, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password
  • Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, preferences
  • User Content: Reviews, ratings, photos, comments
  • Communication: Messages you send to us or other users

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address
  • Cookies: Preferences and session information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Personalize your experience
  • Process transactions and send notifications
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Public: Your profile information and reviews are publicly visible
  • Business Owners: When you interact with their listings
  • Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data storage with trusted providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct your information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@halathai.com

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect functionality.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential: Required for the platform to function
  • Functional: Remember your preferences
  • Analytics: Help us understand how you use our platform
  • Marketing: Used for personalized advertising (with consent)

8. Third-Party Services

Our platform may integrate with third-party services such as:

  • Google (for authentication and maps)
  • Firebase (for authentication and database)
  • Analytics providers
  • Payment processors

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You can request deletion of your account at any time.

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Email: support@halathai.com
  • Company: Vixalab LLC
  • Address: 30 N Gould St, Sheridan, WY 82801, United States