01 Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you use MySalon:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you register
- Profile Information: For stylists — portfolio images, work samples, and salon affiliations
- Location Data: Your approximate location to show nearby salons (only when you grant permission)
- Booking Data: Appointment details, salon preferences, and booking history
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, pages visited, and features used
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
02 How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Process and manage salon appointments
- Show you nearby salons and stylists based on your location
- Allow stylists to showcase their portfolios
- Enable salon owners to manage bookings, staff, and revenue
- Send appointment confirmations and reminders
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Respond to support requests
03 Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
- With Salons & Stylists: Your name and booking details are shared with the salon you book with
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the app (e.g. cloud hosting, maps)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users
04 Third-Party Services
MySalon uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:
- Google Maps: For location-based salon discovery — Google Privacy Policy
- Cloudinary: For storing and serving portfolio images and media
- Expo (EAS): For app updates and crash reporting
05 Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong password and keep your account credentials confidential.
06 Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Withdraw consent for location access at any time via your device settings
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below.
07 Children's Privacy
MySalon is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
08 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
09 Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- App: MySalon by Capybara
- Email: capybara.inc.dev@gmail.com