Privacy Policy
How we protect and handle your personal information
Introduction
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains the types of information collected in the course of using the Wardrobebud application and its website (collectively, the "Service"). Wardrobebud is provided by wardrobe bud. ("the Company," "we," or "us").
The Policy also explains how we treat, use, and protect this information. The Company regards personal information of users as important. We are obliged to inform you of:
- The purpose of collecting information
- The method of using personal information
- The measures taken for protection of personal information
Important: By using our Services and submitting information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy, our Terms of Service, and any other relevant documentation. If you do not agree, you should stop using the Services immediately. wardrobe bud reserves the right to deny or suspend access to anyone we believe has violated this Privacy Policy.
1. Information Collected and Method of Collection
a. Personal Information Items Collected
i. Information provided directly by users
The Company may collect the following data directly provided by you:
- Contact Data: name, address, phone number, etc.
- Profile Data: nickname, birthdate, email address (ID), password, phone number, gender, profile picture, interests, preferences, merchandise sizing, etc.
- Payment Data: name, address, phone number, email address, account number, card number, etc.
- Uploaded Data: text, photos, audio, video, and metadata
- Payment Transaction Data:
- • When you purchase credits or subscribe to paid plans via In-App Purchase (IAP), the payment is processed directly by the platform provider (e.g., Apple App Store or Google Play Store)
- • wardrobe bud does not directly collect or store your full credit card or bank details
- • We may receive transaction confirmation data from the platform provider
- AI Chat Data: when you use our AI Chat feature, we may collect the textual content of your messages and AI responses, any images you upload, and metadata such as timestamps
- Submitted Data: information you provide when participating in promotions, competitions, or surveys
ii. Information collected automatically during use of the Service
- Equipment Information: device identifiers, operating system, application version, device model, and usage data
- User Activity: profiles viewed, likes, saves, searches, follows, time spent, and preferences
- Log Information: IP address, session logs, cookies, web beacons, and usage time
- Location Information: general or precise location depending on user device settings
iii. Other Information
We may also collect and use your data:
- When required by law
- With your consent
- For legitimate business purposes, as long as such use does not outweigh your interests and rights
iv. Sensitive Information
- We may collect sensitive information (e.g., religious beliefs, racial/ethnic origin, health details, or sexual orientation) with your express consent
- Provision of such data is voluntary
- If you share sensitive data within the Service, you acknowledge that you are doing so voluntarily and making it publicly available
b. Methods of Collection
The Company collects user information through the following methods:
- Application, website, written forms, fax, telephone, or email
- Information provided by partner companies
2. Use of Collected Information
wardrobe bud. uses the collected information for the following purposes:
1. Service Provision and Operation
- Processing payments and settlement for purchases or paid plan subscriptions
- To manage your digital closet and display your content
- To help you connect with other users through community features
- To communicate with users regarding service operation and respond to inquiries
- To enable security features, such as remembering devices and sending security codes
2. Service Improvement and Development
- Analyzing user data to understand usage patterns, identify areas for improvement, and develop new functionalities
- Compiling statistics on member usage and analyzing trends
3. Communication and Marketing
- To send you tips, technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages
- To provide information on promotional events and opportunities
- To send marketing materials (you may opt out at any time)
4. Safety, Security, and Legal Compliance
- To detect and prevent unauthorized or fraudulent use of the Service
- To comply with applicable laws or legal obligations
- To enforce our terms, conditions, and other usage policies
- To protect the rights and safety of wardrobe bud., our users, and the public
Note: We will obtain consent from users in advance if we intend to use collected information for purposes other than those specified above.
3. Disclosure of Collected Information
Except in the following cases, the Company will not disclose personal information to third parties.
a. Affiliates, Partners, and Service Providers
We may share data with the following categories of entities:
- Shipping Companies: to deliver items you sell or purchase
- Payment Processing Companies: to complete sales transactions
- Identification Verification Providers: to verify your access and prevent fraud
- Moderators: to monitor our Service and ensure compliance
- Analytics Providers: to help us understand how the Service is being used
- Advertising Partners: to better target ads and measure effectiveness
⚠️ Note: wardrobe bud does not control how independent business partners may use your personal information. They are responsible for managing such data according to their own policies.
b. Third-Party Platforms and Integrations
If you use features that connect the Service to a third-party platform (e.g., social media networks), we may share your information with that third party. We do not control how they use your data.
c. Information You Choose to Share
Some of the information you provide is intended to be shared with other users and displayed publicly. For example:
- Information you add during registration, profile updates, or when listing an item
- User-generated content may be displayed within the Service and distributed more widely
Please note:
- • Once information is displayed on public web pages, it can be collected and used by others
- • wardrobe bud cannot control how other users may use information you voluntarily disclose
- • You should avoid posting sensitive or confidential information
- • Even if you edit or delete content, cached copies may remain elsewhere
d. Transactional Disclosures
If you make a purchase using our Service, the seller will be provided with the necessary information to complete the transaction (e.g., shipping address and contact details).
e. User Feedback and Public Content
- We may publish any feedback you provide and may identify you by your first and last name, as well as your city of residence.
- If you submit comments on blogs, forums, or public areas of the Wardrobebud Service, you should be aware that you have no expectation of privacy. Any personal data you post there can be read, collected, or used by other users and may result in unsolicited messages.
- wardrobe bud is not responsible for the information you voluntarily disclose in these areas.
f. Consent-Based Disclosures
We may share your personal information when you choose to connect your account with third-party services or provide prior consent for specific disclosures.
g. Business Reorganization
In the event of a business transition (e.g., sale, acquisition, merger, liquidation, receivership, or transfer of assets), we may share your personal information with involved parties as part of the transaction. Such disclosure is in our legitimate business interests.
h. Legal Requirements
We may disclose personal information if:
- Required by law or regulation
- Requested by investigative agencies in accordance with applicable legal procedures for detecting or prosecuting crimes
4. Cookies, Beacons, and Similar Technologies
The Company may collect aggregated and non-personal information using cookies, web beacons, pixel tracking technology, and similar tools.
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper operation of our services. Without them, features such as shopping carts and electronic payments cannot function.
- Memorizing information entered in an order form
- Remembering ordered services
- Verifying login status
b. Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information on how users interact with our services. The data is aggregated and used only to improve usability.
- Web analytics and statistical reports on usage
- Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Testing new website designs
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember user preferences and settings to personalize the service experience.
- Remembering layout, text size, or color scheme settings
- Remembering responses to surveys
d. Targeting or Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services to recognize when you visit our website and deliver relevant advertising.
- Displaying targeted advertising based on browsing behavior
- Enabling personalized promotions
Note: Users may control cookie settings through their browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of the Service.
5. User's Rights
As the primary owner of your information, you (or your legal representative) have the following rights regarding the collection, use, and sharing of your personal data:
Access, Correction, and Deletion
You have the right to access, review, update, and delete your personal information or your account at any time through our Services. You may also contact us at support@wardrobebud.com for assistance.
- • We may require verification of requests and, where legally permitted, charge a fee for processing
- • Some requests may not be fulfilled where restricted by law or other valid grounds; in such cases, we will provide you with an explanation
- • Certain information may be retained as required by law (e.g., tax, regulatory, or compliance obligations)
- • We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law
Withdrawal of Consent
You may withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal information at any time. Please note that withdrawing consent may limit or restrict your access to certain features or services.
Email Communications
You may unsubscribe or opt-out of marketing, promotional, or third-party communications at any time through the unsubscribe options available in our Services.
- • Please note that you may need to unsubscribe separately for each wardrobe bud Service
- • Regardless of your email preferences, we may still send service-related communications (e.g., policy updates, security alerts, or critical service announcements)
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your rights, you can contact us through our customer service menu, by email, telephone, or by submitting a written request.
- • We may verify your identity before processing requests. An authorized agent may also act on your behalf if they provide:
- - A valid power of attorney
- - Their government-issued identification
- - Your government-issued identification
- • Without sufficient detail, we may not be able to process your request
- • You are entitled to exercise these rights without cost. However, in cases where requests are excessive, repetitive, or manifestly unfounded, we may charge a reasonable fee or lawfully decline to comply
6. Security
We take the security of your personal information very seriously. wardrobe bud implements appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Encryption
User information is transmitted using encrypted communication channels. Sensitive data, such as passwords, is stored only in encrypted form.
Countermeasures Against Hacking
We maintain security systems in controlled-access zones to prevent data breaches caused by hacking, malware, or computer viruses.
Internal Management
We establish and enforce internal management policies and training to ensure that employees handle user data safely and responsibly.
Important: Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Protection of Children's Personal Information
Age Restriction
Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction, if higher). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children, except to verify a user's age.
If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete the data and deactivate the associated account.
In the event we must collect personal information from children under 13, we will take additional protective measures, including:
- Verifying the age of the child and confirming the authority of the consenting parent or guardian
- Obtaining verifiable parental or guardian consent
- Granting parents or legal guardians rights to access, correct, delete, or withdraw consent
- Limiting the collection of children's information strictly to what is necessary
If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at support@wardrobebud.com. We will remove the information and take appropriate steps to disable the account.
8. Data That Does Not Belong to You
Through our Services, you may choose to share the contact information of others or refer friends to third-party platforms. When providing such data, you are responsible for ensuring that you have the legal right to share it and that you have obtained any required consent for us to use the information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update or amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. If changes are material or if required by law, we will notify you through our Services, via email, or other means before the changes take effect.
- Changes will become effective once published, unless stated otherwise
- Your continued use of our Services after updates are published constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy
- If you do not agree with any updates, you should stop using our Services immediately
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Quick Response
We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours and resolve requests within 30 days.
Appendix
1. Data Transfers to Other Countries
Because we operate globally, your personal information may be transferred to, stored in, or processed in countries outside of your own. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
- We take reasonable steps to protect your data when it is transferred internationally
- Privacy laws in other jurisdictions may not be as protective as those in your home country
- We may be required to disclose your data in response to lawful requests from public authorities
2. Third-Party Sites and Services
Our Services may contain links to websites, products, or services operated by third parties. Their privacy practices may differ from ours. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. wardrobe bud is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties.
3. Notice for California Residents
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and related laws.
- You may request to know whether your personal information has been disclosed or leaked
- You may update or correct your information at any time through your account settings
- We do not track website visitors across third-party websites, nor do we respond to "Do Not Track" signals
- We will not sell or share your personal identification information with advertisers or third parties without your consent