Privacy Policy
Last updated: 12/20/2025
Introduction
Guidezillen ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
- Profile picture (if using Google sign-in)
Property and Guidebook Data
When you use our service, we store:
- Property details (name, address, check-in info, etc.)
- Guidebook content (places, descriptions, photos, etc.)
- Map data and preferences
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information about how you use our service:
- Pages viewed and features used
- Device and browser information
- IP address (for security and analytics)
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our service
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Send transactional emails (login links, receipts)
- Improve our service and develop new features
- Protect against fraud and abuse
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:
- Service providers: Companies that help us operate our service (payment processing, email delivery, hosting)
- Public guidebooks: Information you include in public guidebooks is visible to anyone with the link
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure authentication
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and logging
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We may use analytics cookies to understand how our service is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with:
- Stripe: For payment processing (Stripe Privacy Policy)
- MapTiler: For map services (MapTiler Privacy Policy)
- Google: For OAuth sign-in (Google Privacy Policy)
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through our service.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected].