Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how the Market Organizer ("Organizer"), operating through Zinifly.com and any associated websites, applications, registration forms, event pages, or booking systems, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information.

By using the Organizer's website, registering for an event, submitting an application, making a payment, or otherwise interacting with the Organizer, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

Personal Information

• Full name

• Business name

• Mailing address

• Email address

• Phone number

• Social media profiles

• Tax identification information (if required)

• Business license information

• Insurance information

• Vendor application details

Event Information

• Event registrations

• Booth reservations

• Sponsorship applications

• Product categories

• Business descriptions

• Uploaded documents and images

Payment Information

Payments may be processed through third-party payment processors. We do not store complete credit card numbers or payment account credentials on our servers.

Payment processors may collect and store payment information in accordance with their own privacy policies and security standards.

Automatically Collected Information

When visiting our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Referring websites

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

• Website usage statistics

This information helps us improve our services and user experience.

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

• Process vendor applications

• Manage event registrations and booth reservations

• Process payments

• Communicate regarding events and services

• Provide customer support

• Verify eligibility and compliance requirements

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Prevent fraud or unauthorized activity

• Comply with legal obligations

• Promote and market events

3. Communications

By providing contact information, you consent to receive communications regarding:

• Event updates

• Registration confirmations

• Payment receipts

• Application status updates

• Event reminders

• Operational notices

• Customer support responses

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time; however, transactional and event-related communications may still be sent when necessary.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Third-party providers that assist with:

• Payment processing

• Website hosting

• Email delivery

• Customer support

• Analytics

• Security monitoring

Event Operations

Information may be shared with event staff, venue operators, sponsors, or contractors when reasonably necessary to administer an event.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or when necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations

• Protect our rights

• Prevent fraud

• Protect public safety

• Respond to lawful requests from government authorities

5. Vendor Directory Information

Certain information submitted by vendors may be displayed publicly, including:

• Business name

• Logo

• Business description

• Website links

• Social media links

• Product categories

• Public contact information

By submitting such information, vendors acknowledge and authorize its public display for promotional and directory purposes.

6. Photography and Media

Events may be photographed or recorded.

Images, videos, and media content may be used for:

• Event promotion

• Marketing materials

• Social media content

• Website content

• Advertising campaigns

Participation in events constitutes consent to such use unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze website traffic

• Enhance user experience

Users may modify browser settings to disable cookies, although certain features may not function properly as a result.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users provide information at their own risk.

9. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Provide services

• Maintain business records

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce agreements

• Comply with legal obligations

Retention periods may vary depending on applicable laws and operational requirements.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental consent where required by law.

If we become aware that such information has been collected improperly, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or external services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

12. User Rights

Subject to applicable law, users may request to:

• Access their personal information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Update account information

• Request deletion of personal information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

13. California Privacy Rights

If applicable, California residents may have additional privacy rights under California law, including rights related to access, deletion, correction, and disclosure of personal information.

Requests may be submitted through the contact methods listed below.

14. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updated versions will be posted on the website with a revised Effective Date.

Continued use of the website or services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information, please contact:

[Market Organizer Name]
Email: [Organizer Email Address]
Phone: [Organizer Phone Number]
Website: [Organizer Website]

16. Zinifly Platform Notice

Zinifly.com provides technology and software services that enable market organizers to manage vendor applications, event registrations, booth reservations, payments, and communications.

Each Organizer is independently responsible for its own business practices, event operations, and privacy obligations. Vendors and participants should direct event-specific privacy inquiries to the applicable Organizer.