Privacy Policy

Fabulous Ceremonies Aruba — ArubaCeremonies.com
Last Updated: November 11, 2025

1) Our Promise
At Fabulous Ceremonies Aruba (“Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), your privacy is treated with the same care and reverence we bring to your ceremony. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect on ArubaCeremonies.com (the “Website”), why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices and rights you have. Our approach is simple: collect thoughtfully, use respectfully, protect diligently.
Privacy Officer: Reverend Dr. Franklin Croes • Email: hello@ArubaCeremonies.com

2) Scope & Who We Are
This Policy applies when you visit our Website, contact us, book or inquire about services, or engage with us on connected platforms we manage. By using the Website, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
  • Company: Fabulous Ceremonies Aruba (based in Aruba; serving international clients)
  • Website: ArubaCeremonies.com
  • Primary Service: Non-denominational and interfaith officiating for destination weddings, elopements, intimate weddings, and vow renewals in Aruba.

3) Information We Collect
A) Contact & Inquiry Details
Names, email addresses, phone numbers, preferred contact method, and (if you choose) social media handles.
 Why: To respond to inquiries, check availability, schedule a consultation, and provide requested information.

B) Ceremony & “Love-Story” Details
Date/time/location preferences, languages, cultural or faith elements, readings/rituals, personal details you choose to share so your ceremony feels uniquely yours.
 Why: To design, write, and officiate a personalized ceremony with warmth and care.
 Sensitivity: We treat this as confidential and use it only for your ceremony experience.

C) Payment & Billing (via Third Parties)
Payments are processed by Venmo, Wise, or PayPal. We do not collect or store full card/bank data on our servers.
 Why: To complete bookings and issue receipts.
 Note: Your transaction is governed by your chosen processor’s privacy policy and PCI-DSS safeguards.

D) Website & Technical Data (Analytics)
IP address, device/browser type, pages visited, time on page, referring URLs, general geolocation (country/region), and similar usage data via tools such as Google Analytics.
 Why: Site security, performance, user experience improvements, content planning, and legitimate business interests.

E) Cookies, Pixels & Similar Tech
We use cookies and pixels to remember preferences, maintain sessions, measure performance, and refine content.
 Choices: You can manage cookies in your browser. Some features may not function without them.

4) How & Why We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
  • Provide Services: Design, plan, coordinate, and officiate your ceremony; offer multilingual support (EN/ES/NL/PT).
  • Communicate: Respond to messages, schedule calls, send proposals/agreements, logistics, and updates.
  • Improve: Maintain Website security and quality; analyze usage to enhance experience and relevance.
  • Comply: Satisfy legal, accounting, tax, and record-keeping obligations.

We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with trusted providers who help us operate (payments, hosting, analytics) under confidentiality obligations or when required by law.

5) Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR/UK GDPR)
Where applicable, we process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:
  • Contract: To perform pre-contract steps and our agreement with you (e.g., crafting your ceremony).
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve services, secure our Website, and communicate with prospective clients in a proportionate manner.
  • Consent: For certain communications, cookies/analytics (where required), and optional data you choose to share.
  • Legal Obligation: To meet record-keeping or compliance requirements.

You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the basis for processing.

6) Retention
  • We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, including legal/reporting requirements and dispute resolution.
  • We do not retain full payment card/bank details.

You may request deletion (see Your Rights). We will honor valid requests unless retention is required by law or legitimate interests (e.g., to defend legal claims).

7) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards (e.g., encryption in transit, access controls, reputable vendors). No system can be guaranteed 100% secure, but we take privacy and security seriously and review our measures periodically.

8) International Data Transfers
We and our service providers may process data in Aruba, the United States, Canada, the EU/UK, and other jurisdictions. We use appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) when transferring data from the EEA/UK to countries without an adequacy decision.

9) Your Rights
A) GDPR/UK GDPR (EU/UK Residents)
You may have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, object to processing, and data portability; and to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. You may lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
B) Canada (PIPEDA)
You may request access to your personal information, correction of inaccuracies, details on how it’s used/disclosed, and information on our safeguards. We respond promptly and transparently.
C) U.S. California (CCPA/CPRA)
If you’re a California resident, you may have the right to know what we collect/use/disclose, correct inaccuracies, delete certain data, opt-out of sale/share (we do not sell personal information), and be free from discrimination for exercising rights.
Exercising Your Rights
Email the Privacy Officer at hello@ArubaCeremonies.com with your request. We may verify identity before acting. We will respond within the applicable legal timeframe.

10) Marketing Preferences
We send thoughtful updates (e.g., ceremony tips, news) only in line with consent and applicable law. You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails or by contacting us.

11) Children’s Privacy
Our services and Website are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 (or under 21 where local law applies). If you believe a minor has provided data, please contact us for prompt deletion (unless retention is legally required).

12) Third-Party Links
Our Website may link to outside sites (venues, planners, social, etc.). Their privacy practices are their own. Please review their policies before sharing information. We are not responsible for third-party content or handling.

13) Do Not Track & Cookie Choices
Browsers may offer Do Not Track signals. Because there is no uniform industry standard, our Website may not respond to all DNT signals. You can control cookies in your browser or device settings; you may also use consent banners (where applicable) to manage non-essential cookies.

14) Service Providers & Categories of Recipients
  • Payments: Venmo, Wise, PayPal (PCI-DSS-aligned processors)
  • Analytics/Performance: Google Analytics
  • Hosting/Infrastructure/Email: Reputable, privacy-vetted providers
 
These processors are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only per our instructions.

15) Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. We will post the updated version with a new “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be highlighted where reasonable. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

16) Contact Us (and Complaints)
Privacy Officer: Reverend Dr. Franklin Croes
 Email: hello@ArubaCeremonies.com
 Website: https://www.ArubaCeremonies.com
  • EU/UK: You may contact your local supervisory authority.
  • Canada: You may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada or your provincial authority.
  • U.S.: State AG or privacy regulator, as applicable.

We welcome your questions and will respond with care and clarity.

Your trust is precious. We honor your love story —and your privacy— with discretion, integrity, and respect.