Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Curly Lifestyles Media Inc is committed to protecting the privacy of salon owners, stylists, creators, and partners who use the Curly Lifestyles platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, analyze, store, and protect information in connection with CurlyLifestyles.com and related services.

By creating an account, submitting information, or participating as a partner, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that is voluntarily provided through applications, forms, profiles, service purchases, and communications, including:

Business and professional information such as salon name, owner or contact name, email address, phone number, city, province, website, and social media links
Service details including specialties, curl types worked with, certifications, experience, pricing ranges, booking methods, and availability
Profile content such as written descriptions, images, and promotional materials
Platform activity information including profile updates, service participation, directory engagement, and feature eligibility
Communications such as emails, onboarding responses, feedback, and support requests

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information unrelated to professional participation.

2. How We Use Your Information

Information is collected and used for legitimate business purposes related to operating and improving Curly Lifestyles, including:

Creating, reviewing, and displaying salon profiles and directory listings
Managing memberships, services, onboarding, and editorial review
Communicating about accounts, platform updates, opportunities, and support
Operating paid services, features, and promotional initiatives
Monitoring platform usage, performance, and growth
Conducting internal analysis, reporting, and research to improve the platform

3. Data Analytics and Industry Analysis

Curly Lifestyles collects and analyzes platform and salon data to better understand the curly hair industry, including service trends, geographic patterns, professional offerings, and community needs.

Data analysis may be used to:
Improve platform features and user experience
Guide editorial and educational initiatives
Inform internal strategy, reporting, and planning
Share high-level, aggregated insights publicly or with partners

Personally identifiable salon information is not sold to third parties.

4. Cookies, Tracking, and Google Analytics

Curly Lifestyles uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the website, understand user behavior, and improve performance.

We use Google Analytics to collect information such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Traffic sources
General location and device information

Google Analytics collects data in accordance with its own privacy policies. Information collected through analytics is used only to understand platform usage and improve services. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain site functionality.

5. Consent and Business Information

By submitting your information and participating on the platform, you consent to the collection, use, and analysis of your business and professional information as described in this Privacy Policy.

You may withdraw consent by requesting account removal, subject to legal, operational, and record keeping requirements.

6. Information Sharing

We may share information only in limited circumstances, including:

With service providers required to operate the platform, such as website hosting, analytics tools, email systems, and payment processors
When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of Curly Lifestyles, its users, or the public

All service providers are expected to handle information responsibly and securely.

7. Cross-Border Data Processing

Curly Lifestyles may use third-party tools or service providers that store or process data outside of Canada. In such cases, information may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction where it is processed. Reasonable steps are taken to ensure that service providers protect information in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy.

8. Data Storage and Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. Access to information is limited to authorized personnel only.

9. Data Retention

Information is retained only as long as necessary to operate the platform, fulfill services, meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain business records. Inactive or removed accounts may be archived or deleted in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:
Request access to the information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information
Request account removal or withdrawal of consent

Requests may be submitted by contacting info@curlylifestyles.com.

11. Business Transfers

If Curly Lifestyles Media Inc undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, financing, or sale of assets, information collected through the platform may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable privacy laws.

12. Children’s Privacy

CurlyLifestyles.com may be browsed and used by individuals 13 years of age and older.
Partner accounts, including salons, stylists, creators, and any paid or professional participation on the platform, are available only to individuals who are 18 years of age or older.
Curly Lifestyles does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is identified, it will be deleted.

13. Third-Party Links

Profiles may contain links to third-party websites, booking platforms, or services. Curly Lifestyles is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties.

14. Privacy Complaints and Escalation

Questions or concerns regarding privacy practices may be directed to info@curlylifestyles.com. If concerns are not resolved, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada for further information or to file a complaint.