Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain data about your browsing activity, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time spent on each page. This information helps us understand how you interact with our platform and allows us to optimize your experience.

If you choose to create an account or register for our dance events and classes, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and date of birth. We also gather information about your dance experience level and interests to better tailor our recommendations and event notifications. Any information you provide voluntarily through contact forms or event registrations is securely stored.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These tools help us remember your preferences, understand usage patterns, and deliver personalized content relevant to your interests in bachata and salsa dance events.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate our website and provide you with the services you request. This includes sending you notifications about upcoming dance events, beginner-friendly classes, and community gatherings in Lisboa and across Portugal. We use your data to personalize your experience, recommend relevant events based on your preferences, and improve the quality of our services.

Your information helps us communicate important updates about milongas, social dance nights, and classes designed for people over 45. We may also use your data to conduct research, analyze usage trends, and develop new features that better serve our community. We never sell your personal information to third parties. We only share data with trusted partners who assist us in providing our services, and they are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

We may contact you via email or phone regarding your account, event registrations, or to respond to your inquiries about our dance community and classes. We use your contact information only for these legitimate purposes and respect your preferences regarding communication frequency.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to access, review, and request correction of any personal information we hold about you. If you believe your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can contact us to have it updated. Under data protection regulations, you have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations we may need to fulfill.

You can withdraw your consent for us to use your information at any time. If you wish to unsubscribe from our event notifications or marketing communications, you can do so by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly. You also have the right to request a copy of all personal data we hold about you in a structured, portable format.

We respect your choices regarding your information. You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings, and we provide clear options for managing your communication preferences when you interact with our services. If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, track your activity, and deliver personalized content. We use both session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device for future visits.

Essential cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and allow you to access core features. Analytical cookies help us understand how visitors use our site, which pages are most popular, and where improvements can be made. These insights allow us to optimize our platform for your benefit. We use these analytics to better serve the dance community and improve our event listings and class information.

You have control over cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being set. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to access certain features of our website. We recommend enabling cookies to enjoy the full functionality of our services and personalized recommendations for dance events in your area.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses secure encryption protocols to safeguard data transmitted between your browser and our servers. We maintain strict access controls to ensure that only authorized personnel can access personal information.

While we take security seriously, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account information confidential. If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact us immediately so we can assist you in securing your information.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it. In some cases, we may retain data to comply with legal obligations or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. If you have questions about any changes or our privacy practices, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided below.