Introduction

Welcome to Bazi Calculator ("we," "us," or "our"), a professional Chinese Four Pillars destiny analysis tool operated at bazi-calculator.app. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us, and this privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services.

Information Collection and Use

We collect the following types of data to provide you with a better experience while using Bazi Calculator:

1. Account Information

• What We Collect: Your name, email address, and any other information you provide when creating an account.
• Purpose: To manage your account, provide customer support, and communicate with you about our services.

2. Usage Details

• What We Collect: Information about how you use Bazi Calculator, including your interactions, features accessed, and usage frequency.
• Purpose: To analyze user engagement and improve our services.

3. Device Information

• What We Collect: Data regarding the devices you use to access Bazi Calculator, such as device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address.
• Purpose: To optimize our services for different devices and ensure compatibility.

4. Birth Date and Time Information

• What We Collect: Birth date, time, and location information you provide for BaZi chart calculations.
• Purpose: To generate accurate Four Pillars destiny analysis and provide personalized readings.

5. Payment and Billing Information

• What We Collect: Information regarding your payment methods and billing details required for transaction processing.
• Purpose: To facilitate billing and payment processing for our services.
• Note: We do not store your full credit card numbers. All payment processing is handled securely by our payment processor (see "Third-Party Payment Processing" below).

Third-Party Payment Processing

We use Creem (creem.io) as our Merchant of Record and payment processor. When you make a purchase:

• Your payment information is submitted directly to Creem, not stored on our servers
• Creem handles all payment processing, tax collection, and compliance
• Creem may collect additional information necessary for fraud prevention and regulatory compliance
• Creem's privacy policy is available at https://creem.io/privacy

By making a purchase, you agree to Creem's terms of service and privacy policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (authentication, security)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (language, theme settings)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website

Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously:

• Data is stored securely on servers with industry-standard encryption
• We implement access controls and security measures to protect against unauthorized access
• We use HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security audits are conducted to maintain data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Specific retention periods:

• Account information: Retained until you delete your account
• Usage data: Retained for up to 24 months
• Payment records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• BaZi chart data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion

International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Working only with processors that maintain adequate data protection standards

Your Rights (GDPR and Similar Laws)

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@bazi-calculator.app. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Payment Processing: With Creem for payment and subscription management
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party partners who assist us in operating our website, subject to confidentiality agreements

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page
• Updating the "updated_at" date at the top
• Sending an email notification for material changes

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Website: bazi-calculator.app
• Email: support@bazi-calculator.app

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact the relevant supervisory authority in your country.

By using Bazi Calculator, you consent to our privacy policy and agree to its terms. Thank you for trusting us with your information!