Privacy Policy

Happen ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website and platform at happen.events (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly

Account information: When you sign in using Google Sign-In, we receive your name and email address as provided by Google.
Saved events & plans: Events and exhibitions you save or organize are stored so you can access them later.
Event submissions: If you submit an event, exhibition, or showtime, the details you enter (title, date, venue, description, links, images) are stored and may be displayed publicly.
Contact messages: If you reach out via our contact form, we receive the name, email, and message you provide.

Information collected automatically

Usage data: Basic analytics about how you interact with the Service (e.g., pages viewed, events saved) to help us improve.
Local storage: We may store preferences (such as dismissed notices or view settings) in your browser's local storage.

2. Google Sign-In & OAuth Disclosure

We use Google Sign-In to authenticate users. When you choose to sign in, Google shares your basic profile information (name and email) with us. We request only the openid and email scopes — we do not request access to your Google contacts, documents, drive files, or other private data. Your Google password is never shared with us. You may revoke our access to your Google account at any time through your Google Account permissions page.

3. How We Use Information

To create and manage your account.
To save and display your saved events and plans.
To send event reminders or newsletters you have opted into.
To respond to your inquiries and support requests.
To improve, maintain, and secure the Service.
To comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only as follows:

Service providers: We use third-party infrastructure and hosting providers (including Base44) that process data on our behalf to operate the Service.
Google: As described above, for authentication.
Legal compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Public event content: Information you submit as an event listing is displayed publicly by design.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. Saved events and submissions are retained until you delete them or your account. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

6. Cookies & Tracking

We do not use advertising cookies. We may use essential cookies and local browser storage to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. Analytics tools may use cookies to understand aggregate usage.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, export, or delete your personal information, and to opt out of certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

8. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information using industry-standard practices. However, no method of transmission or storage is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version here with an updated "Last updated" date. Material changes will be communicated through the Service.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at agillespie@gmail.com or via our contact page.