Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Who We Are
Deluge Beautee LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a beauty platform connecting independent beauty professionals with clients and salon spaces. We operate at delugebeautee.com and related subdomains, including our sub-platforms Deluge Collective (artist bookings) and Deluge Spaces (station rentals).
2. Information We Collect
From clients:
- Name, phone number, email
- Booking history and service preferences
- Referral codes used
From artists/professionals:
- Name, phone number, email
- License number, license type, issuing state, expiration date
- License photo upload
- Service type, location preferences, service radius
- Booking and earnings history
From salon owners (Deluge Spaces):
- Name, salon name, phone number, email
- Station types and availability
3. How We Use Your Information
- To connect clients with beauty professionals
- To verify artist licenses and maintain platform standards
- To process bookings and payments
- To send appointment confirmations and reminders via SMS
- To manage referral credits and rewards
- To notify artists of license expiration
- To improve our platform and services
4. Payment Processing
We use third-party payment processors to handle all financial transactions on the Deluge Beautee platform. When you make or receive a payment, the following applies:
Deluge Collective (Artist Bookings):
- Client deposits are processed through our platform payment system
- A platform commission of 15% (capped at $35/month for solo artists) is deducted from artist earnings
- Payment card details are handled directly by our payment processor and are never stored on our servers
Deluge Spaces (Station Rentals):
- A platform fee of 3% is charged to the Artist per booking
- A platform fee of 3% is charged to the Salon Host on their rental earnings
- Supply tier rental rates are processed separately from platform fees
We collect only the payment data necessary to facilitate transactions, issue payouts, and generate tax documents (Form 1099-NEC). We do not store full credit card numbers. All payment processing is PCI-compliant through our third-party processors.
5. Data Sharing
Your personal information is never sold to third parties.
We share data only with trusted service providers needed to operate our platform — including SMS providers, payment processors, and AI service providers (including Anthropic). These providers access only what is needed for their specific function.
Artist license information is used solely for verification purposes and is not shared publicly.
6. SMS & Email Communication
By submitting any form on our platform and checking the consent checkbox, you opt in to receive SMS messages from Deluge Beautee LLC including booking confirmations, reminders, license expiration notices, and referral updates.
- Message and data rates may apply
- Reply STOP to unsubscribe from SMS
- Reply HELP for assistance
Email communications include:
- Booking confirmations and receipts
- Account and payout notifications
- Platform updates and policy changes
- Marketing emails (with opt-out in every message)
7. License Data
Artist license information uploaded to our platform is:
- Used only for verification and compliance purposes
- Never shared publicly or sold
- Retained for as long as the artist maintains an active profile
- Deleted upon written request after account closure
8. Analytics & Cookies
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our platform and to improve our services. This may include:
- Pages visited, time spent on site, and navigation patterns
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- General geographic location (city/region level)
- Referral sources (how you found our site)
Cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: required for site functionality, login sessions, and payment processing
- Analytics cookies: help us understand usage patterns and improve the platform
- Preference cookies: remember your language selection and display settings
We do not use advertising cookies or sell tracking data to third parties. You can disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended.
9. Data Retention & Deletion
We retain your data for as long as needed to provide our services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us. We will process your request within a reasonable timeframe.
10. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw SMS consent at any time (reply STOP)
11. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for anyone under the age of 18.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of our platform after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Governing Law
This policy is governed by the laws of the State of Missouri, United States.
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