Privacy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
This is a starting draft, not legal advice. Please have it reviewed by a lawyer before relying on it.
The Appt ("we," "us") runs a platform that connects clients with independent beauty and wellness providers in Victoria, BC. This policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and your choices.
What we collect
Account details, such as your name and email.
Booking details, such as the services you book, appointment times, locations, and any notes you add.
Payment information, which is processed by Stripe. We do not store your full card number.
For providers, business details and bank information, handled through Stripe, plus your services and pricing.
Messages you send us, and basic usage and device information.
How we use it
To run the platform, process your bookings and payments, and connect you with providers.
To send transactional emails like confirmations and updates, and to respond to your questions.
To improve the service and to prevent fraud and abuse.
To meet our legal obligations.
How we share it
With the provider you book, so they can serve you. They receive your name, contact details, and booking information.
With Stripe, to process payments.
With service providers that help us operate, such as email delivery and hosting.
When required by law.
We don't sell your personal information.
Payments
Payments are handled by Stripe. Your payment information is also subject to Stripe's privacy policy. We do not store full card numbers on our systems.
Data retention and security
We keep your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service and meet legal obligations. We use reasonable measures to protect it, though no method of storage or transmission is completely secure.
Your choices
You can access, update, or delete your account information by emailing hello@theappt.com. We use cookies and similar technology to keep you signed in and understand how the platform is used.
Children
The platform is intended for adults. It is not directed at anyone under 18.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the new version here.
Contact
Questions about privacy? Email hello@theappt.com.