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Privacy Policy

Version 1.1 · Last updated April 30, 2026


Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 30, 2026
Version: 1.1
Status: PUBLISHED


Our Commitment

Ridgecrest Works LLC ("Company," "we," "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information in connection with the Denouement Platform.

This policy complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CPRA), as amended.


1. Who This Policy Covers

This policy applies to:

  • Platform Users (Planners): Wedding and event planners who use Denouement directly
  • Planner Client Data: Personal information that planners upload to the Platform on behalf of their clients and guests

If you are a planner's client or wedding guest whose information has been uploaded to Denouement by a planner, please contact that planner regarding their privacy practices. We process your information only as directed by the planner who uploaded it.


2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

| Category | Examples | Purpose | |---|---|---| | Account Information | Name, email address, business name, phone number | Account creation and management | | Billing Information | Billing address (payment processing by third party — we do not store card numbers) | Payment processing | | Business Documents | Vendor contracts, event timelines, budgets, guest lists uploaded by planners | Providing AI-assisted Platform features | | Communications | Emails, support requests, feedback | Customer support and product improvement |

Information Collected Automatically

| Category | Examples | Purpose | |---|---|---| | Usage Data | Pages visited, features used, clicks, session duration | Platform improvement, security | | Device and Technical Data | IP address, browser type, operating system | Security, compatibility | | Log Data | Login events, error logs, API calls | Security, debugging |

AI Interaction Data

When you use AI features, we process the inputs you provide (documents, queries) to generate AI output. See our AI Disclosure Policy for details on how AI is used.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use information collected through the Platform to:

  • Provide and operate the Platform — deliver features, process your data, manage your account
  • Improve the Platform — analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
  • Communicate with you — send account notices, product updates, and support responses
  • Ensure security — detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Comply with legal obligations — respond to legal process, meet regulatory requirements
  • Billing and payments — process subscriptions and manage accounts

We do NOT:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Use your uploaded documents or your clients' personal information to train AI models without your explicit written consent
  • Use your information for advertising purposes

4. How We Share Information

We share information only in the following circumstances:

Sub-Processors: We share data with third-party service providers who help us operate the Platform (hosting, payment processing, document intelligence). All sub-processors are bound by data processing agreements. Our current sub-processor list is available at denouement.ai/legal/subprocessors.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Company, our users, or the public.

Business Transfers: If Ridgecrest Works LLC is acquired or merges with another entity, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

With Your Consent: We share information in other circumstances only with your explicit consent.


5. Your California Privacy Rights

Under California law (CCPA/CPRA), California residents have the following rights:

| Right | Description | |---|---| | Know | Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of PI we collect, use, and share about you | | Delete | Request deletion of your PI, subject to certain exceptions | | Correct | Request correction of inaccurate PI we hold about you | | Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing | We do not sell or share PI as defined under CCPA — but you may contact us to confirm | | Limit Sensitive PI Use | Request that we limit use of sensitive PI to providing the services | | Non-Discrimination | We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights |

To submit a request:

  • Email: legal@denouement.ai
  • Request form: [URL]

We will respond within 45 days of receiving a verifiable consumer request. We may extend this period once by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary with notice.


6. Data Retention

| Data Type | Retention Period | |---|---| | Account information | Duration of account + 12 months after closure | | Planner client data | Duration of subscription + 30 days after termination | | Billing records | 7 years (legal/tax requirement) | | Log and security data | 12 months |

We will delete or anonymize data that is no longer needed for the purposes described in this policy, subject to legal retention requirements.


7. Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest (AES-256)
  • Multi-factor authentication on all production systems
  • Least-privilege access controls
  • Regular security reviews

We maintain a Written Information Security Program consistent with California Civil Code §1798.81.5. For our security practices, see [/security].

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you in writing within the timeframes required by California Civil Code §1798.82.


8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to operate the Platform (authentication, session management) and analytics cookies to understand Platform usage. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.


9. Children

The Denouement Platform is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, contact us at legal@denouement.ai.


10. Third-Party Services

The Platform may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Google Drive). Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.


11. Changes to This Policy

We will notify you of material changes to this policy by email and in-app notice at least 30 days before changes take effect. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates the most recent revision.


12. Contact Us

For privacy questions, requests, or concerns:

Ridgecrest Works LLC — Privacy Team
[Address], Mill Valley, CA 94941
Email: legal@denouement.ai


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