WeddingWire

WeddingWire is an online marketplace that connects engaged couples with wedding professionals, operating as a subsidiary of The Knot Worldwide. The platform functions as a comprehensive directory of wedding vendors, including venues, photographers, and caterers, allowing users to search, compare, and read millions of consumer reviews. Couples can create personalized wedding websites, manage guest lists, and utilize various planning tools, making their personal wedding details, such as names, dates, and locations, accessible through the platform. While this service simplifies wedding planning, it also centralizes sensitive personal information which, if not properly secured, could be exploited for targeted marketing, spam, or potentially doxxing and harassment if details of the event become public. The data collected is also used to provide analytics to vendors to help them grow their businesses. To mitigate these risks, individuals should be cautious about the amount of personal data they share publicly on their wedding websites and within community forums. Users should also manage their privacy settings to control how their information is found and shared.