Privacy Policy

At Casual Barista, we respect and value your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and store your personal information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or use our services. Please take a moment to read this policy and understand how we handle your data.

1. Introduction
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the policy, please refrain from using our site.

2. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, process orders, and ensure a smooth experience on our website. The information we collect includes:

• Personal Identification Information: When you place an order, sign up for our newsletter, or interact with us in other ways, we may collect personal details such as:
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Shipping address
  • Billing address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (processed via Shopify’s secure payment system)
• Non-personal Information: We also collect non-personal information automatically through cookies and analytics tools, such as:
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • IP address
  • Pages visited on our website
  • Time spent on our website

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal and non-personal information for the following purposes:

• Order Fulfillment: To process and ship your orders.
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance.
• Marketing: To send you promotional emails, newsletters, or product updates (you can opt-out at any time).
• Website Improvement: To analyze trends, track usage, and improve the user experience on our website.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.

4. How We Protect Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We use industry-standard encryption protocols and secure payment gateways (through Shopify) to protect sensitive information. However, please be aware that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted service providers who assist in the operation of our website and business, including:

• Payment Processors: To process payments securely.
• Shipping Providers: To fulfill and deliver your orders.
• Marketing and Analytics Providers: To improve our marketing efforts and website performance.

All third-party providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your data and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, track website usage, and improve our services.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

7. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data (subject to certain exceptions).
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your personal data.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request that we provide your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email address].

8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before sharing any personal information with them.

11. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or the services we offer. When we make changes, we will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom.

12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

• Email: [email address]
• Phone: [phone number]

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