Data Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 10/4/2024
Introduction
At Java House (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is a priority. This Data Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect from users ("you," "your") of our website, how we use and protect that information, and your rights concerning your personal data. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
1. Personal Information
Personal Information refers to any data that identifies or could be used to identify you as an individual. This includes:
- Contact Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you register or fill out forms on our website.
- Account Information: if you create an account, this includes your username, password, and preferences.
- Payment Information: if you make purchases, we may collect payment details, including credit card numbers and billing addresses. Note that we do not store your payment data directly; payments are processed by third-party payment gateways.
2. Non-Personal Information
Non-Personal Information refers to data that cannot be used to identify you personally. This includes:
- Usage Data: such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and the pages you visit on our site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: we use cookies, pixels, and other tracking tools to collect information about your use of the site and to improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal and non-personal information for the following purposes:
- Providing Services: To deliver and manage the services you request, including account management, customer support, and processing orders.
- Improving Our Website: To analyze trends, track users’ navigation on the site, and enhance user experience.
- Marketing and Communication: To send promotional materials, newsletters, or other information you may find valuable, if you have opted in. You can opt-out at any time by following the unsubscribe link.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests from authorities.
- Fraud Prevention and Security: To detect and protect against unauthorized transactions and security breaches.
Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers to perform functions such as website hosting, payment processing, and analytics.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
Data Security
We take data security seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure socket layer (SSL) technology. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Your Rights
Under applicable privacy laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Rectification: You have the right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
- Data Portability: You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request that we limit the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
- Objection to Processing: You can object to our processing of your personal data for direct marketing or legitimate interests.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@javahouse.com. We will respond to your request within [insert time frame, typically 30 days].
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to collect information and improve user experience. You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.
For more information on our cookie usage, please see our [Cookie Policy].
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting them.
International Transfers
If you are located outside of the [Insert Jurisdiction], your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Data Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we do, we will post the updated policy on this page with the new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Data Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Java House Coffee Shops, LLC
14390 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 150
support@javahouse.com
This policy is designed to comply with data privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).