Privacy Policy

1. General Information

Welcome to specialtycircle.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Our website is a platform designed to connect individuals seeking specialty coffee with listings of specialty coffee shops around the world. We facilitate the sharing of information about coffee shops, including their offerings, locations, and other relevant details to enhance the experience of coffee lovers and promote specialty coffee culture.

 

2. User Data Collection

We collect the following types of personal information from users: names, job positions, birthdates, gender, coffee preferences, product preferences, links to social media profiles and/or websites, emails, and locations.

Purpose of Collection: This information is used to enhance the user experience on our website by allowing users to filter coffee shop listings based on their preferences and interests. It helps us provide relevant information about specialty coffee shops and improve our communication efforts, ensuring that users receive updates and content tailored to their interests in specialty coffee.

 

3. Third-Party Services

We use Google Analytics to collect data on user interactions and site traffic. Google Analytics helps us understand site traffic, user behavior, and improve the overall user experience on SpecialtyCircle.

Opt-Out: Users can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Google’s Privacy Policy: For more information on how Google handles user data, please refer to Google’s PrivacyPolicy.

 

4. Registration

Users are not required to create an account to access or use our website. You can interact with SpecialtyCircle, upload content, and provide personal information without registering.

 

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes:

• Analytics: To collect data on how visitors interact with our website, helping us understand site traffic and user behavior.

• Marketing: To track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements based on browsing history or preferences.

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality, such as page navigation and access to secure areas.

• Wix Cookies: Wix automatically uses certain cookies; we may also implement additional third-party cookies depending on site features.

Users can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings or the cookie consent banner on our site. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

 

6. User Interaction

Users can upload images and videos and provide personal information through input forms. This information may include, but is not limited to:

• Names

• Job Positions

• Ages

• Genders

• Coffee Preferences

• Product Preferences

• Social Media Links

• Emails

• Locations

Usage: All information submitted may be displayed publicly on the website, except for the following information, which will not be displayed publicly:

• Names

• Job Positions

• Ages

• Genders

• Emails

Additionally, content and related information may be used on SpecialtyCircle’s social media platforms and other third-party websites for marketing and content distribution purposes.

 

7. Data Storage and Security

User data is stored on:

• The Wix platform

• Our local laptop

• Google storage account

Security Measures:

• Encryption: Data transmitted between users and our website is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS.

• Secure Servers: Data is stored on secure servers protected by firewalls and anti-virus software.

• Compliance: We adhere to GDPR and CCPA regulations to protect user data.

 

8. Data Retention

We do not store account-related data. However, users can request the deletion of personal information shared via contact forms or uploaded content.

Request Deletion: Users can use our Content Removal Form to request data deletion. We will process these requests promptly, except where retention is required by law. Content on third-party platforms may not be fully removable.

 

9. Third-Party Sharing

We may share user data with third parties for specific purposes:

• Service Providers: For website operation, maintenance, and functionality.

• Marketing and Social Media: For content distribution and marketing.

• Analytics and Performance Tracking: For site improvement.

• Legal Obligations: To comply with laws or protect rights and safety.

 

10. Legal Requirements

We may disclose user data to:

• Comply with Laws: Legal processes or government requests.

• Protect Rights: Safety of users or public.

• Enforce Terms: Terms of Service and agreements.

 

11. User Control

Users have the following rights: Opting Out: Adjust browser settings or use tools like the cookie consent banner to manage data collection preferences. Accessing Data: Request access to personal data by contacting specialtycircle@gmail.com. Correction or Deletion: Request corrections or deletions of personal data. We will comply with applicable laws. Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data uses by filling out our Content Removal Form.

We aim to respond to requests within 30 days.

 

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at specialtycircle@gmail.com