Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 26, 2025

Welcome to The Home Barista Method! Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our site or interact with our content.

1. Who We Are

The Home Barista Method, found at https://thehomebaristamethod.com/, is owned by Teal, located in the United States.

We collect and use information consistent with your rights and our obligations under the law.

By using our Website, you certify that you are at least 18 years of age.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. Your use of our Website means you agree to its terms.

2. Information We Collect

• Information You Voluntarily Submit: Such as your name or email address when you subscribe to newsletters, leave a comment, or submit a form.

• Automatically-Collected Information: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages viewed, and the dates/times of access.

• Cookies: Small files stored on your browser to personalize your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Operate and maintain the Website

• Send newsletters and promotional emails (only if you opt-in)

• Respond to comments or inquiries

• Track and analyze Website performance and advertising

• Protect against unauthorized or illegal activity

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the Website (such as analytics or email marketing services).

These providers include:

• Google Analytics (website usage tracking)

• ConvertBox and ConvertKit (email and newsletter delivery)

Information may also be shared if required by law or in the event of a merger or asset sale.

5. Anonymous Data

We may use or share aggregated, anonymized data that does not identify you individually for marketing or analytics purposes.

6. Publicly Visible Information

If you leave a comment on the Website, your name and website (if provided) will be visible to the public.

Your email address and IP address will be collected but not shared publicly.

7. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, track usage, and customize Website content.

You can disable cookies in your browser at any time, but some Website features may not function properly.

8. Advertising

• Display Ads: Third-party advertisers may display content and ads using cookies.

• Retargeting Ads: We may engage in remarketing efforts through platforms like Google, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

• Affiliate Program Participation:

  The Home Barista Method participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and other affiliate programs, which may use cookies to track sales and assign commissions.

9. Newsletters

When you subscribe to our newsletter, your information may be used to send emails, updates, and promotional content.

Tracking pixels may be used to monitor open rates and click behavior.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Opt-out of emails (unsubscribe link provided in each email)

• Access, amend, or delete your personal data

• Request that we “forget” your data (subject to legal obligations)

11. How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments and their metadata are stored indefinitely.

• Registered users’ personal data is stored in their profile.

• Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months.

• Form submissions are retained until users unsubscribe or request deletion.

12. Information Accuracy

Content on this Website is for informational purposes only.

We are not liable for errors, omissions, or any losses or damages from using the information.

13. Links to Other Websites

We may link to external sites, but we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Please review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.

14. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Embedded content (like videos or images) behaves like a visit to the external site.

These sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction.

15. Sensitive Personal Information

Please do not submit sensitive information (such as health data, political opinions, or religious beliefs).

If you do, it will be handled according to this Privacy Policy.

16. Children’s Information

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

If you believe a child’s information has been collected, please contact us immediately for removal.

17. Rights of California Residents

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to know if their personal information is sold.

We do not sell personal information.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us via email.