Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how TeaRitual collects, uses, stores, and protects your data when you visit our website. TeaRitual is dedicated to providing information about artisan teas, tea rituals, and the benefits of conscious tea drinking. We comply with global privacy regulations, including GDPR (EU) and CCPA.
Information We Collect
To improve your experience on TeaRitual and ensure site security, we collect the following types of information: * Device and technical details: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, time zone, and cookies. * Usage data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring website, and interactions with content. * User-provided information: Email addresses voluntarily submitted through subscription forms or contact forms. * Cookies and similar technologies: Small files stored to remember preferences and analyze site performance.
How We Use Your Information
We utilize the collected data for the following purposes: * Enhancing the functionality and performance of TeaRitual. * Analyzing user behavior to improve content delivery and site design. * Detecting and preventing security threats or technical issues. * Sending newsletters and updates if you have subscribed. * Personalizing content based on user interests in artisan teas and tea rituals.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information. Data may be shared only in the following circumstances: * With trusted service providers assisting in analytics, hosting, or technical support. * If legally required by authorities or for regulatory compliance. * In anonymized form for research and website improvement.
Third-Party Services and Advertising
TeaRitual may use analytics platforms like Google Analytics. These services may collect anonymized usage data. You can manage or opt out via: * Google Ads Settings * Other relevant privacy settings offered by third-party services
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to: * Ensure website functionality. * Analyze site traffic and usage patterns. * Personalize user experience related to tea content. You can control cookies via browser settings.
User Rights
Depending on your location, you have rights including: * Accessing your personal data. * Correcting inaccurate information. * Deleting personal data. * Restricting or objecting to data processing. * Receiving a portable copy of your data. These rights are granted under GDPR for EU users, CCPA for California residents, and applicable local laws for other regions.
Data Security and Retention
We implement measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
Children’s Privacy
TeaRitual is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Do Not Track
We respect “Do Not Track” signals from browsers.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our website operations or legal requirements. The date of the last update is indicated at the top of this page.
Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact us through the contact form on our website.