Effective Date: 14/10/2024
This Privacy Policy describes how Leaf or Bean (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our Website, https://leaforbean.com/ (the “Website”).
Information We Collect
We collect two types of information on the Website:
- Personal Information: This information can identify you as an individual and may include:
- Name (if you choose to leave comments)
- Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter or use our Contact Us form)
- Non-Personal Information: This information does not identify you as an individual and may include:
- Browser information
- Device information
- Operating system
- IP address
- Browsing activity on the Website (pages visited, time spent)
- Information collected through cookies and other tracking technologies (see below)
How We Collect Information
We collect information through various methods on the Website:
- Comments: When you leave a comment on a post, you may be required to provide your name (optional) and email address.
- Contact us form: When you contact us, you may be required to provide your name and email address.
- Newsletter Signup: You provide your email address when subscribing to our newsletter.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect non-personal information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that record certain information about your visit. Other tracking technologies, such as web beacons and pixel tags, may also be used. These technologies help us understand how you use the Website and personalize your experience. You can control or turn off cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may limit your access to some website features.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the Website: We use non-personal information to maintain the Website and improve your user experience.
- To respond to your inquiries, we will use your email address to respond to your questions and comments submitted through the contact form or comments section.
- To send newsletters: We use your email address to send periodic newsletters with updates and information about our blog posts and other relevant content. You can unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time.
- To analyze traffic and usage: We use non-personal information to analyze traffic patterns and usage of the Website, which helps us improve the content and functionality.
Sharing Your Information
We will not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information in the following limited circumstances:
- To service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Website and provide related services (e.g., email marketing platforms). These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and secure.
- To comply with laws and regulations: We may disclose your information if required by law or regulation, for example, in response to a court order or subpoena.
- In the event of a merger or acquisition: Your information may be transferred to the new owner in the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We may also retain your information for legal or regulatory compliance purposes.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please get in touch with us. We will delete the information from our systems.
Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You have the right to access our personal information.
- Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Erasure: You can request that we erase your personal information.
- Restriction: You have the right to restrict the processing of your personal information.
- Objection: You have the right to object to processing your personal information.
To exercise these rights, please get in touch with us using the contact information below.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the Website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please get in touch with us by email at [email protected]