Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

At 1888 Coffee House, we value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we handle your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with us:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number when you create an account, sign up for our newsletter, RSVP to events, or make inquiries
• Account Information: Login credentials and preferences when you create an account on our website
• Transaction Information: Purchase details when you buy gift cards or make payments through our website
• Communication Data: Messages you send us through contact forms or email
• Website Usage: Basic analytics data about how you use our website (pages visited, time spent, etc.)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: To process transactions, manage your account, and deliver the services you request
• Communications: To send you information about events, promotions, new products, and services offered by 1888 Coffee House
• Event Management: To manage RSVPs, send event reminders, and communicate about events you've registered for
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance
• Improve Our Services: To understand how customers use our website and services so we can make improvements

What We Do NOT Do

• No Data Sales: We will never sell your personal information to anyone
• No Third-Party Marketing: We do not share your information with other companies for their advertising
• No Sensitive Data Storage: We do not collect or store sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, government IDs, or health information

Payment Information

When you make a purchase, your payment information is transmitted directly to Square using industry-standard encryption. Square handles all payment processing and is responsible for the security of your payment data. For more information about Square's security practices, please visit Square's Privacy Policy.

Marketing Communications

If you provide us with your email address or phone number, we may use it to send you:

• Information about upcoming events at 1888 Coffee House
• Special promotions and discounts
• New product announcements
• News and updates about our coffee house

All marketing communications come exclusively from 1888 Coffee House. We do not share your contact information with other businesses.

Opting Out

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send
• Replying STOP to any SMS message
• Updating your preferences in your account settings
• Contacting us directly using the information below

SMS Messaging

If you opt in to receive text messages from us, please review our SMS Terms & Conditions for detailed information about our text messaging program, including message types, frequency, and how to opt out.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS) for all website traffic
• Secure storage of account credentials
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
• Regular security reviews of our systems

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how visitors use our site. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics: Google Analytics to understand website traffic and usage patterns
• Social Media: Pixels from social platforms to measure the effectiveness of our advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to operate our business:

• Square: Payment processing, gift cards, and loyalty programs
• Google Analytics: Website analytics
• Email Service Providers: To send newsletters and transactional emails

These service providers have access only to the information necessary to perform their functions and are obligated to protect your information.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
• Correction: Ask us to correct any inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.