Last Updated: February 26, 2025

At EspressoDash, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website (https://espressodash.com). By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are?

EspressoDash is an online blog dedicated to providing reviews, guides, and tips on portable espresso makers. Our website is located at https://espressodash.com, and we’re operated by a passionate coffee enthusiast as an Amazon Associate, earning from qualifying purchases to support this blog.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect the following information when you interact with EspressoDash: 

Contact Form Data: If you use our “Contact Us” form, we collect your name (optional), email address, and any message you submit. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiries and improve our services. 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and display personalized content or ads (e.g., via Google Analytics or Google AdSense, if implemented). These cookies collect non-personal data like your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. 

Analytics Data: We use tools like Google Analytics to track visitor behavior (e.g., page views, session duration) to improve our site. This data is anonymized and not linked to personally identifiable information unless you provide it via the contact form.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect to: 

Respond to your inquiries submitted through the contact form. 

Analyze site traffic and user behavior to enhance EspressoDash’s content and user experience. 

Deliver relevant advertisements or recommendations (e.g., Amazon affiliate products) through third-party services like Google AdSense, if applicable. 

Ensure the security and functionality of our website.

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties unless required by law or to protect our site’s integrity.

4. Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit EspressoDash. We use cookies to: 

Remember your preferences (e.g., form data, if you opt-in). 

Analyze traffic and improve site performance (via Google Analytics). 

Enable advertising features (e.g., Google AdSense, if ads are added).

These cookies do not contain personal data and expire after a set period (e.g., 30 days for analytics cookies, or as configured in your browser). You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality. For more on managing cookies, visit [link to browser privacy settings or cookie management guide, e.g., support.google.com].

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Our blog posts may include embedded content (e.g., images, videos, or articles) from third-party sites like Amazon or YouTube. This content behaves as if you visited those sites directly. These third parties may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interaction with their content, including if you’re logged into their services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for details, such as: 

Amazon’s Privacy Notice (amazon.com/privacy). 

Google’s Privacy Policy (policies.google.com/privacy) for YouTube or AdSense content.

6. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not share your personal data with third parties except in the following cases: 

Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, Google AdSense) to analyze traffic or serve ads, but only in anonymized, aggregated form unless you provide personal data via the contact form. 

Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law, to protect our rights, or to ensure the safety of our users. 

Amazon Affiliate Program: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases, and Amazon may collect data related to your interactions with our affiliate links. Review Amazon’s Privacy Notice (amazon.com/privacy) for details.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data

Contact Form Data: We retain your name, email, and message for up to 12 months to respond to inquiries and improve our services, after which it is deleted unless required for legal or operational purposes. 

Cookies and Analytics Data: Cookies and anonymized analytics data are stored for up to 30 days or as configured in your browser settings. Non-personal data (e.g., IP addresses) may be retained indefinitely for security and analytics but is not linked to identifiable individuals.

8. What Rights You Have Over Your Data

You have the following rights regarding your data: 

Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you (e.g., contact form submissions) by contacting us through contact form.

Correction or Deletion: You can request to correct or delete your personal data, except for data we are required to retain for legal, security, or administrative purposes. 

Opt-Out: You can opt out of cookies or tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie management tools (if installed).

To exercise these rights, contact us via our Contact page or email. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor data (e.g., IP addresses, browser info) may be processed by third-party services like Google Analytics or Google AdSense, hosted on servers in the United States or other regions. 

Contact form submissions are stored on our secure Hostinger servers.

Data may be checked through automated spam detection services (e.g., reCAPTCHA) to protect our site.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates. By continuing to use EspressoDash, you agree to the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out via our Contact page. We’re here to help you brew confidently while protecting your privacy.