Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Cigar Butler ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we look after your personal data when you visit our website and tell you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of information:

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (preferences, cigar collection data)
• User-generated content (reviews, ratings, journal entries)
• Communication data (support requests, feedback)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
• Location data (approximate location based on IP address)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. Google Analytics 4 and Consent Mode

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. GA4 uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website.

3.1 Consent Mode Implementation

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which allows us to adjust how Google tags behave based on your consent choices:

• ad_storage: Controls storage for advertising purposes
• analytics_storage: Controls storage for analytics purposes
• ad_user_data: Controls sending user data to Google for advertising
• ad_personalization: Controls personalized advertising

3.2 Data Collected by Google Analytics

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Device and browser information
• Geographic location (country, region, city)
• Traffic sources and referral information
• User interactions and engagement metrics

3.3 Your Consent Choices

When you first visit our website, you'll see a consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies and tracking
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences for different types of cookies

You can change your consent preferences at any time through our cookie settings.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Personalize your experience
• Improve our website and services
• Communicate with you about updates and features
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the data and context:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your data (e.g., analytics cookies)
• Contract: Processing is necessary to provide services you've requested
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is in our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services)
• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with the law

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our website (e.g., Google Analytics, hosting providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics retention settings (typically 14 months for user-level data).

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Objection: Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@cigarbutler.com

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)

You can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent banner.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 21. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

12. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

15. Additional Information for California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights