Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 20, 2025

At 7 Sips Tea (https://7sipstea.com), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information across the globe, in compliance with international privacy laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)

Who We Are

We are 7 Sips Tea, a U.S.-based company providing curated tea products and educational resources. Our website address is: https://7sipstea.com

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

Comments & Contact Forms

When you leave a comment or use a contact form, we collect your name, email address, IP address, browser data, and any other data you voluntarily provide. This helps us manage comments and prevent spam

Purchases

When you make a purchase, we collect your name, email, phone number, billing and shipping address, and payment details (processed securely through third-party providers). This data is necessary to process and fulfill your order

Email Marketing

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name, email address, and IP address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails

Analytics

We use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our site. This may include data like your IP address (anonymized in certain regions), browser type, and time spent on pages

Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. These cookies may:

  • Remember your login and preferences
  • Track the contents of your shopping cart
  • Help us understand user behavior through analytics

You can manage cookies via your browser settings or through a consent banner where applicable

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Our articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social media posts). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other website directly and may collect data about you independently of our site

Who We Share Data With

We do not sell your data. However, we may share information with trusted third parties to:

  • Process orders (e.g., payment providers, shipping partners)
  • Send marketing emails
  • Provide analytics and website performance monitoring

How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments: Retained indefinitely for moderation purposes
  • Order data: Retained for up to 10 years for tax and legal reasons
  • Email subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
  • User accounts: Retained until the user requests deletion

Your Rights

If you are located in a region covered by laws such as the GDPR or CCPA, you may have rights to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to data processing for specific purposes
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@7sipstea.com. We will respond within 30 days

International Visitors & Data Transfers

Our website is based in the United States, but we welcome international visitors. If you are accessing our site from outside the U.S., be aware that your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from your home country

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately

Automated Decision-Making

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making or profiling that significantly affects you

How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • SSL encryption (HTTPS)
  • Secure payment processing via trusted providers
  • Restricted admin access

Contact Information

If you have any privacy-related questions or requests, you can contact us at:

Email: info@7sipstea.com

Website: https://7sipstea.com

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this page. Please review it periodically to stay informed