Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

At Cacao for Beings, your trust matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from www.cacaoforbeings.com

We are committed to handling your information with care, transparency, and respect—just as we do with our cacao.

This policy is governed by California and United States law.

Information We Collect

When you visit or interact with our Site, we may collect the following information:

Personal Information You Provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Shipping and billing address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

  • Any information you submit through contact forms or emails

Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (browser type, IP address)

  • Pages viewed and interactions on the Site

  • Cookies and analytics data (via Squarespace and related tools)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Communicate with you about purchases, shipping, or inquiries

  • Provide customer support

  • Send emails you've opted into (such as updates or offerings)

  • Improve our website and offerings

  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We only collect what is necessary, and we never use your data in ways that feel intrusive or misaligned. We do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

Payments & Third-Party Services

Our Site is hosted on Squarespace, which provides the ecommerce platform that allows us to sell our products. Payments are processed securely through Stripe.

We do not store or have direct access to your full payment details.

Third-party services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your information:

Your information may be transferred to and processed by these service providers, who are located in the United States.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable essential site functionality (such as shopping cart and checkout)

  • Understand how visitors use our Site through Squarespace Analytics

  • Improve functionality and user experience

Essential cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. Analytics cookies help us understand site usage and are optional.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.

Email Communication

If you subscribe to our mailing list or make a purchase, we may send you emails related to:

  • Your order

  • Product updates

  • Educational or brand content

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link at the bottom of our emails.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information and work with platforms that follow industry-standard security practices.

While no system is 100% secure, we choose partners and tools that prioritize data protection.

Data Retention

We retain your order information for up to 7 years for accounting, tax, and legal purposes, after which it is securely deleted. You may request earlier deletion of your data by contacting us.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We only share your information with trusted service providers when necessary to:

  • Process payments (Stripe)

  • Ship orders

  • Host and operate our website (Squarespace)

In the event of a business transfer, merger, or acquisition, your information may be transferred to the new owner, and you will be notified of any such change.

Your Rights

All Customers

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we have about you

  • Request corrections or deletion

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

California Residents (CCPA Rights)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have additional rights:

  • Right to Know: Request details about the personal information we collect, use, and share

  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (with certain exceptions)

  • Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information

  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at kris@cacaoforbeings.com..

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out:

Email: kris@cacaoforbeings.com