Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 18, 2026  |  Last Updated: March 18, 2026

Five Corners Coffee ("Five Corners Coffee," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.fivecornerscoffee.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you when you visit our Site or sign up to receive communications from us.

By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you voluntarily opt in to receive communications from us — such as our newsletter or promotional emails — we collect:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

We only collect this information when you actively provide it (for example, by submitting a sign-up form). We do not collect this information passively.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Pages viewed, time spent on pages, and navigation paths

  • Referring website or source

  • IP address (anonymized where applicable)

  • Date and time of your visit

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve our Site. Cookies are small text files placed on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly.

  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site so we can improve the experience.

  • Marketing cookies: Used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to deliver relevant content.

Third-Party Analytics

We use Google Analytics (GA4), a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our Site in an anonymized form. This data is transmitted to and stored on Google servers. Google may transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your browser's cookie settings. For more information on how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To send you newsletters, promotions, and updates that you have opted in to receive

  • To analyze Site usage and improve our content, functionality, and user experience

  • To understand traffic sources and visitor behavior through aggregated analytics

  • To comply with applicable legal obligations

  • To enforce our Terms of Use and protect our legal rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (EEA, UK, and Switzerland)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or applicable equivalent laws. Our legal bases for processing are:

  • Consent: When you opt in to receive marketing communications or accept non-essential cookies.

  • Legitimate interests: For analytics and Site improvement, where our interests are not overridden by your rights.

  • Legal obligation: Where processing is required to comply with applicable law.

5. Your Rights and Choices

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

All Users

  • Unsubscribe: You may opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.

  • Cookies: You can disable or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality.

California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell

  • Request deletion of their personal information

  • Correct inaccurate personal information

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share personal information)

  • Non-discrimination for exercising their privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10 below. We will respond to verified requests within 45 days as required by law.

EEA, UK, and Swiss Residents (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten")

  • Object to or restrict processing of your data

  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format)

  • Withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

Canadian Residents (PIPEDA / Law 25)

Canadian residents may request access to or correction of their personal information, and may withdraw consent to our use of their information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions, by contacting us directly.

Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, and Other U.S. State Privacy Laws

Residents of states with applicable consumer privacy laws (including Virginia's VCDPA, Colorado's CPA, Connecticut's CTDPA, and Texas's TDPSA) have rights similar to those described for California residents above. Please contact us to submit a request.

6. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our Site and communications (e.g., email service providers, website hosting), strictly for the purposes described in this policy.

  • Analytics partners: Aggregated or anonymized data may be shared with analytics providers such as Google (see Section 2).

  • Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Five Corners Coffee, our users, or the public.

  • Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Specifically:

  • Email subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

  • Analytics data collected via Google Analytics is retained according to Google's data retention settings (typically 14 months for user-level data, or as configured in our GA4 account).

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to take steps to protect your own information online.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

11. International Data Transfers

Our Site is operated in the United States. If you are visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using our Site and providing us with your information, you consent to this transfer. Where required by applicable law (e.g., GDPR), we rely on appropriate safeguards — such as Standard Contractual Clauses — for international data transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Five Corners Coffee
Bankers Hill, San Diego, California
Website: www.fivecornerscoffee.com
Email: hello@fivecornerscoffee.com

This Privacy Policy was prepared for informational purposes. It is recommended that you have this document reviewed by a qualified attorney to ensure it meets the specific legal requirements applicable to your business.