Last updated: 7 October 2025

At Be Lifestyle Café, your privacy matters to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or make a purchase on www.belifestylecafe.com.

We’re committed to keeping your data safe, secure, and transparent at all times — in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Irish Data Protection laws.

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1. Who We Are

Be Lifestyle Café (“Be.”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is an Irish lifestyle and coffee brand based in Limerick, Ireland.
We create, roast, and sell premium coffee, lifestyle products, and merchandise both online and in person.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
📧 becoffeesocial@gmail.com

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2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data that helps us process your orders, improve our services, and provide a seamless customer experience.
This may include:

• Personal details: name, address, email, and phone number

• Payment information: billing address and transaction details (processed securely via our payment partners — we do not store full card details)

• Account information: if you create an account on our website

• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device, and usage data collected through cookies

• Communication preferences: when you sign up for our newsletter or contact us directly

We only collect information necessary to fulfil your order or respond to your inquiries.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and deliver your orders

• Manage payments, refunds, and customer support

• Send order confirmations and updates

• Improve our website, services, and user experience

• Send marketing emails (only if you have opted in)

• Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, accounting, or fraud prevention)

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Contractual necessity — to fulfil an order or service you’ve requested

• Legitimate interest — to improve our website and marketing efforts

• Legal obligation — to comply with Irish and EU regulations

• Consent — when you opt in to receive newsletters or promotional content

You may withdraw consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly.

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5. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for — such as processing your order, complying with legal obligations, or resolving disputes.
Once data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

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6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We only share it with trusted third-party providers who help us operate our business, such as:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

• Shipping and delivery partners

• Email marketing tools (only if you’ve opted in)

These third parties are required to comply with GDPR and handle your data securely.

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7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience.
Cookies help us understand website performance, preferences, and traffic patterns.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when they’re used; however, disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience.

For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

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8. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access a copy of your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

• Request data portability

To exercise your rights, please email us at becoffeesocial@gmail.com.
We’ll respond within 30 days as required by law.

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9. Data Security

We use appropriate security measures — including encryption, secure servers, and SSL technology — to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
While no online system is 100% secure, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

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10. External Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in regulations, technology, or our business practices.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of our site means you accept any updates.

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Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your data, please contact us:

📧 becoffeesocial@gmail.com
🌐 www.belifestylecafe.com
🏠 Limerick, Ireland