SDCTI Privacy Policy
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Last Updated: November 25, 2025
San Diego Coffee Training Institute (“SDCTI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register for classes, engage with our membership program, or interact with us in any other way.
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1. Information We Collect
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We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing information, and any details you provide when registering for classes, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us.
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Payment Information: Processed securely through third-party payment providers; SDCTI does not store full credit card numbers.
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Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device data, and usage analytics via cookies or website tools.
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Optional Information: Feedback, survey responses, or preferences you choose to share.
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2. How We Use Your Information
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We use your information to:
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Register you for courses and manage your membership.
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Process payments and send transactional confirmations.
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Communicate updates about classes, events, or promotions.
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Improve our website, curriculum, and user experience.
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Maintain internal records and comply with legal obligations.
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3. How We Share Information
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We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only with:
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Third-party service providers that help operate our website, process payments, or manage email communications.
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Legal authorities, if required to comply with law, regulation, or protect our rights.
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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
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Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve functionality and understand user behavior. You may adjust your browser settings to limit or disable cookies, though this may impact your experience.
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5. Data Security
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We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
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6. Your Choices and Rights
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You may:
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Opt out of marketing emails at any time.
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Request to update, correct, or delete your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
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Contact us with privacy-related questions.
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7. Children's Privacy
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SDCTI does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16. If we learn that we have inadvertently done so, we will delete the information promptly.
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8. Changes to This Policy
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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
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9. Contact Us
For questions or requests related to privacy, contact us at:
info@sdcti.org
San Diego Coffee Training Institute