🍞 Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect only what's needed to make the Directory and community function well.

a. Information You Provide

You may share information when you:

• Create a member account or bakery listing
• Submit a contact form
• Join our newsletter
• Post in The Bakers' Table community

This may include:

• Name and email address
• Bakery name and location
• Photos, menu details, and links
• Social media handles or website URLs
• Optional business or cottage food license details
• Any messages or content you post publicly

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse the site, we automatically collect:

• Device type and browser
• Pages visited and time spent
• General location (city/state)
• Referring website (if you came from a link)

We use standard cookies and analytics tools to understand traffic and improve your experience.

c. Payment Information

If you choose a paid membership, your payment is processed by a secure third-party provider (such as Stripe). We do not store your full payment information on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Publish and maintain your bakery listing
• Personalize your member dashboard and directory results
• Send important account updates and renewal reminders
• Share occasional newsletters or product announcements (opt-out anytime)
• Moderate and improve the community forum
• Understand how the site is being used to improve performance and design

We will never sell or rent your personal information.

3. How We Protect Your Data

We use secure hosting, SSL encryption, and reputable service providers. Access to member data is limited to authorized administrators. We regularly review our systems to maintain security best practices.

However, no website or online platform can guarantee absolute security. You use the site at your own discretion.

4. Public Listings and Community Posts

Information you share in a public bakery listing or community post is visible to others. Please avoid posting private information you wouldn't want shared publicly.

You may edit or remove your listing or posts at any time from your account.

5. Cookies and Tracking

MicroBakeryDirectory.com uses cookies to:

• Keep you signed in
• Remember preferences (like search filters)
• Measure traffic through analytics tools

You can adjust cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may limit some site features.

6. Email and Communications

We send two main types of emails:

• Transactional emails — about your account, listings, or renewals.
• Community or newsletter updates — occasional stories, new features, or tips.

You can unsubscribe from non-essential emails anytime through the unsubscribe link or by contacting us at microbakerydirectory.com/contact.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account and listing information while your membership is active.

If you delete your account or cancel membership, we will remove your personal information from public view and delete it from our systems within a reasonable timeframe, except as required for legal or accounting purposes.

8. Children's Privacy

Our site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from anyone under 18 years old.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our site may include links to other bakers' sites, resources, or social media accounts. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Opt out of newsletters or communications
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at microbakerydirectory.com/contact.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect new features or legal requirements. When we make changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the site means you accept the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out through our contact page:
👉 microbakerydirectory.com/contact