Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25 March 2026
Beans Tech Ltd ("Beans", "we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and share information about you when you use beans.tech and our services.We are the data controller for the purposes of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our contact address for data protection matters is hello@beans.tech.
1. Who This Policy Applies To
This policy applies to all users of the Beans platform, including:Community event hosts who sign up to receive brand sponsorshipBrand representatives who use Beans to discover and sponsor community eventsVisitors to beans.tech
2. What Data We Collect2.1 Data you provide directly
Name
Email address
Location (city or region, to match hosts with relevant local brands)
Organisation or community name
Event details submitted via sign-up forms or your account
2.2 Data collected automatically
Pages visited and time spent on the siteDevice type, browser, and operating systemIP address and approximate location derived from itReferral source (how you found us)
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Create and manage your account
Match hosts with suitable brand sponsors
Send you updates, match notifications, and relevant communications
Improve the platform and understand how it is used
Comply with our legal obligations
Our lawful basis for processing is:
Contract — to deliver the service you have signed up for
Legitimate interests — to improve and grow the platform
Consent — for marketing emails (you can withdraw consent at any time)
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party tools that may process your data:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google may transfer data to the US under Standard Contractual Clauses. You can opt out via your browser settings or the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Mailchimp
We use Mailchimp (operated by Intuit Inc.) to manage our mailing list and send email communications. Data shared with Mailchimp is limited to your name and email address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
Meta (Facebook) Pixel
We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to show relevant ads. This involves Meta receiving data about your visit to beans.tech. You can manage your ad preferences via your Meta account settings.
Webflow
Our website is hosted on Webflow. Webflow processes technical data (including IP addresses) as part of hosting our site. Please refer to Webflow's privacy policy for details.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you close your account or withdraw consent, we will delete or anonymise your data within 30 days, unless we are required to retain it by law.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:Access the personal data we hold about youCorrect inaccurate dataRequest deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")Restrict or object to how we process your dataData portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable formatWithdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consentTo exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@beans.tech. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the site and for analytics and advertising purposes. When you first visit beans.tech, you will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies. You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through your browser settings.
8. International Transfers
Some of our third-party providers (including Google and Meta) may transfer data outside the UK. Where this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK International Data Transfer Agreements or Standard Contractual Clauses.
9. Children
Beans is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us at hello@beans.tech and we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes by email. The date at the top of this document will always reflect the most recent revision.
11. Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk, or by calling 0303 123 1113.
12. Contact UsFor any privacy-related queries, please contact:
Email: hello@beans.tech
Company: Beans Tech Ltd
Website: beans.tech
Beans Tech Ltd ("Beans", "we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and share information about you when you use beans.tech and our services.We are the data controller for the purposes of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our contact address for data protection matters is hello@beans.tech.
1. Who This Policy Applies To
This policy applies to all users of the Beans platform, including:Community event hosts who sign up to receive brand sponsorshipBrand representatives who use Beans to discover and sponsor community eventsVisitors to beans.tech
2. What Data We Collect2.1 Data you provide directly
Name
Email address
Location (city or region, to match hosts with relevant local brands)
Organisation or community name
Event details submitted via sign-up forms or your account
2.2 Data collected automatically
Pages visited and time spent on the siteDevice type, browser, and operating systemIP address and approximate location derived from itReferral source (how you found us)
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Create and manage your account
Match hosts with suitable brand sponsors
Send you updates, match notifications, and relevant communications
Improve the platform and understand how it is used
Comply with our legal obligations
Our lawful basis for processing is:
Contract — to deliver the service you have signed up for
Legitimate interests — to improve and grow the platform
Consent — for marketing emails (you can withdraw consent at any time)
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party tools that may process your data:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google may transfer data to the US under Standard Contractual Clauses. You can opt out via your browser settings or the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Mailchimp
We use Mailchimp (operated by Intuit Inc.) to manage our mailing list and send email communications. Data shared with Mailchimp is limited to your name and email address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
Meta (Facebook) Pixel
We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to show relevant ads. This involves Meta receiving data about your visit to beans.tech. You can manage your ad preferences via your Meta account settings.
Webflow
Our website is hosted on Webflow. Webflow processes technical data (including IP addresses) as part of hosting our site. Please refer to Webflow's privacy policy for details.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you close your account or withdraw consent, we will delete or anonymise your data within 30 days, unless we are required to retain it by law.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:Access the personal data we hold about youCorrect inaccurate dataRequest deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")Restrict or object to how we process your dataData portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable formatWithdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consentTo exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@beans.tech. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the site and for analytics and advertising purposes. When you first visit beans.tech, you will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies. You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through your browser settings.
8. International Transfers
Some of our third-party providers (including Google and Meta) may transfer data outside the UK. Where this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK International Data Transfer Agreements or Standard Contractual Clauses.
9. Children
Beans is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us at hello@beans.tech and we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes by email. The date at the top of this document will always reflect the most recent revision.
11. Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk, or by calling 0303 123 1113.
12. Contact UsFor any privacy-related queries, please contact:
Email: hello@beans.tech
Company: Beans Tech Ltd
Website: beans.tech