Last updated: November 28, 2024
Our website address is: https://www.crystalbeesupply.com
Understanding Our Online Presence
Welcome to Crystal Bee Supply, your online hive for beekeeping knowledge and resources. Our website is located at https://www.crystalbeesupply.com, where we provide information and foster community connections around all things beekeeping.
What Happens When You Leave Comments
The Data We Collect from Comments
When you share a comment on our site, we collect the information you provide in the comment form, your IP address, and your browser’s user agent details. This helps us keep spam under control and maintain a productive environment.
Gravatar and Your Profile Picture
If you use Gravatar, an anonymized string (or hash) created from your email may be sent to them to check if your profile is active. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at this link. Once approved, your profile picture will appear alongside your comment for the world to see.
Guidelines for Uploaded Media
Best Practices for Images
If you upload images to Crystal Bee Supply, steer clear of files with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Such data could be downloaded by visitors, exposing your exact whereabouts. Protect your privacy by ensuring that metadata is removed before sharing visuals.
How We Use Cookies
Cookies for Commenting
If you leave a comment, you have the option to save your name, email, and website in cookies. These small files are stored for your convenience and save you the hassle of re-entering details on future visits. Cookies related to comments last for one year.
Cookies for Logging In
Visiting our login page triggers a temporary cookie to determine whether your browser accepts them. This cookie doesn’t store personal data and disappears when you close your browser.
After logging in, several cookies come into play:
- Login cookies last for two days unless you choose “Remember Me,” which extends their life to two weeks.
- Screen options cookies, which save your display preferences, stick around for one year.
- Logging out removes login cookies immediately.
Editing or publishing articles adds another cookie to your browser. This one identifies the article ID and expires after one day.
Embedded Content and External Sources
How Embedded Content Works
Our articles sometimes include embedded content, such as videos or articles from other websites. Interacting with these elements is the same as visiting the source directly. These third-party sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your activity if you’re logged into their platform.
How We Handle and Share Your Data
When We Share Information
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the email sent to you. Beyond this, we keep your data secure and private.
Retention Period for Your Data
Comments and User Profiles
When you leave a comment, we retain it and its associated metadata indefinitely. This approach allows us to recognize you and streamline the approval process for future comments.
For users who register on our site, the personal information provided is stored in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete your details anytime, except for your username. Administrators also have access to this information to assist with site management.
Your Data Rights
Exporting or Deleting Your Data
If you’ve created an account or left comments on Crystal Bee Supply, you can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you. Additionally, you can ask us to erase your information, except for data we are required to keep for legal, administrative, or security purposes.
Where Your Data Goes
Spam Detection Measures
Visitor comments may be processed through an automated spam detection service. This ensures a clean and welcoming environment for everyone.
By buzzing through our website, you’re helping us create a thriving community while staying informed about how your data is used and protected.