Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 18th, 2025

Welcome to the website of The Berczy Tavern (“we”, “our”, “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you visit our website [insert domain] and interact with us, including through email and SMS marketing.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our site, make a reservation, sign up for offers, or otherwise interact with us, we may collect:

  • Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, phone number, email address, reservation details, and other information you provide.

  • Marketing Preferences: Your opt-in status for email and/or SMS marketing

  • Usage Data: Website usage through cookies or analytics tools (e.g., pages visited, time spent, device used).

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Process reservations or orders

  • Send confirmations and service-related messages

  • Send promotional messages via email and/or SMS (only with your consent)

  • Improve our website and marketing efforts

3. Consent for Email and SMS Marketing

We comply with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and telecom carrier guidelines for SMS marketing. This means:

  • Email: You will only receive marketing emails if you have given express or implied consent.

  • SMS: You will receive SMS marketing only if you explicitly opt in (e.g., checking a box or submitting a form with your phone number and clear consent).

By opting in to SMS marketing:

  • You agree to receive automated promotional texts from us to the number provided.

  • Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply.

  • You can opt out anytime by replying STOP to any message.

  • For help, reply HELP or contact us at [insert email or phone number].

We maintain records of consent as required by Canadian telecom carriers and PIPEDA.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your information. We may share it with trusted partners or platforms (e.g., OpenTable, Mailchimp, Squarespace, Meta) only as needed to fulfill services or marketing communications you’ve opted into.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access or correct your personal information

  • Withdraw consent at any time for email or SMS marketing

  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal and contractual obligations)

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [insert contact email].

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our site may use cookies or similar technologies to analyze website traffic and enhance user experience. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Storage and Security

Your data may be stored on servers in Canada or the United States via platforms like Squarespace, Mailchimp, or other third parties. We implement safeguards to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Services

This site may link to or integrate with third-party services such as reservation systems or delivery partners. Please review their respective privacy policies before sharing information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:

The Berczy Tavern
69 Front St. E. Toronto, Ontario, M5E1B5

berczy@theberczy.com