1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing Coffee Journal (coffeejournal.co.za), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
2. Use of the Site
Coffee Journal is a community platform for specialty-coffee enthusiasts. You may browse freely. To log brews, submit glossary terms, or vote on roasters, you need a free account.
3. User Accounts
- You must provide accurate information when creating an account.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password.
- We reserve the right to suspend accounts that violate these terms or are used for spam.
4. Community Contributions
Content you submit (glossary terms, brew notes, votes) becomes part of the community knowledge base. You retain ownership of your contributions but grant Coffee Journal a non-exclusive licence to display and distribute them on the site.
5. Cookies & Analytics
Coffee Journal uses essential cookies for authentication and optional analytics cookies to understand how the site is used. You can manage preferences via the cookie banner. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
6. Intellectual Property
All original content, design, and code on Coffee Journal is the property of Bibi Burness unless otherwise stated. Roaster logos and product images belong to their respective owners.
7. Disclaimer
Coffee Journal is provided "as is" without warranty. Grind settings, brew parameters, and roaster information are offered as guidance — results may vary. We are not liable for any damages arising from use of the site.
8. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
9. Changes
We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.
10. Contact
Questions? Email [email protected].