1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly when you:
- Create an account (name, email address, username, password)
- Submit a contact form or advertising inquiry
- Update your profile or brewery listing
We also automatically collect certain information when you use the site, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs. This information is used solely for security monitoring and aggregate analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain your account and access to the database
- Send transactional emails (account verification, password resets)
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Improve the site through aggregate, anonymized usage analytics
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Cookies & Session Data
We use a session cookie to keep you logged in during your visit. This cookie is deleted when you log out or close your browser. We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party analytics cookies.
4. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored on servers located in the United States. We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted passwords (bcrypt), HTTPS encryption in transit, and access controls limiting who can view your data.
No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will remove your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or security purposes.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information via your account settings
- Request deletion of your account and personal data
- Opt out of non-transactional email communications
To exercise any of these rights, contact us.
7. Third-Party Links
The directory contains links to brewery websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Children's Privacy
This site is not directed to children under 21. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 21 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes by email or by posting a notice on the site. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us and we will respond within 5 business days.