Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to WinePath ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using WinePath, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Email address, username, display name, profile photo, and password (encrypted)
  • Wine Tasting Notes: Your wine reviews, ratings, tasting notes, photos, and related content
  • User Content: Comments, likes, follows, and other social interactions
  • Profile Information: Bio, preferences, language settings

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
  • Usage Data: App features used, time spent, interaction patterns
  • Performance Data: Crash reports, error logs (anonymized)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We use Firebase (Google) for authentication and data storage. Firebase may collect additional information as described in their privacy policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Create and manage your account
  • Enable social features (likes, comments, follows)
  • Personalize your experience
  • Send you notifications about your account and app updates
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve our app
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Public Information

When you make a wine tasting note "public," it can be viewed by other users. This includes your username, profile photo, the wine details, your notes, ratings, and photos.

4.2 Service Providers

We use third-party service providers to help us operate our app:

  • Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, file storage
  • Cloud Hosting: App infrastructure and data storage

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encryption of data at rest in Firebase
  • Secure authentication with Firebase Auth
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your account information at any time through the app settings.

6.2 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data by contacting us at privacy@winepath.app

6.3 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app settings. This will permanently delete your account and all associated data.

6.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or adjusting your notification settings in the app.

7. Children's Privacy

WinePath is intended for users 21 years of age and older (18+ in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

12. GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@winepath.app

13. CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: Request information about data collected about you
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell your data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@winepath.app