Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

Whiskey Venues ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Register for an account or claim a venue
  • Fill out a contact form or submit a venue
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or notifications
  • Correspond with us via email or other channels

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Business information (venue name, address, website)
  • Account credentials
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device information (browser type, operating system)
  • IP address and general location data
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent on pages)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process venue claims and submissions
  • Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
  • Comply with legal obligations

Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, email delivery).
  • For Legal Purposes: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
  • With Your Consent: We may share your information with your consent for any other purpose.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your interactions with our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., age verification).
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information.
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the legal drinking age in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us or email us at privacy@whiskeyvenues.com.