Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
Introduction
At Drinkwise, 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 and related services.
By using Drinkwise, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Account information (email address, username)
- Profile information (age, gender, health goals)
- Alcohol consumption data (drinks logged, timestamps, locations)
- Usage analytics and app interaction data
- Device information (device type, operating system, unique identifiers)
Automatically Collected Information
When you use Drinkwise, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Mobile device information (device model, operating system version)
- Location data (if you grant location permissions)
- Usage patterns and feature interactions
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Provide and maintain the Drinkwise app and its features
- Track your alcohol consumption and provide personalized insights
- Generate analytics and progress reports
- Send notifications and reminders (with your consent)
- Improve our services and develop new features
- Process in-app purchases and manage subscriptions
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
In-App Purchases and Subscriptions
Drinkwise offers premium features through in-app purchases and subscriptions. When you make a purchase:
- Payment processing is handled by Apple App Store or Google Play Store
- We do not store your payment card information
- Purchase history is maintained for account management purposes
- Subscription status is synchronized with app store services
- Refunds are processed according to app store policies
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred
- Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- Data encryption in transit and at rest
- Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Employee training on data protection practices
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Account Deletion: Delete your account and associated data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@jhobbie.com.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Specifically:
- Account information is retained while your account is active
- Consumption data is retained to provide historical insights and analytics
- Usage data is typically retained for up to 2 years for analytics purposes
- Legal and compliance data is retained as required by applicable laws
Children's Privacy
Drinkwise is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you of significant changes through the app or via email
- Post the updated policy on our website and in the app
Your continued use of Drinkwise after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@jhobbie.com
Subject: Privacy Policy Inquiry - Drinkwise App
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.