Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 24, 2026
At Sip Advisor, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, rate a wine, or use our AI Advisor. This may include:
- Contact Information: Email address for account identification and communication.
- Personal Preferences: Palate preferences, wine ratings, and tasting notes.
- User-Generated Content: Photos of wine labels you scan and interactions with the AI Advisor.
- Device Information: Basic usage data, operating system version, and mobile identifiers to improve app performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
- Personalize your wine recommendations and AI sommelier experience.
- Communicate with you about updates, features, and support.
- Ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We only share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We share data with third-party service providers (like Google Firebase) who perform services on our behalf, such as cloud hosting, authentication, and database management.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, we may disclose information to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
4. Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to delete your account or any of your personal data, you can do so through the app settings or by contacting us at contact@sipadvisor.app.
Once a deletion request is received, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, unless we are required to retain certain data for legal or security reasons.
5. Children's Privacy
Sip Advisor is intended for users who are at least 18 years old (or the legal drinking age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including encryption in transit and at rest (via Firebase), to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: contact@sipadvisor.app