Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 24, 2026

1. Introduction

Barrels & Bushells Ontario ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: When you register, we collect your name and email address.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, including wineries viewed, favorites saved, and trip planning activity.
  • Location Data: With your permission, we access your device location to show nearby wineries and provide route guidance.
  • Transaction Data: When you make a purchase (e.g., premium subscription), payment is processed through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card details.
  • User-Generated Content: Reviews and ratings you submit for wineries.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain the app's core functionality
  • Personalize your experience (favorites, trip planning)
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Improve our services based on usage patterns
  • Communicate with you about your account or transactions

4. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Base44, our backend platform. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Stripe: For payment processing. Stripe's privacy policy applies to payment data.
  • Base44: Our backend infrastructure provider.
  • Google Maps / OpenStreetMap: For map displays and route information.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

7. Account & Data Deletion

You can delete your account and all associated personal data at any time:

  • In the app: open Settings and choose Delete My Account. Your account, favourites, trip plans, reviews and notes are permanently removed immediately.
  • By email: if you can no longer sign in, email us at support@barrelsandbushelsglobal.com from the address linked to your account and we will delete your account and data within 30 days.

Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Ratings and reviews you submitted anonymously may be retained for statistical purposes.

8. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the legal drinking age in Ontario (19 years). We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 19. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. 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 Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

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

Barrels & Bushells Ontario
Email: support@barrelsandbushelsglobal.com