This privacy policy by the Whiskey and Red Inc (“we,” “our”) has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their ‘Personally Identifiable Information’ (PII) is being used online. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual or information that relates to, describes, is capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or household. Please read our privacy policy carefully to get a clear understanding of how we collect, use, protect, or otherwise handle your Personally Identifiable Information in accordance with our website.
What personal information do we collect from the people that visit our website?
When ordering or registering on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your name, email address, phone number, or other details to help you with your experience.
When do we collect information?
We collect information from you when you subscribe to a newsletter, fill out a form, enter information on our site, or passively as you browse or interact with our site through cookies and tracking technologies.
How do we use your information?
We may use the information we collect from you in the following ways:
- To improve our website in order to better serve you.
- To allow us to better service you in responding to your customer service requests.
- To send periodic emails regarding your order or other products and services.
- To follow up with correspondence (live chat, email, or phone inquiries).
- To analyze website traffic and user interactions to enhance our services.
- To enhance accessibility features through our partnership with accessiBe.
How do we protect your information?
Our website is scanned on a regular basis for security vulnerabilities. Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential. In addition, all sensitive/credit information you supply is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology. We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. All transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.
Do we use ‘cookies’?
Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser (if you allow) that enables the site’s or service provider’s systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information.
We use cookies to:
- Compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions to improve user experience.
- Provide social media features, such as displaying an Instagram feed.
- Utilize Google Analytics to track and analyze website performance.
- Enable accessibility features through accessiBe to enhance user experience for individuals with disabilities.
Managing cookies:
You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some features may be disabled or may not function properly.
Third-party disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your Personally Identifiable Information unless we provide users with advance notice. This does not include website hosting partners and other parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
Third-party links and services
Our website may include third-party services, such as:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website performance. Google Analytics may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and interaction with the site. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- accessiBe: We utilize accessiBe, an automated accessibility solution, to improve website accessibility for individuals with disabilities. accessiBe may collect data related to website usage and interaction to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. You can review their privacy policy at accessiBe’s Privacy Policy.
Opting out:
If you do not want any information to be collected and used by tracking technologies, visit the Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Tool or Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool or contact us directly.
California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)
According to CalOPPA, we agree to the following:
- Users can visit our site anonymously.
- Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our homepage or the first significant page after entering our website.
- Our Privacy Policy link includes the word ‘Privacy’ and can easily be found on the page specified above.
- Users will be notified of any privacy policy changes on our Privacy Policy Page.
- Users can change their personal information by emailing us.
California Residents
California residents may request disclosure of categories of personal information shared with third parties. To request such a notice, please contact us.
How does our site handle Do Not Track signals?
We honor Do Not Track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.
Does our site allow third-party behavioral tracking?
Yes, we allow third-party behavioral tracking through services like Google Analytics.
COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)
We do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.
Fair Information Practices
We will take the following responsive action should a data breach occur:
- Notify users via in-site notification within 7 business days.
CAN-SPAM Act
To be in accordance with CANSPAM, we agree to the following:
- Not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses.
- Identify the message as an advertisement in some reasonable way.
- Include the physical address of our business.
- Monitor third-party email marketing services for compliance.
- Honor opt-out/unsubscribe requests quickly.
- Allow users to unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of each email.
If at any time you would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, follow the instructions at the bottom of each email and we will promptly remove you from ALL correspondence.
Contacting Us
If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us here.
Last Edited on Feb 7, 2025