Privacy Policy

1. Overview

BreweryFinder.ca ("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 visit breweryfinder.ca (the "Site") or use our services. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account registration details (name, email address, password)
• Profile information you choose to add
• Reviews, ratings, and comments you submit
• Contact form submissions
• Brewery claim and listing information submitted by owners

Information Collected Automatically

• Browser type, operating system, and device information
• IP address and general location (city/region level)
• Pages visited, time spent, and clickstream data
• Referring URLs and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and services
• Create and manage your user account
• Send you transactional emails (account confirmation, password reset)
• Send our newsletter if you opt in (you can unsubscribe at any time)
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Monitor usage patterns to improve the user experience
• Serve relevant advertising to visitors
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms of Service
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account
• Remember your preferences (e.g., saved breweries)
• Analyze Site traffic via analytics tools
• Serve and measure advertising

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. We use Supabase for authentication (session cookies) and may use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics.

5. Advertising

BreweryFinder.ca is supported by advertising. We work with advertising partners who may use cookies and tracking pixels to serve targeted ads based on your browsing history. These third-party ad networks operate under their own privacy policies. You may opt out of interest-based advertising through the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC) at youradchoices.ca.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating our Site (e.g., Supabase for database and authentication, Resend for email delivery)
• Advertising Partners: Aggregated, anonymized usage data to measure ad performance
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government authority
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active, or as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. You may request deletion of your account and data by contacting us at privacy@breweryfinder.ca.

8. Your Rights (PIPEDA)

Under Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Withdraw consent for non-essential data processing
• Request deletion of your personal information
• File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@breweryfinder.ca.

9. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, secure authentication via Supabase, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

BreweryFinder.ca is not directed to individuals under the age of 19 (or the legal drinking age in their province). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

12. Contact

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