Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 7th, 2025

Ohio Wines (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our mobile application handles information, including location access. By using the app, you agree to the practices described below.

📍 Information We Collect

The only data we collect from users is their device location. We use your location solely for the following purposes:

  • To show wineries nearby
  • To allow check-ins at participating wineries or locations
❎ We Do NOT Collect Any Other Personal Data

We do not collect, request, or store:

  • Names
  • Email addresses
  • Phone numbers
  • Payment information
  • Contacts
  • Photos or media
  • Advertising identifiers
💾 We Do Not Store Location Data

Your location is used in real time only for the features listed above. We do not store any user location data on our servers, devices, or logs.

🔄 How Location Data Is Used

Your location may be sent temporarily to our system to:

  • Display nearby wineries
  • Confirm your presence during a check-in

This data is processed immediately and is not saved, retained, or linked to you.

🚫 No Sharing or Selling of Data

We do not and will never:

  • Sell your data
  • Share your data with third parties
  • Use your data for advertising
  • Track you across other apps or websites
🔐 Security

Although location data is not stored, we use encrypted secure communication (HTTPS) to protect data in transit.

🧒 Children’s Privacy

Our app is intended for adult users, as it provides information about wineries and alcoholic beverages. It is not intended for children under the legal drinking age in your region.

We do not knowingly collect any personal information from minors.

🌎 Permissions

The app will request permission to use your location. You may choose to:

  • Allow location only while using the app
  • Allow location always
  • Deny location access

If permission is denied, some features may not function (such as check-ins and nearby winery search).

🔄 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

📬 Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the app’s data practices, you can reach us at:

Email:mriley@studiomg.com
Developer/Company: Studio MG