Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 21, 2025

Spill ("we," "our," or "us"), operated by Zellon LLC, values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application (the "App"), website (the "Website"), or associated services. By using Spill, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

Account Information: Name and phone number submitted during account creation.
Location Data: With your consent, we collect location data to recommend nearby wineries and track visits to wineries and wine regions.
Content You Provide: Text reviews, tags, wine-specific ratings, photos, and shared "memories" submitted as part of your app experience.

b. Automatically Collected Data

Usage data, device information, and app interactions through tools like Google Analytics and Firebase.
Aggregated information about trends and activities (e.g., popular wineries or wine preferences).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

App Functionality: To provide core features, such as winery recommendations and personalized lists.
User Interaction: To share reviews and lists with friends, if tagged.
Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve the app’s performance and features.
Aggregate Insights: To share non-identifiable trends and insights with wineries.
Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Account Verification via SMS: We use your phone number to send a one-time SMS code to verify your identity during account creation or login. This message is sent only after you provide explicit consent within the app. We do not send recurring or marketing SMS messages.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information in the following contexts:

Third-Party Services: Google Analytics and Firebase for app analytics and backend support.
Aggregate Data: Insights shared with wineries will be anonymized and presented in aggregate form.
Legal Obligations: To comply with lawful requests or protect our rights.

4. Data Retention

We retain user data indefinitely to support app functionality and user experience. If you wish to delete your account and associated data, you may contact support@getspill.app.

5. User Rights

If you are a resident of certain jurisdictions (e.g., European Union, California), you have specific rights regarding your data, including:

Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a portable format.
Opt-Out: Opt-out of data collection practices where applicable.

To exercise these rights, contact us at legal@getspill.app.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

If the App or Website includes cookies, they may be used for analytics, preferences, and security. Consent banners will be provided where legally required.

7. Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8. Parental Controls

Spill is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from minors. Parents or guardians who believe their child has used the app may contact support@getspill.app to request account deletion.

9. International Data Transfers

As a globally available app, your data may be processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, particularly for users in the EU (GDPR compliance).

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted within the App and Website and noted with a new "Effective Date."

11. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries or concerns, please contact us at:

Email: legal@getspill.app
Mailing Address: 3749 Fillmore St., San Francisco, CA 94123

This Privacy Policy ensures transparency in how Spill handles your personal data. By using Spill, you acknowledge and accept this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using the app.

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