Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Affiliate Disclosure

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 17, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Guided Wino ("we," "our," "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website www.guidedwino.com ("Website"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined here, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, and any other information you provide when subscribing to our newsletter, filling out a contact form, or making inquiries.

  • Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifiable information such as your browser type, IP address, operating system, and browsing habits through cookies and similar technologies.

  • Affiliate Links: As an affiliate marketing website, we include links to third-party products and services. When you click on these links, the third-party sites may collect information about you. We do not control these third-party sites, and their privacy practices are not covered by this policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate our Website, respond to inquiries, and improve our content and services.

  • Marketing: If you opt-in to receive our newsletter, we may send you emails about promotions, products, and services we think may be of interest to you. You can unsubscribe at any time.

  • Affiliate Marketing: We may earn a commission from affiliate links. We do not have access to personal information collected by these third parties.

  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track your activity on our Website. Cookies help us understand how you interact with our content, enhance your experience, and deliver relevant advertising.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website and delivering services.

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains affiliate links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Opt-out of marketing communications.

  • Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to certain legal obligations).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at using our contact form.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us by using our contact form.

Terms of Service

Effective Date: August 17, 2024

Welcome to Guided Wino ("we," "us," "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at www.guidedwino.com (the "Website"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Website, you accept and agree to comply with these Terms. We reserve the right to modify, alter, or update these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes means you accept those changes.

2. Affiliate Disclosure

Our Website participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may receive commissions on purchases made through links on our Website. The compensation received may influence the content, topics, or posts made on this site. However, we only recommend products or services that we believe will add value to our users.

3. Use of the Website

  • Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old.

  • Content: The content provided on the Website is for informational purposes only. We make no guarantees about the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on the Website.

  • Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:

    • Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.

    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion or feature of the Website.

    • Use any device, software, or routine that interferes with the proper working of the Website.

4. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Websites

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or opinions expressed on such websites. The inclusion of any links does not imply our endorsement of the third-party website. You access any third-party websites at your own risk.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is our property or the property of our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the content without our express written permission.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation or availability of the Website or the information, content, or materials included on the Website. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

7. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall we be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the Website or from any content or services obtained through the Website. This limitation of liability applies to all damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangibles.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Guided Wino, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all claims, losses, liabilities, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or relating to your use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.

9. Termination

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to the Website, without notice, for any reason, including without limitation, breach of these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [State/Country], without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Indiana.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us on our contact form.

By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Affiliate Disclosure

At Guided Wino, we believe in transparency and building trust with our readers. To that end, we want to disclose that some of the links on our website are affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.

Our participation in affiliate programs helps support the content creation on this site. However, our opinions and recommendations are always our own, and we only promote products and services that we genuinely believe will benefit our audience.

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