Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 9, 2026

1. Introduction

Maltland ("we", "us", or "our") operates the Maltland mobile application and website (the "Service"), a neutral community platform for whisky enthusiasts to share tasting notes, reviews, photos, event information, and educational content. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and disclose it, your choices, and how to contact us. By using the Service you agree to the collection and use of information described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Account information: name, email address, username, password, profile photo, date of birth if provided.
  • User content: tasting notes, reviews, ratings, photos, comments, event listings, and other content you post.
  • Photos and photo metadata: images you upload and any metadata you choose to include (for example captions or tags).
  • Communications: support requests, feedback, and other messages you send to us.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and technical data: device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, IP address, app version, crash reports, and performance data.
  • Usage and analytics: pages/screens visited, features used, session length, interaction events, and search queries.
  • Location data: approximate location inferred from IP address; precise location only if you grant permission.
  • Photo metadata (EXIF) extracted from uploaded images: device make/model, camera settings, timestamp, GPS coordinates and other embedded metadata, when present in the image file.

Information From Third Parties

  • Social login data: if you sign in with a third-party account (for example Apple, Google, Facebook), we may receive your name, email, and profile picture.
  • Service providers: information from analytics providers, hosting providers, and other vendors that help operate the Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for the following purposes:

  • Provide and operate the Service: create and manage accounts, enable community features, and deliver the Service.
  • Personalize the experience: recommend content, groups, and events based on your preferences and activity.
  • Communicate with you: send account notices, respond to support requests, and deliver service-related messages.
  • Improve and secure the Service: analyze usage, fix bugs, detect and prevent fraud, and enforce our Terms of Service.
  • Legal and compliance: comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.

Legal bases for processing (where applicable) include your consent, performance of a contract, legitimate interests (for example service improvement and fraud prevention), and legal obligations.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We may share personal information with:

  • Service providers who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, customer support).
  • Legal authorities when required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.
  • Business transfers in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets; we will notify users of material changes.
  • Public content you post (for example reviews and tasting notes) will be visible to other users and may be publicly accessible.

We do not sell your personal information for money. If our practices change, we will provide notice and opt-out options where required.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our partners use cookies, SDKs, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your activity and device for analytics, personalization, and (where applicable) advertising. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser or device settings and, where provided, in-app controls.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including:

  • Access: request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: request deletion of personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
  • Portability: request a machine-readable copy of your data.
  • Restriction or objection: restrict or object to certain processing, including direct marketing.
  • Opt-out of marketing: unsubscribe from promotional emails via the link in messages or by contacting us.
  • Do Not Sell or Share: where applicable, opt out of sale or sharing of personal information.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details in the Contact Us section. We may require verification before fulfilling requests and will respond within applicable legal timeframes.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary to provide the Service, fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When data is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

8. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal data. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security. If a data breach affecting your personal information occurs, we will follow applicable breach-notification laws and notify you as required.

9. Children

The Service is not intended for children below the minimum age required by local law to access alcohol-related content. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children below that age. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

10. International Transfers

Maltland operates globally. Personal data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. When we transfer data across borders, we use appropriate safeguards required by law to protect your information.

11. Third-Party Links and Integrations

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or integrations. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will post the updated policy with a new Last updated date and, where appropriate, provide additional notice (for example in-app notification or email). Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Language and Interpretation

This Privacy Policy may be made available in multiple languages. In the event of any inconsistency or conflict between the English version and any translated version, the English version shall govern and control.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us:

Maltland

Email: [email protected]