Privacy policy

Last updated: January 26^th, 2026

1. Introduction
Ilya Zabolotnov ("operator", "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit WineMarkets.co (the "Service") and our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, and disclosing that information.

2. Information We Collect
We collect only the absolute minimum information necessary to provide our Service:

• Email Address: Collected during registration for authentication and communication purposes.
• Password: We do not store your actual password. We store a cryptographic hash of your password using industry-standard hashing algorithms (PBKDF2 or similar) to verify your identity. If you were registered via your Google account, neither a password nor a hash is stored as the authentication in this case is performed by Google.
• Usage Data: We may automatically collect information about how you access and use the Service (e.g., timestamps and IP addresses) for security and analytics purposes.

2.1 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use "cookies" (small data files placed on your device) strictly for authentication and security purposes. We do not use cookies for advertising or third-party tracking.

• Essential Cookies: We use session cookies to keep you logged in as you navigate the Service and to protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.
• Refusing Cookies: You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies; however, if you do not accept these strictly necessary cookies, you will not be able to log in or use the Service.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information strictly to:

• Provide and maintain the Service.
• Manage your account and authentication.
• Notify you about changes to our Service.
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions.

4. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information:

• To comply with any court order, law, or legal process.
• To enforce our Terms and Conditions.
• If we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Operator or others.

5. Business Transfers
If the Operator is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (such as the transfer of this Service to a Limited Liability Company), your Personal Data may be transferred. By providing your information, you consent to this transfer to the new legal entity.

6. Data Security
We have implemented measures designed to secure your personal information from accidental loss and from unauthorized access. However, the transmission of information via the Internet is not completely secure. Although we do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your personal information transmitted to our Service.

7. Contact Information
To ask questions or comment about this privacy policy and our privacy practices, contact us at info@winemarkets.co.