Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 29 June 2026
Your Privacy Matters
At Occasional Drinker, we believe trust is built through transparency. That applies not only to our editorial content but also to how we collect, use and protect your information.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it and the choices you have regarding your personal data.
By using OccasionalDrinker.com, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Occasional Drinker is an independent editorial platform dedicated to helping people make informed decisions about alcoholic beverages through educational content, product information, comparisons and responsible drinking resources.
We are not a retailer, marketplace or alcohol delivery platform.
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at: info@occassionaldrinker.com
Information We Collect
Depending on how you use our website, we may collect the following types of information.
Information You Provide
This may include information you voluntarily submit through:
- Contact forms
- Partnership enquiries
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Feedback forms
- Survey responses
- Business enquiries
The information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Company name
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any message or information you choose to share
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Approximate location (city or country)
- Website interactions
This information helps us improve the website and understand how visitors use our content.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how our website is used.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember your preferences
- Measure website traffic
- Improve performance
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Maintain website security
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Information
We use information only for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Responding to your enquiries
- Improving our website and content
- Sending newsletters (only if you subscribe)
- Understanding visitor behaviour
- Monitoring website performance
- Preventing misuse and fraud
- Communicating regarding partnerships or collaborations
We do not use your personal information to make automated decisions that significantly affect you.
Analytics
We may use analytics services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Google Search Console
- Leadfeeder
These services help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
They collect aggregated usage information and do not identify you personally.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we may occasionally send:
- New articles
- Educational content
- Platform updates
- Partnership announcements
- Important policy updates
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.
Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy.
We do not sell, rent or trade your personal information.
We may share limited information only when necessary with trusted service providers that help us operate our website, such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Email service providers
- Customer support tools
These providers are required to protect your information.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, including alcohol brands, retailers, government resources and other publications.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
While we work to keep your information secure, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Meet legal obligations
- Improve our services
- Resolve disputes
- Maintain business records
Information that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised where appropriate.
Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent where applicable
- Object to certain processing activities
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: info@occassionaldrinker.com
Children's Privacy
Occasional Drinker is intended only for individuals who are of legal drinking age in their respective state or union territory.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If you believe a minor has provided personal information through our website, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
International Visitors
Our website is operated from India.
If you access the website from another country, your information may be processed and stored in India in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, legal requirements or business practices.
The latest version will always be available on this page, along with the date it was last updated.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us.
Email: info@occassionaldrinker.com
Responsible Drinking
Occasional Drinker promotes informed and responsible alcohol consumption.
Our content is intended only for adults of legal drinking age. We encourage moderation and respect every individual's choice, including choosing not to drink.