Last updated: May 31, 2026
HoldYourBeer ("the Service") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use the Service (including the website holdyourbeers.com and the mobile application). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
When you register, we collect your email address and display name. If you sign in with Google, we also receive your basic public Google account information (name and email).
Tasting data you voluntarily enter, including: beer brand and name, tasting count, tasting date and time, purchase location, and tasting notes.
Photos you choose to upload, stored on Cloudflare R2 (cloud object storage). Photos are for your personal use only and are not visible to other users.
We use Firebase Analytics and Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage data (such as page views and feature usage frequency) to help us improve the Service. This data cannot be used to identify individuals.
We do not sell, rent, or otherwise provide your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
The Service offers an optional "AI Auto-Detect Brand & Name" feature. When you choose to use this feature, your photo is securely transmitted to the Google Gemini API for image analysis. The result is returned immediately and Google does not permanently store your photo for this purpose. This feature is optional — you may skip it and enter information manually.
| Service | Purpose | Data |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics / Firebase | Anonymous usage analytics | Anonymized behavior data |
| Cloudflare R2 | Photo cloud storage | Photos you upload |
| Google Gemini API | AI photo recognition (optional) | Recognition photo (not retained) |
| Google Sign-In | Third-party login (optional) | Name, email address |
| Firebase Crashlytics | App crash reporting | Anonymized crash logs |
While your account is active: We retain all your data to provide the full features of the Service.
After account deletion: Personal identifiers (email, name) are permanently anonymized after a 7-day grace period. All tasting records, including photos, are permanently and irrecoverably deleted at the same time.
You may request account deletion at any time from the "Account & Security" section in the app or from this website.
What happens when you request deletion:
⚠️ Deletion is permanent and irreversible. Please back up any data you wish to keep before submitting a deletion request.
To request account deletion without using the app, visit: Account Deletion Request Page
This website uses necessary cookies (for login sessions and CSRF protection) and optional analytics cookies (Google Analytics, with your consent). You can manage your cookie preferences using the Cookie Settings banner at the bottom of the site.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us through the "Feedback" feature within the app.
