Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

At Bendt Distilling Co. and Ethel Janes - Bendt Whiskey Kitchen (collectively, "we," "us," or "our"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our websites (bendtdistillingco.com and etheljanes.com) or interact with our mobile messaging services.

1. Age Requirement

Our services are intended for individuals who are of legal drinking age (21 years of age or older). We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 21. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from someone under the legal drinking age, we will delete that information immediately.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that identifies you ("Personal Information") when you voluntarily provide it to us. This includes:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.

  • Transaction Information: Details about purchases made through our website or at our distillery.

  • Mobile Information: Phone numbers and consent records provided for SMS or MMS marketing.

3. SMS and MMS Privacy

We take your mobile privacy seriously. If you opt-in to receive text messages from us (including SMS and MMS), the following terms apply:

  • Consent: We only send mobile messages to users who have provided express written consent. Consent to receive marketing texts is not a condition of purchase.

  • Information Use: We use your mobile number solely to send you the updates, promotions, and alerts you requested.

  • Privacy Guarantee: Mobile information (including your phone number and opt-in data) will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

  • Opt-Out: You may opt-out of mobile communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. You may also reply HELP for more information.

4. No Sale of Customer Information

Bendt Distilling Co. does not sell, rent, or lease our customer lists or personal information to third parties. We do not trade your data for monetary or other valuable consideration. Your information stays with us.

5. How We Share Information

We only share your information with trusted service providers (such as payment processors, shipping companies, or email/SMS platform providers) who assist us in operating our business. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and are prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety and rights of Bendt Distilling Co., our customers, or the public.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their privacy statements before providing personal information.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

9. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Bendt Distilling Co. / Ethel Janes 225 S. Charles Street Lewisville, TX 75057 Email: info@bendtdistillingco.com

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