GutBrew® Privacy & Disclaimer Policy
These policies apply to GutBrew.com (and related pages) and explain how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, request product information, or sign up for updates.
Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to check if you use it. You can view Gravatar’s privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/
Once your comment is approved, your profile picture (if linked to Gravatar) may be publicly visible alongside your comment.
Media
Visitors cannot upload media directly to this site.
All photos, logos, and product images on the GutBrew® website are brand property and may not be reused without written permission.
Contact & Newsletter Forms
When you fill out a form on our site (for wholesale requests, product inquiries, or newsletter signups), we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Business/organization (if provided)
- Message contents
This information is used only to respond to your request or send updates you have opted into. You may unsubscribe from newsletters at any time.
We do not sell or share this data with third parties.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience and analyze site performance.
- If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience.
- We do not currently offer customer login accounts, so no login cookies are stored.
- By continuing to use this site, you consent to our cookie practices. You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other site directly. These third-party sites may collect data and use tracking. We do not control how they handle your data, so please review their privacy policies.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, trade, or rent your data.
Comments and messages may be checked through automated spam detection services.
We may disclose information only if required by law.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments: retained indefinitely.
- Contact form submissions: kept only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter signups: kept until you unsubscribe or request removal.
Your Rights Over Your Data
You may request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You may also request that we erase your personal data, except for information we are legally required to keep (e.g., food safety records, tax compliance).
Food & Product Disclaimer
GutBrew® kombucha is brewed to remain non-alcoholic (<0.5% ABV) in compliance with federal and state guidelines. Nutritional values are approximate and based on standardized testing.
Our beverages are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician if you have health concerns or dietary restrictions.
Where Your Data Is Sent
- Comments and forms may be processed by spam detection services.
- Newsletter signups may be processed by our email marketing provider.
- We do not sell, trade, or share your information with third parties.