Terms of Service
The rules for using Phantom Ales. Please read these before using the site.
Welcome to Phantom Ales. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of phantomales.com and related services (collectively, the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Eligibility and age requirements
The Site contains content about alcoholic beverages. You must be of legal drinking age in your jurisdiction (21 years or older in the United States) to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
If you are under the legal drinking age, please leave the Site immediately. We do not knowingly direct content to or collect information from individuals under the legal drinking age.
2. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any manner that violates applicable law or regulation
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or related systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation or security
- Scrape, harvest, or copy content from the Site without written permission
- Use automated tools (bots, spiders, etc.) without authorization
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Use the Site to harass, abuse, or harm others
3. Content on the Site
Informational purpose
Content on the Site, including producer profiles, editorial coverage, data, and recommendations, is provided for informational and entertainment purposes. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, but we do not guarantee that information is complete, current, or error-free. You should verify important details (such as hours, addresses, and product availability) directly with producers before relying on them.
Not professional advice
Content on the Site is not professional, medical, legal, or financial advice. If you have questions about health effects of alcohol consumption or specific dietary needs, please consult a qualified professional.
Our intellectual property
The Site, including its design, original editorial content, logos, and trademarks, is owned by Phantom Ales and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may view and share Site content for personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our written permission.
Producer information
Information about individual producers (names, locations, products, hours, etc.) is compiled from public sources, direct research, and producer websites. Producer names, logos, and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. Our use of this information for directory purposes does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with any producer.
4. Third-party links and content
The Site contains links to external websites operated by producers, retailers, news sources, and other third parties. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. Your use of third-party websites is subject to their own terms and privacy policies.
5. Affiliate links and advertising
Some links on the Site are affiliate links. When you click and make a purchase through these links, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. We also display third-party advertising (including through Google AdSense). Advertising and affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content. See our Affiliate Disclosure and Privacy Policy for more information.
6. User accounts and submissions
If you create an account or submit content (such as comments, tips, corrections, or producer submissions), you agree that:
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display submissions you send us
- Submissions must be accurate and not violate any third-party rights
- We reserve the right to remove or edit submissions at our discretion
7. Disclaimers
THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.
Information on the Site is subject to change. Hours of operation, product availability, pricing, and business status can change without notice. Always verify directly with producers before visiting or making purchases.
8. Responsible consumption
Phantom Ales covers alcoholic beverages as an industry and cultural subject. Nothing on the Site is intended to encourage excessive or irresponsible consumption. Please drink responsibly, know your limits, and comply with all applicable laws. Never drink and drive.
If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol use, resources are available. In the United States, you can contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information.
9. Limitation of liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PHANTOM ALES AND ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, AND AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ITS CONTENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Phantom Ales, its owners, operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or violation of any third-party rights.
11. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, for any reason including violation of these Terms. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification) will continue to apply.
12. Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Orange County, California for any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site.
13. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, for significant changes, provide prominent notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
14. Contact
Questions about these Terms? Contact us at legal@phantomales.com or via our contact page.