Drybaby, Inc. Terms of Use Agreement
Last Updated: October 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Drybaby, Inc. (“Drybaby,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our social networking application, which facilitates alcohol-free socializing through features such as messaging, personal profiles, image sharing, group chats, and third-party or user-hosted event postings (collectively, the “Service”), accessible through our mobile application, website, or other platforms we provide (collectively, the “Platform”). This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Service, whether you are a registered user or a visitor.
By using the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must not use the Service. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and changes will be effective upon posting to the Platform. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Drybaby is not a dating service but fosters alcohol-free socializing, and users may form personal connections at their discretion.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information about you in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you use the Service, including:
- Account Information: When you create an account, you may provide your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender, profile photo, username, and other optional details such as interests or bio for your user profile.
- Content You Share: Information contained in messages, group chats, photos or videos, or event postings you create or upload to the Platform.
- Event Participation: Information related to third-party or user-hosted events you post, RSVP to, or indicate interest in attending, such as event preferences, RSVPs, or comments.
- Communications: Information you provide when you contact us, such as through customer support inquiries, feedback forms, or surveys.
- Payment Information: If we introduce a subscription service or paid features in the future, we may collect payment details (e.g., credit card information) through third-party payment processors (e.g., Apple, Google, or Stripe). We do not store payment information directly.
b. Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service, including:
- Usage Data: Information about your interactions with the Service, such as pages visited, features used (e.g., messaging, group chats, or event browsing), time spent on the Platform, clickstream data, and search queries.
- Device Information: Details about your device, including IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, unique device identifiers, and device settings (e.g., language or time zone).
- Location Information: With your consent, we may collect precise or approximate location data (e.g., GPS, IP-based location, or Wi-Fi data) to provide location-based features, such as suggesting nearby alcohol-free events or connecting you with local group chats.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, deliver personalized content, and improve accessibility. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.
c. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:
- Third-Party Event Organizers: Information related to your participation in events posted on the Platform, if provided by event organizers (e.g., attendance confirmation or feedback).
- Social Media Platforms: If you choose to link your Drybaby account with a social media account (e.g., for login or profile integration), we may receive information such as your name, profile picture, email address, or friends list, subject to the social media platform’s privacy policies.
- Analytics and Advertising Partners: Data from third-party analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or advertising networks to improve the Service or deliver targeted advertisements.
- Other Users: Information provided by other users, such as reports of misconduct or content shared in group chats or event postings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to provide, improve, and promote the Service, including:
- Operating the Service: To create and manage your account, facilitate messaging and group chats, display your profile, enable participation in third-party or user-hosted events, and provide customer support.
- Personalization: To tailor content, such as recommending alcohol-free events, group chats, or connections based on your interests, location, or usage patterns.
- Communication: To send you updates, notifications (e.g., event RSVPs or group chat activity), or responses to your inquiries, including push notifications (with your consent).
- Analytics and Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, troubleshoot issues, enhance the functionality, improve accessibility, and optimize the user experience of the Service.
- Advertising: To deliver targeted advertisements, either directly or through third-party partners, based on your interests, behavior, or location on the Platform.
- Safety and Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or violations of our Terms of Use or Community Guidelines, monitor for inappropriate content, and protect the safety of our users.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or legal requests, such as responding to subpoenas or law enforcement inquiries.
- Research: To conduct internal research or develop new features, using anonymized or aggregated data where possible.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Other Users: Your profile information (e.g., username, profile photo, bio), messages, group chat contributions, and event postings may be visible to other users as part of the Service’s functionality. For example, your profile may be displayed in group chats, event RSVPs, or public event listings.
- With Service Providers: We share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Service, such as hosting providers, payment processors, analytics providers, accessibility consultants, or customer support platforms. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
- With Third-Party Event Organizers: If you RSVP to or post about a third-party or user-hosted event, we may share relevant information (e.g., your username, RSVP status, or event comments) with the event organizer to facilitate your participation.
- With Affiliates and Partners: We may share information with our affiliates or business partners for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy, such as joint marketing, analytics, or event promotion.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests (e.g., subpoenas, court orders, or law enforcement inquiries), or protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
- In Business Transfers: If Drybaby, Inc. is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law and notification to you where required.
- With Your Consent: We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent, such as participating in a promotional campaign.
We do not sell your personal information as defined by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), but we may share it with third parties for advertising or analytics purposes, as described above.
5. Your Choices and Rights
You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information, depending on your jurisdiction:
- Access and Update: You can access and update your account information (e.g., profile details, preferences) through the Platform’s settings.
- Opt-Out of Marketing: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or by contacting us at team@drybaby.co. You may still receive transactional or service-related communications (e.g., account verification or event notifications).
- Location Data: You can disable location services through your device settings or the Platform’s settings, though this may limit features like event recommendations or local group chats.
- Cookies: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or the Platform’s cookie consent tool, though disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.
- Account Deletion: You may delete your account at any time by using the platform settings (Profile/Settings/Delete) or by making a request at team@drybaby.co. We will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or operational purposes (e.g., fraud prevention or record-keeping).
- Push Notifications: You can disable push notifications through your device settings or the Platform’s settings.
a. Residents of All U.S. States
As Drybaby operates across all U.S. states, you may have additional rights under state-specific privacy laws, such as those in California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or Utah. These may include rights to access, delete, or opt out of certain data sharing. To exercise these rights, contact us at team@drybaby.co, and we will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
b. California Residents (CCPA Rights)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights:
- Right to Know: You may request details about the personal information we collect, use, disclose, or share about you, including categories of information, sources, and recipients.
- Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to exceptions (e.g., legal obligations or fraud prevention).
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: If we share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising (as defined by the CCPA/CPRA), you may opt out of such sharing. Note: We do not currently sell personal information, but we may share it for targeted advertising.
- Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at team@drybaby.co or Drybaby, Inc., 228 Park Avenue South, PMB 875323, New York, NY 10003-1502 US. We will respond within 45 days, with a possible 45-day extension, as permitted by law. You may authorize an agent to submit requests on your behalf, provided we can verify the agent’s authority.
c. EU, EEA, UK, and Switzerland Residents (GDPR and Similar Rights)
If you are a resident of the European Union, European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or equivalent laws:
- Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances (e.g., when no longer necessary).
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data in specific situations (e.g., while verifying data accuracy).
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing or profiling for targeted advertising.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time where processing is based on consent (e.g., for location data or marketing).
To exercise these rights, contact us at team@drybaby.co or Drybaby, Inc., 123 Main Street, Suite 100, New York, NY 10001. We will respond within one month, unless an extension is permitted by law. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office (UK) or a national data protection authority (EU/EEA).
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or comply with legal obligations. For example:
- Account information is retained until you delete your account or we terminate it in accordance with our Terms of Use.
- Content you post (e.g., messages, event postings, or group chat contributions) may be retained as long as it remains relevant to the Service’s functionality.
- Usage logs and analytics data may be retained in anonymized or aggregated form for analytics, research, or accessibility improvements.
- Legal or regulatory records (e.g., payment or fraud prevention data) may be retained for the period required by applicable law (e.g., tax or consumer protection regulations).
When your information is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it, unless required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or operational purposes.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Access controls to limit data access to authorized personnel only.
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address risks.
- Secure data storage with reputable cloud service providers.
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials, using secure devices, and promptly reporting any suspected security breaches to team@drybaby.co.
8. International Data Transfers
Drybaby, Inc. is headquartered in New York City, and your personal information may be processed or stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to countries with different data protection laws. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable laws, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses for EU/EEA/UK/Switzerland residents to ensure adequate protection.
- Adequacy decisions where applicable (e.g., for countries recognized as providing equivalent data protection).
- Binding corporate rules or other safeguards for transfers to our affiliates or service providers.
If you have concerns about international data transfers, contact our Data Protection Officer at team@drybaby.co.
9. Children’s Privacy
The Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it within 30 days, unless required to retain it for legal purposes. If you believe a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at team@drybaby.co. Drybaby does not allow any minors in photos or videos. Any photo or video including a minor will be removed.
We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws. Parents or guardians may contact us to review or delete their child’s information.
10. Accessibility
Drybaby is committed to ensuring the Service is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. We may collect accessibility-related data (e.g., device settings or preferences) to improve usability. If you encounter accessibility barriers, contact us at team@drybaby.co., and we will work to address your needs.
11. Third-Party Links and Services
The Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or events (e.g., third-party or user-hosted alcohol-free events). We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services or event organizers you interact with through the Platform. Your participation in third-party or user-hosted events is at your own risk.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
- Email: team@drybaby.co
- Mail: Drybaby, Inc., 228 Park Avenue South, PMB 875323, New York, NY 10003-1502 US.
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at team@drybaby.co.
13. Special State and Country Disclosures
a. Residents of All U.S. States
Drybaby operates across all U.S. states and territories. In addition to the rights outlined in Section 5, you may have additional protections under state-specific privacy laws, such as the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), or Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA). Contact us at support@drybaby.co to exercise your rights or learn more about applicable state laws.
b. California Residents
In addition to the CCPA/CPRA rights outlined in Section 5, California residents are entitled to the following notice under California Civil Code Section 1789.3: The Service is provided by Drybaby, Inc. If you have a question or complaint, contact us at team@drybaby.co or Drybaby, Inc., 228 Park Avenue South, PMB 875323, New York, NY 10003-1502 US. The Complaint Assistance Unit of the California Department of Consumer Affairs may be contacted at 1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N 112, Sacramento, CA 95834, or by telephone at (800) 952-5210.
c. EU, EEA, UK, and Switzerland Residents
For residents of these jurisdictions, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: For location data, marketing communications, certain cookies, or optional profile integrations.
- Contract: To provide the Service as outlined in our Terms of Use (e.g., account creation, messaging, or event participation).
- Legitimate Interests: For analytics, fraud prevention, accessibility improvements, or improving the Service, where such interests do not override your rights.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or legal requests (e.g., tax or consumer protection regulations).
You may lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office (UK) or a national data protection authority (EU/EEA).
d. New York Residents
As Drybaby, Inc. is headquartered in New York, residents may have additional protections under state law. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact the New York State Attorney General’s Consumer Frauds and Protection Bureau at 120 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10271, or by telephone at (800) 771-7755.
