👑Drop a Deuce

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1/29/2026

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Your Privacy Matters

Drop a Deuce is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our bathroom finder service. We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly how your information is handled.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our service:

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address (for email authentication) or Google account information (for OAuth authentication). You also create a username that will be displayed publicly with your reviews. Your real name is not displayed publicly unless you choose to include it in your username.

Review Content

When you submit reviews, we collect the ratings, review text, suggestions for improvement, and any photos you upload. This content is associated with your username and displayed publicly to help other users find quality bathroom facilities.

Location Data

When you use the "Find Bathrooms Near Me" feature, we access your device's location to show nearby facilities. This location data is processed in real-time and is not stored permanently on our servers. Location coordinates of bathroom facilities you review are stored to display them on the map for other users.

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our service, including pages visited, features used, search queries, and the date and time of your visits. This helps us understand usage patterns and improve the platform.

Device Information

We collect information about the device you use to access Drop a Deuce, including device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, and unique device identifiers. This information helps us optimize the service for different devices and detect potential security issues.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Provide and maintain the service - Display bathroom locations, reviews, and ratings to help users find facilities
  • Authenticate users - Verify your identity and manage your account access
  • Display user-generated content - Show your reviews, ratings, and photos to other users under your username
  • Calculate rankings and badges - Track your contributions and award badges based on review activity
  • Improve our service - Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
  • Communicate with you - Send important updates, respond to inquiries, and notify you of changes to our policies
  • Ensure security - Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Comply with legal obligations - Respond to legal requests and prevent illegal activities

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Public Content

Your reviews, ratings, photos, and username are displayed publicly on our platform to help other users. Any content you post should be considered public information.

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, including cloud hosting providers, database services, authentication providers (Google OAuth), mapping services (Google Maps), and storage services (Amazon S3). These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your data.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to legal process.

Business Transfers

If Drop a Deuce is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

  • Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/SSL protocols
  • Secure authentication using industry-standard OAuth 2.0 and JWT tokens
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls limiting who can view or modify your data
  • Secure cloud storage with reputable providers (Amazon S3, TiDB Cloud)

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Update

You can access and update your account information, including your username, through your profile page. You can view all reviews you've submitted and manage your account settings.

Delete Your Account

You may request deletion of your account by contacting us. Upon deletion, your personal information will be removed, though your public reviews may remain anonymized to preserve the integrity of the platform's review system.

Location Permissions

You can control location access through your device or browser settings. Denying location access will prevent the "Find Bathrooms Near Me" feature from working, but you can still use the search and manual map navigation features.

Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our service, particularly authentication and session management.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze how you use our service. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until you delete them). Essential cookies are necessary for authentication and core functionality. Analytics cookies help us understand usage patterns and improve the service.

7. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

  • Google Maps and Places API - Used for displaying maps, geocoding addresses, and searching locations
  • Google OAuth - Used for authentication when you sign in with your Google account
  • Amazon S3 - Used for storing photos you upload with your reviews

When you use these services through our platform, their privacy policies also apply. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they handle your data.

8. Children's Privacy

Drop a Deuce is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or security purposes. Public reviews may be retained in anonymized form to maintain the integrity of the review system.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Drop a Deuce, you consent to the transfer of your information to our servers and service providers wherever they are located. We take steps to ensure that your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending an email to registered users. Your continued use of Drop a Deuce after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us through our support channels. We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns and will respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.

By using Drop a Deuce, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.