Privacy Policy for BeerMates

Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Welcome to BeerMates ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our platform at https://beermates.top and our mobile applications (collectively, the "Service").

BeerMates is a location-based social platform that connects beer enthusiasts for real-world meetups at local bars and breweries. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, profile photo
• Beer Preferences: Favorite beer styles (IPAs, lagers, stouts, sours, etc.), brewery preferences
• Location Data: Real-time and approximate location when you use our matching features (you can control this in your device settings)
• Identity Verification: Selfie photos for liveness detection and age verification (biometric data is processed locally on your device and never uploaded to our servers)
• Payment Information: Payment card details, billing address (processed securely by our third-party payment processor Stripe)
• Communications: Messages sent through our chat feature, customer support inquiries
• Social Content: Ratings and reviews of meetup experiences, reported issues

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information
• Usage Data: Features used, actions taken, time and frequency of activities, interaction with other users
• Location Information: IP address-based location, GPS coordinates when you enable location services
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze service usage

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information to:

• Facilitate Matchmaking: Connect you with nearby users based on availability, location, and beer preferences
• Verify Identity and Safety: Confirm you are a real person aged 21+ and maintain platform safety
• Process Payments: Handle subscription fees and in-app purchases
• Enable Communication: Allow you to chat with matches and receive notifications
• Provide Venue Recommendations: Suggest bars and breweries between you and your matches
• Deliver Exclusive Deals: Share partner venue coupons and promotions
• Improve Our Service: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, and develop new features
• Send Updates: Provide service announcements, security alerts, and promotional communications (you can opt out)
• Ensure Safety and Security: Monitor for fraudulent activity, enforce our Terms of Service, and investigate reports
• Comply with Legal Obligations: Respond to legal requests and prevent harm

3. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information. We share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile (first name, age, photos, beer preferences, approximate location, distance from them) is visible to potential matches. Exact location is never shared.
• With Venue Partners: When you accept a venue suggestion, we share limited info (first name, redemption code) with the partner bar to facilitate coupon redemption
• With Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate the Service (payment processing via Stripe, email delivery via Resend, cloud hosting, analytics, customer support)
• For Safety and Legal Reasons: When required by law, to respond to legal processes, protect our rights, prevent fraud, or ensure user safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you will be notified of any change in ownership)
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information for a specific purpose

4. YOUR PRIVACY CHOICES

You have control over your information:

• Location Services: Enable or disable location sharing through your device settings
• Profile Visibility: Set your availability status and control when you appear to potential matches
• Communications: Opt out of promotional emails through your account settings or email links
• Data Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Data Deletion: Delete your account and associated data at any time through app settings
• Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. When you delete your account:

• Profile data, messages, and matches are permanently deleted within 30 days
• Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or fraud prevention
• Anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics

6. SAFETY AND SECURITY

We take security seriously:

• ID Verification: Selfie liveness checks ensure real people, not bots or fake profiles
• Encrypted Communications: Messages are encrypted in transit
• Location Fuzzing: Your exact location is never revealed; we show approximate distance only
• Secure Payments: Payment data is processed by PCI-compliant providers and never stored on our servers
• Two-Way Ratings: Community-driven accountability through post-meetup reviews
• Blocking and Reporting: Instant tools to block users and report inappropriate behavior

Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Use the Service at your own risk and report any security concerns immediately.

7. AGE RESTRICTIONS

BeerMates is strictly for users aged 21 or older (or legal drinking age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under the legal drinking age. If we learn we have collected data from an underage user, we will delete it immediately. If you believe we have information from someone underage, contact us at bartzalewskidev@gmail.com.

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

BeerMates is based in Poland and initially serves users in Warsaw. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the European Union and United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with GDPR and applicable privacy laws.

9. YOUR RIGHTS (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Object: Opt out of certain data processing activities
• Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at bartzalewskidev@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.

11. CONTACT US

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email: bartzalewskidev@gmail.com
Website: https://beermates.top

For data protection inquiries or to exercise your GDPR rights, please include "Privacy Request" in your email subject line.

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By using BeerMates, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.