Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 19, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Backyard Drunkard (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website backyarddrunkard.com (the “Site”) and use our services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. This policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our Site globally.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username and email address
Profile Information: Optional profile details you choose to provide
Comments and Content: Comments, reviews, and other content you submit
Contact Information: When you contact us via email or forms
Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address for newsletter sign-ups

Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, click-through rates, and browsing patterns
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies

Third-Party Information

Social Media: If you connect through social media platforms, we may receive publicly available information from your profile
Analytics Partners: Aggregated data from our analytics providers

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

Core Website Functions

Providing and maintaining our content and services
Processing and managing user accounts
Enabling comments and community features
Personalizing your experience and content recommendations

Communications

Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
Responding to your inquiries and support requests
Notifying you about important changes to our services

Analytics and Improvement

Analyzing site usage and performance
Understanding user preferences and behavior
Improving our content, features, and user experience
Conducting research and analytics

Legal and Security

Protecting against fraud, abuse, and security threats
Complying with legal obligations
Enforcing our Terms of Service
Resolving disputes

Legal Basis for Processing

As an India-based service operating internationally, we process your data based on:

Under Indian Law

Consent: Explicit consent for data collection and processing activities
Legal Obligation: Compliance with Indian laws including IT Act 2000, IT Rules 2011, and Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023
Contract Performance: To fulfill our obligations under Terms of Service
Legitimate Purpose: For business operations, security, and service improvement as defined under Indian data protection framework

For International Users

GDPR Compliance: For EU/UK users, we also comply with legitimate interests, consent, and contract performance under GDPR
Local Laws: We respect the legal basis requirements of your jurisdiction where applicable

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising and content personalization

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

We use services like Google Analytics, which may set their own cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Share Information With:

Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, email services, and other technical providers (with appropriate data processing agreements)
Business Partners: With your consent for specific collaborations
Legal Requirements: When required by Indian courts, law enforcement, or regulatory authorities, or by applicable international legal obligations
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale (with appropriate notice)
Government Authorities: As required under Indian laws including IT Act 2000 and other applicable regulations

We Do Not:

Sell your personal information to third parties
Share your information for others’ direct marketing without consent
Use your data in ways inconsistent with this policy

Data Security

We implement reasonable security practices and procedures as required under the Indian IT Rules 2011, including:

Secure server infrastructure and encryption
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Access controls and authentication requirements
Employee training on data protection practices
Secure data centers and hosting infrastructure
Incident response and data breach notification procedures
Compliance with Indian cybersecurity frameworks

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. While we implement industry-standard security measures and comply with Indian security requirements, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information in compliance with Indian data protection laws and international standards:

As long as your account is active
As needed to provide services
As required by Indian laws including IT Act 2000 and tax regulations
For legitimate business purposes including security and fraud prevention
As mandated by regulatory authorities

Account information is typically deleted within 30 days of account closure, unless retention is required for legal or regulatory compliance under Indian law.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Given our mature content themes, we recommend parental guidance for users under 18.

International Data Transfers

As an India-based service serving international users, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including within India. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities
Adequacy decisions by data protection authorities
Cross-border data transfer agreements compliant with Indian IT Rules
Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms
Appropriate technical and organizational measures

For users outside India, we ensure that data transfers comply with both Indian law and your local data protection requirements.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will:

Post the updated policy on our Site
Update the “Last Updated” date

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Common Third-Party Services We Use:

Google Analytics for website analytics
Social media plugins and sharing buttons
Comment systems and community features
Email newsletter services

Age Verification and Mature Content

Given our content includes mature themes related to horror, gaming, and cultural topics:

Users must be 13 or older to create accounts
We may implement age verification for certain content
Parental guidance is recommended for users under 18

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, concerns, or requests:

Email: backyarddrunkard@gmail.com

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. All disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.

Regional Compliance

India (Primary Jurisdiction)

As an India-based website, we comply with:

Information Technology Act, 2000
Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

European Union/United Kingdom

We comply with GDPR and UK GDPR requirements. Our lawful basis for processing and your rights are detailed above.

California

We comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). California residents have specific rights detailed in the “Your Rights and Choices” section.

Canada

We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) where applicable.

Other Jurisdictions

We strive to comply with applicable data protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate. If you have specific questions about compliance in your region, please contact us.

Consent and Withdrawal

Where we rely on consent for processing:

Consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous
You can withdraw consent at any time
Withdrawal doesn’t affect lawfulness of prior processing
You can manage consent through account settings or by contacting us

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with Indian data protection laws (primary jurisdiction) and international privacy standards including GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws. As an India-based service, we operate under Indian legal framework while respecting international user rights.

Document Version: 2.0
Jurisdiction: Republic of India
Compliance: Information Technology Act, 2000 | Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 | GDPR | CCPA