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Tipsy – Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: May 6, 2025

Welcome to Tipsy, a mobile app developed and solely owned by David Harrell. By installing, accessing, or using Tipsy, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to all of these terms, please do not use the app. These Terms govern your use of the Tipsy application, which lets users track alcoholic drinks, earn badges, make public posts and profiles, search for drinks, and view drink statistics and general information.

1. Eligibility (Age Requirement)

You must be of legal drinking age in your jurisdiction to use Tipsy (for example, at least 21 years old in the United States). If you are under the legal drinking age, you are not permitted to use the app. We do not verify your age, so by using Tipsy, you represent and warrant that you meet the age requirement. Please use the app responsibly and in compliance with local laws and regulations regarding alcohol.

2. Account Registration & Profiles

Tipsy requires creating a user account with a unique username. You will provide basic profile information such as a display name, first and last name, and a profile photo.

Public Content: All user profiles and posts are public by default. Any content you add (including your profile and timeline posts) can be viewed by other users. You are solely responsible for the accuracy and appropriateness of the information you share. Do not share personal data that you do not want to be public. You agree that we may display your username, name, and profile image as part of the Tipsy service.

3. User-Generated Content

Tipsy is a social platform where users create and share content. "User Content" includes everything you post – such as drink logs, tasting notes, photos, comments, badges, usernames, and profile details. You retain ownership of the intellectual property in your User Content.

Responsibility: You are solely responsible and liable for all User Content you submit or post on Tipsy. If you choose to make User Content public, you do so at your own risk, and Tipsy disclaims any liability for how others may use or interpret that content. You should back up any important content yourself; Tipsy does not guarantee to keep a copy.

License to Tipsy: By uploading, posting, or otherwise submitting User Content to Tipsy, you grant Tipsy a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, perform, and display such User Content within the app and for its app-related purposes. In other words, we may display or incorporate your posts, images, notes, and other content in the app. You still own your content, and Tipsy will only share personal user information (like your real name or email) in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Content Guidelines – Prohibited Content: When using Tipsy, you agree not to post any content that is unlawful, infringing, harmful, or offensive. This includes (but is not limited to) content that is abusive, defamatory, harassing, hateful, obscene, pornographic, or that violates anyone's privacy or intellectual property rights. You may not post content that promotes illegal activities (such as sales of alcohol to minors or unlicensed products), contains malicious code or spam, or infringes on copyrights or trademarks. Tipsy has zero tolerance for content involving minors or illegal behavior.

4. Content Moderation

Tipsy does not pre-screen all content, but we reserve the right to remove, screen, or edit any User Content at any time and for any reason. We may delete or disable access to material that violates these Terms or our community guidelines. For example, if a user submits something inappropriate, false, or illegal, we can remove it. We also reserve the right to suspend or terminate the accounts of users who violate these Terms. In short, if you violate the rules above, we may ban you from using Tipsy.

5. Data Storage & Analytics

Tipsy uses third-party services for data management. Specifically, we use Google's Firebase platform to store user data and images (such as your posts, photos, and app settings), and we use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage metrics (like how often features are used) to improve the app. By using Tipsy, you consent to this data storage and processing by Firebase and Google in accordance with their terms. For details on how your data is handled, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

6. In-App Purchases

Tipsy is free to download and use, but we offer optional premium features through in-app purchases (for example, advanced statistics or special badges). Any purchases are charged to your app store account (Apple App Store, Google Play Store, etc.). All fees are non-refundable and are subject to the terms of the store. If you purchase a subscription or one-time item, you will continue to have access to paid features until that period ends; cancellation or expiration will result in loss of those premium features. Tipsy is not responsible for any issues relating to billing – please contact the app store if you have purchase questions.

7. Notifications

Tipsy may send you push notifications, in-app alerts, or emails related to your activity (such as likes, comments, badges earned, or app updates). You agree to receive these communications. You can disable or customize notifications at any time through your device or account settings.

8. Use of the App

Tipsy grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to download, install, and use the app on your mobile devices. You may use the app only for your personal, non-commercial purposes, in accordance with these Terms. You may not copy, modify, reverse engineer, or distribute the app. Tipsy's software and content (except User Content) are protected by copyright and other laws. We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you.

9. Disclaimers (No Warranties)

Tipsy is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the app will be error-free, uninterrupted, or secure. We make no representations about the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any content (including drink information) in Tipsy. Any use of Tipsy is at your own risk. Tipsy disclaims all implied warranties, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. For example, we do not promise that drink ratings or descriptions are accurate or suitable for your needs.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tipsy (and its owner) will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the app. This includes any lost profits, loss of data, or damages arising from reliance on Tipsy's content, even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages. In no event will our liability exceed any fees you have paid to us in the 90 days before a claim. You agree that no advice or information obtained by you from Tipsy will create any warranty not expressly stated in these Terms.

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your Tipsy account, or access to any part of the app, at our sole discretion, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the app and any associated services will immediately cease. You may also stop using Tipsy at any time.

12. Changes to the Service or Terms

Tipsy may modify the app or these Terms at any time. If we make material changes to the Terms, we will update the "Last Updated" date above and may provide notice through the app or email. Your continued use of Tipsy after any changes to the Terms will constitute your acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Tipsy regarding the app and supersede any prior agreements. If any part of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

By using Tipsy, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions, including the license provisions for User Content. If you have any questions about these Terms, please refer to our contact information in the app or visit our website.

Contact Information:
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at tipsyapphelp@gmail.com