DillDrill Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how DillDrill (“DillDrill,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you access or use the DillDrill website, application, and related services (the “Service”).

By using the Service, you acknowledge this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect through:

• the DillDrill website and application;
• location input and search flows;
• report submission flows;
• research-access flows and join flows;
• inquiry, contact, collaboration, and research forms;
• analytics, security, and anti-abuse systems.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

2.1 Information You Provide

• email address, if you submit it;
• messages, inquiries, or collaboration requests;
• user reports, observations, and related content;
• any other information you choose to provide through the Service.

2.2 Location and Input Data

• location coordinates;
• Google Maps links or other map references;
• place names, addresses, or related search inputs;
• search queries and lookup history associated with your use of the Service.

2.3 Usage and Technical Data

• browser type;
• device information;
• IP address or approximate location derived from IP;
• operating system;
• session identifiers;
• cookies and similar technologies;
• pages viewed, actions taken, referral sources, timestamps, and interaction patterns.

2.4 Research-Access Interaction Data

We may collect information related to research-access flows, including:

• whether a user opened, viewed, or completed a join flow;
• selected access options or preferences within that flow;
• timestamps, interaction steps, and related engagement signals;
• temporary eligibility or access state associated with testing or abuse prevention.

3. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

• operate, maintain, and improve the Service;
• process location requests and generate outputs;
• display construction activity and demand-related signals;
• process, review, and moderate user reports;
• manage research-access controls, testing flows, temporary access states, and preview features;
• measure user interest, intent, and interaction patterns relating to join flows and research-access flows;
• communicate about inquiries, updates, or requests;
• analyze usage and improve research quality;
• secure the Service, detect abuse, and enforce our Terms;
• comply with legal obligations;
• protect our rights, users, and infrastructure.

4. Demand and Internal Metrics

Demand, popularity, or similar indicators shown in the Service may be derived from DillDrill user activity, including searches, interactions, or similar internal engagement signals.

These indicators are based on DillDrill data only unless expressly stated otherwise.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies, local storage, pixels, session identifiers, and similar technologies to:

• remember user preferences;
• maintain sessions;
• support language or interface settings;
• analyze usage;
• detect abuse, bots, or fraud;
• improve functionality and reliability;
• manage temporary research-access states and related testing logic.

You may be able to control certain cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain technologies may affect how the Service functions.

6. How We Share Information

We may share information:

• with service providers that help us operate the Service, such as hosting, infrastructure, analytics, security, email, anti-abuse, or mapping-related providers;
• with professional advisors where reasonably necessary;
• with law enforcement, regulators, courts, or other third parties where required by law or where we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to protect rights, safety, or legal compliance;
• in connection with a restructuring, transfer, or reorganization of the project;
• with your consent or at your direction.

We do not publish personal information openly except as necessary for the Service or as described in this Privacy Policy.

7. User Reports and Shared Content

If you submit a report, observation, or other content, DillDrill may use that content to operate, analyze, improve, or display aspects of the Service.

Please do not submit information that you do not want processed or used in connection with the Service.

8. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• operate the Service;
• maintain records;
• investigate misuse;
• enforce our Terms;
• comply with legal obligations;
• resolve disputes.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data, technical needs, security needs, and legal requirements.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Processing

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. By using the Service, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws.

11. Your Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to:

• request access to personal information;
• request correction of inaccurate information;
• request deletion of certain information;
• object to certain processing;
• withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To make a privacy request, contact: dilldrillteam@gmail.com.

We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.

12. Children

The Service is not intended for children under 18. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will review the request.

13. Third-Party Services

The Service may link to or rely on third-party services, including mapping tools, analytics providers, communication platforms, and infrastructure providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties, and your use of those services may be governed by their own policies.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after an update becomes effective constitutes acknowledgment of the revised policy, to the extent permitted by law.

15. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:

DillDrill Privacy Contact
dilldrillteam@gmail.com