Privacy Policy for byobsl.com
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how byobsl.com ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our website.
By accessing or using byobsl.com, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. About byobsl.com
byobsl.com is an informational directory website that lists Bring Your Own Booze (BYOB) restaurants and restaurant-hosted events in Sri Lanka.
- We do not sell, distribute, or promote alcohol.
- We do not provide reservation, ticketing, or payment services.
- All listings are for informational purposes only.
The website is intended for use within Sri Lanka.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
To access event details, users are required to create an account using Google Authentication.
When you sign in using Google, we collect the following information:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your Google profile picture
We do not collect passwords or sensitive authentication credentials.
2.2 Usage & Analytics Data
We use third-party analytics tools to understand how our website is used and to improve performance.
These tools may collect:
- Device and browser information
- Pages visited and interaction patterns
- Approximate location (non-precise)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information solely to:
- Create and manage user accounts
- Provide access to gated event information
- Improve website performance and usability
- Ensure platform security and prevent misuse
We do not:
- Sell user data
- Rent or trade user data
- Share user data with restaurants or other third parties
4. Email Usage
User email addresses are used only for:
- Account-related communication
- Essential platform notifications
We do not use emails for third-party marketing and do not share them with advertisers or partners.
5. Data Storage & Security
All user data is securely stored using Google Cloud services.
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as your account remains active.
When you delete your account through account settings:
- Your personal data is permanently removed from our systems
- Your access to event details is revoked
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
byobsl.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic.
We currently use:
- Google Analytics – for website usage and performance analysis
- Microsoft Clarity – for behavioral analytics and usability insights
These services may set their own cookies in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Users are presented with a cookie consent banner upon visiting the website.
8. Third-Party Services
We rely on trusted third-party services for authentication, hosting, and analytics.
These providers process data only as necessary to perform their services and are subject to their own privacy policies.
We do not authorize any third party to use your personal data for their own marketing purposes.
9. Restaurant Listings
Restaurants listed on byobsl.com do not receive access to:
- User names
- Email addresses
- Profile pictures
All restaurant and event information is publicly provided by the establishments or curated by us for directory purposes.
10. Future Features
We may introduce additional features in the future, such as user chat or messaging.
Any such features will:
- Operate within this Privacy Policy framework
- Be limited to authenticated users
- Not expose personal information to third parties
This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect such changes.
11. User Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Update your account details
- Delete your account and associated data at any time
Account deletion can be performed directly through account settings.
12. Children’s Privacy
byobsl.com is not designed to target children.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age required by applicable local laws.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.
Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the website.