Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 3, 2026
Introduction
Go Dockside ("Dockside," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use the Go Dockside mobile application and related services.
By using the Go Dockside app, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Information You Provide
Name
Email address
Profile information
Photos, comments, reviews, messages, or other content you voluntarily submit
Information submitted through contests, promotions, contact forms, or support requests
Information Collected Automatically
When you use the app, we may automatically collect:
Device type and model
Operating system version
App version
Language settings
General location information (when permission is granted)
Usage statistics and analytics
Crash and performance information
Location Information
Go Dockside uses location services to help display nearby restaurants, bars, marinas, events, attractions, and other points of interest.
Location access is optional and can be disabled at any time through your device settings.
If location access is disabled, certain features may not function as intended.
How We Use Information
We use information collected through the app to:
Provide and operate the app
Display nearby businesses, events, and attractions
Improve user experience
Respond to customer service requests
Communicate important updates about the app
Send optional notifications and alerts
Analyze usage trends and app performance
Prevent fraud, abuse, and misuse of the platform
User Generated Content
Any photos, reviews, comments, event submissions, business updates, or other content you voluntarily submit may be displayed publicly within the app.
By submitting content, you grant Dockside permission to display, reproduce, and distribute that content within the app and related promotional materials.
You remain the owner of your content.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate the app, including:
Hosting providers
Analytics providers
Push notification services
App platform providers
These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the information we collect.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
User-submitted content may remain available within the app until removed by Dockside or requested by the user.
Children's Privacy
Go Dockside is not directed toward children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
Third-Party Services
The app may contain links to third-party websites, businesses, social media pages, or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites or services.
Users should review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing personal information.
Your Rights
You may:
Request access to information we maintain about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account information where applicable
Opt out of promotional communications
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any changes will be posted within the app and on our website. Continued use of the app after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact:
Go Dockside
Email: support@godockside.com
Website: https://www.godockside.com
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of Illinois, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising under this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Lake County, Illinois.