Terms of service

**Terms of Service for Gaygle.org**

Effective Date: November 5, 2026
Last Updated: November 5, 2026

Gaygle
Bob Hope Dr, Ste
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Website: https://gaygle.org
Contact: Privacy@gaygle.co

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of https://gaygle.org, the Gaygle ME, and related photo and video sharing features (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

Please also read our Privacy Policy at https://gaygle.org/privacy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

**1. What Gaygle Is**

Gaygle operates https://gaygle.org as a discovery platform that curates and links users to vetted third-party advertisers, lifestyle brands, and community resources, and provides photo and video sharing features.

Gaygle DOES NOT collect payments, process transactions, or fulfill orders. All purchases occur on third-party advertiser websites and are governed by that advertiser's terms and privacy policy.

Gaygle may earn a commission when you make a purchase on an advertiser's site after clicking from Gaygle. See Section 9 for Affiliate Disclosure.

**2. Eligibility - 13+ Only**

The Service is for users 13 years of age or older only.

By using the Service, you confirm that:
- You are at least 13 years old
- You will complete any 13+ confirmation presented before entering media sharing or subscribing with email
- If you are under 18, you have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use the Service

We do not knowingly allow users under 13. We do not allow photos of minors on photo share. If you believe a child has provided data or photos, contact Privacy@gaygle.co immediately and we will delete it.

We may suspend or terminate accounts that do not meet eligibility requirements.

**3. Your Account**

To use photo/video sharing, commenting, and other community features, you may create an account with:
- Email
- Username
- Password (stored hashed)
- Display name

You agree to:
- Provide accurate information
- Keep your password secure and not share your account
- Use a strong password and avoid posting location or identifying info in public photos
- Notify us promptly if you believe your account has been compromised

You are responsible for all activity under your account. We may require email verification to confirm your account or to process privacy and safety requests.

You may delete your account at any time via account settings or by emailing Privacy@gaygle.co with subject "Privacy Request." Upon deletion, we will delete your profile and photos within 30 days, except where law requires retention, as described in our Privacy Policy.

**4. Photo and Video Sharing & User Content**

a) Your Content

When you use GAYGLE ME, you may voluntarily upload photos, videos, captions, comments, and likes ("User Content").

Your photos are public to other Gaygle ME users by default within the community feed.

You retain ownership of your User Content. By posting it, you grant Gaygle a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and moderate your User Content solely to operate, promote, and improve the Service. This license ends when you delete your content or account, subject to Section 4(d).

b) Your Responsibility For Content

You are solely responsible for your User Content.

You agree NOT to upload, post, or share content that contains:
- Explicit nudity
- Minors, or any content sexualizing minors
- Non-consensual intimate images
- ID documents
- Other people's sensitive information without their consent
- Other people's LGBTQ+ identity without their consent — outing others is prohibited
- HIV status or other sensitive health data of others
- Content that is illegal, harassing, hateful, threatening, defamatory, or that violates another person's privacy or rights

Do not include other people in photos or videos without their consent. Do not upload IDs, HIV status, or sensitive data of others.

c) Moderation

We use human moderation + user reporting to enforce these Terms.

You can report objectionable content via the in-app Report button or by emailing Privacy@gaygle.co with subject "Content Report." We aim to act within 24 hours for safety reports.

We may, at our discretion:
- Blur or remove content that violates these Terms
- Warn, restrict, suspend, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
- Remove content that is reported as non-consensual, unsafe, or illegal

d) Deleting Your Content

You can delete your images at any time via account settings or by emailing Privacy@gaygle.co.

Deleted content is removed from the public feed. Copies may remain in backups for a limited period as required for security, legal compliance, or fraud prevention.

**5. Community Conduct**

You agree to use the Service respectfully and lawfully. You will not:
- Harass, bully, threaten, or target other users
- Out another person or disclose their sexual orientation, gender identity, or other sensitive information without consent
- Impersonate another person or create a fake account
- Spam, scrape, or use automated tools to collect user data
- Attempt to bypass moderation, blocking, or safety features
- Upload malware or attempt to disrupt the Service
- Use the Service for any illegal activity

We may block, restrict, or terminate users who violate this section.

**6. Third-Party Advertisers, Links, and Purchases**

When you click a product, brand, or advertiser link, you are redirected to that advertiser's website. At that point, the advertiser's terms and privacy policy apply.

Gaygle does not control, endorse, or guarantee third-party products, prices, shipping, returns, or customer service. Gaygle is not a party to any transaction between you and an advertiser.

We may share that a click occurred for affiliate attribution, but not your Gaygle account data, unless you create an account on the advertiser's site.

Any issues with a purchase must be resolved directly with the advertiser.

**7. Push Notifications and Communications**

If you opt-in to push notifications, we may send you notifications about new drops and community updates via Median.co technology.

You may opt-out at any time via your device settings or account settings.

By contacting Privacy@gaygle.co, you consent to receive a reply to your inquiry.

**8. Cookies and Tracking**

We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and remember preferences, and limited analytics cookies to understand discovery trends (what categories are popular).

You may opt out from cookies via your browser settings. We do NOT use cross-site tracking for advertising.

Advertiser sites you click to may use their own cookies subject to their policies.

**9. Affiliate Links Disclosure**

Gaygle may earn a commission when you make a purchase on an advertiser's site after clicking from Gaygle. This is done via affiliate cookies placed by the advertiser or affiliate network, not by us. The advertiser's site controls those cookies.

Affiliate status does not affect product price. You can disable cookies in your browser.

**10. Intellectual Property**

The Gaygle name, logo, website design, curated listings, and Service content (excluding User Content) are owned by Gaygle and protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Gaygle content without our written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use of the Service.

If you believe content on Gaygle infringes your copyright or other rights, email Privacy@gaygle.co with details of the content and your claim.

**11. Privacy and Sensitive Information**

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting sensitive information. Our Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and your rights under CCPA/CPRA.

Key points:
- We do NOT require you to disclose your sexual orientation, gender identity, pronouns, or HIV status to use Gaygle
- We do NOT sell or share Sensitive Personal Information
- We do NOT use Sensitive Personal Information to infer characteristics about you
- If you voluntarily share photos or content that reveals identity, that content is treated as User Content and you control it. You can delete it at any time
- We do NOT collect payment card numbers, bank info, or transaction data
- We do NOT collect precise location unless you explicitly grant permission (for future features)
- We do NOT collect biometric data

**12. Termination**

You may stop using the Service and delete your account at any time.

We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms, engage in abusive or unsafe behavior, or if required by law.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ends. Sections that by their nature should survive (Intellectual Property, Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification) will survive.

**13. Disclaimers**

The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis, without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Gaygle does not guarantee:
- That the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
- That listings, brands, or advertiser content will always be accurate or available
- That any third-party product or service will meet your expectations

No system is 100% secure. You use the Service at your own risk.

**14. Limitation of Liability**

To the fullest extent permitted by California law, Gaygle will not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service or any third-party purchase.

Gaygle's total liability for any claim related to the Service will not exceed $100 or the amount you paid to Gaygle (which is $0, as Gaygle does not charge for the Service), whichever is greater, to the extent permitted by law.

Nothing in this section limits rights that cannot be limited under California law.

**15. Indemnification**

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Gaygle, its owners, and service providers from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your User Content, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any law or third-party rights.

**16. Changes to These Terms**

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will post the new version at https://gaygle.org/terms with a new Effective Date.

Material changes will be notified via the Site or email to your account email. Your continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

**17. Governing Law**

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in California, and you consent to jurisdiction there.

**18. Contact Us**

Gaygle
Bob Hope Dr, Ste
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Website: https://gaygle.org
Privacy Email: Privacy@gaygle.co

For Privacy Rights, Report Abuse, or Content Removal: Email Privacy@gaygle.co with subject "Privacy Request" or "Content Report." We respond within 24 hours for safety reports and within 45 days for privacy rights