Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 4, 2026
The American Drive-In Directory ("usdriveins.com", "we", "us") is operated by Detroit Diecast. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to operate this directory:
- Visitor Analytics: Basic visit data including approximate location (city/region), pages visited, and timestamps. This helps us understand how the directory is used and improve the experience.
- User-Submitted Content: When you submit a listing, report an error, claim a theater, or share a memory/photo, we collect the information you voluntarily provide (name, email, photos, captions).
- Location Data: If you use the "Find Theaters Near Me" feature, your browser will ask permission before sharing your location. This data is used only to calculate distances and is not stored on our servers.
- Local Storage: We use your browser's local storage to save preferences (e.g., condensed view toggle) and pending submissions. This data stays on your device.
How We Use Your Information
- To display the drive-in theater directory and provide search/filter functionality
- To show community-submitted photos and memories on theater pages
- To process and review theater listing submissions and error reports
- To understand site traffic and improve the user experience
- To respond to theater owner claims and verification requests
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Open-Meteo: Weather data displayed on theater detail pages
- OpenStreetMap / Leaflet: Interactive maps and map tiles
- Google Fonts: Typography (Bangers, Russo One, Roboto Condensed)
- Font Awesome: Icons used throughout the site
- Archive.org: Ambient audio and video clips for the drive-in speaker feature and vintage collection
Each of these services has its own privacy policy. We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies
This website does not use tracking cookies. We use browser local storage for functional purposes only (saving your view preferences). Third-party services loaded on the site (fonts, map tiles) may set their own cookies per their respective privacy policies.
Photos & User Content
Photos and memories submitted through the guest book are publicly visible on the associated theater's page. By submitting a photo, you confirm you have the right to share it and grant us permission to display it on the site. If you need a photo removed, contact us and we will remove it promptly.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through this site. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You may:
- Request removal of any content you have submitted
- Request information about what data we have associated with your submissions
- Opt out of location tracking by denying browser permission
- Clear local storage in your browser settings at any time
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, contact us at:
Detroit Diecast
detroitdiecast.com
Phone: 248-478-6775
Or use our contact form.