Last updated: June 10, 2026
Hyphenation Events LLC, doing business as The Sip Society (“The Sip Society DC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to thesipsocietydc.com and any related services we provide.
1. Who We Are
The Sip Society is the trade name of Hyphenation Events LLC, a Maryland limited liability company. We are a luxury dry-hire mobile bartending company serving the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 856-534-6143
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
2. Information We Collect
Information you give us directly
When you request a quote, email us, or book our services, we collect:
- Name, email address, and phone number
- Event date, time, guest count, event type, and venue or city
- Service preferences, add-ons, and any details you share about your event
- How you heard about us
- Payment information, collected and processed by our payment processor (we do not store full card numbers)
- Signed contracts and related documents
Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Device and browser type, operating system, and IP address
- Pages visited, time spent, referring site, and general location (city/region level)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information from third parties
If you interact with us through Instagram or another social platform, we may receive basic profile information that platform shares with us according to its own settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to quote requests and prepare proposals
- Communicate about your event, send contracts, and coordinate logistics
- Process payments and deposits
- Send occasional updates, availability announcements, or marketing (you can opt out at any time)
- Send transactional SMS messages to customers who have opted in (see Section 4)
- Improve our website, services, and customer experience
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
4. SMS / Text Messaging
If you submit a quote request through our website and check the SMS consent box on the quote form, you are opting in to receive text messages from Hyphenation Events LLC (The Sip Society DC) at the mobile number you provide.
What we collect: Your mobile phone number and SMS opt-in consent status.
How we use it: We send transactional SMS messages only, including quote follow-ups, booking confirmations, event reminders, and service-related updates. We do not send unsolicited promotional messages.
Sharing: We do not sell or share your mobile phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your number may be shared with our SMS service provider (Twilio) solely to deliver messages on our behalf.
Opt-out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe immediately. You will receive one confirmation message and no further texts.
Help: Reply HELP for assistance, or contact us at [email protected] or (856) 534-6143.
Message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier plan.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our site uses cookies and similar technologies for site functionality, security (through Cloudflare), and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how parts of the site work.
6. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with:
- Service providers who help us operate our business — including our website host, email provider, payment processor, CRM, contract and e-signature tool, SMS provider, and scheduling software — under agreements that require them to protect your information.
- Legal and safety — when required by law, to respond to legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients or guests.
- Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to this policy.
7. How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep your information for as long as needed to provide services, fulfill our contracts, comply with legal and tax obligations, and resolve disputes. Inquiry information from unbooked events is typically retained for up to 24 months.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Opt out of certain types of data sharing or targeted advertising
- Appeal a denial of your request
Maryland residents have rights under the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act. Virginia residents have rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act. Other state residents may have similar rights under their state laws. To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adults aged 21 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us and we will delete it.
10. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your information, including encryption in transit (SSL/TLS) and access controls. No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to other websites, such as Instagram. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies before sharing information.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top shows when it was most recently changed. Material changes will be highlighted on the site.
13. Contact Us
Questions about this policy or our privacy practices?
Hyphenation Events LLC (The Sip Society DC)
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 856-534-6143