Frequently Asked Questions
General
Is droply free?
Yes, the basic version of droply is free. Since we are a community-oriented app, it's important to us that it stays that way. By contributing, you can collect points, which you can use to upgrade your account.
Is there a Pro-version?
Currently no, but we might develop a better version that you can either buy with money or your community points. Additional features could be an offline mode or more information about the water quality. What do you think? Let us know by sending us an in-app feedback message!
Who is droply for?
droply is for travelers who need water while exploring new cities, outdoor enthusiasts who want to avoid carrying heavy water bottles, and anyone in their own city looking to discover hidden natural springs nearby. It makes finding water easy, no matter where you are.
Which devices is droply available on?
Android: droply supports devices from Android 4.4 (KitKat) to the latest version. It is fully compatible with Android 14, the newest Android version from 2023. Apple: For Apple devices, droply is available on the App Store and supports iPhones with iOS 12 or newer, covering even older devices.
Using droply
How do I find water sources near me?
Open droply and go to the "Search" tab. Once you allow location access, you can either look for the colored water source pins on the map or browse through the carousel view at the bottom of the screen.
Can I add new water sources?
droply already has many locations where you can find water. If you want to add a new one, simply long-press on the map and follow the instructions. Only add places where water is publicly accessible and useful – for example, where a hiking trail crosses a stream, making it easy to refill.
Do I need to sign up?
No, you can also browse the app as an anonymous user, without creating a user account. However, we recommend you to connect your email address, so you can keep your data and collected points even if you switch your phone or accidentally get logged out of the app.
Why does droply use my location?
We use your location to show nearby water sources and your position on the map. However, we do not log or store any location data from users.
How do you verify if the water sources are reliable?
droply uses reliable information from geoinformation portals and public sources. Other locations are added by users. In the app, you can also check how many users have visited or confirmed the source, helping you estimate the likelihood of finding water there.
Community & Security
What happens to the photos and comments I upload?
Photos and comments are first reviewed by droply and then made visible to all users. You can access your uploaded photos and comments in your library at any time and edit or delete them whenever you want.
Can I report inappropriate content?
You can report incorrect information about water sources on the detail page using the link next to the small flag icon. You can also report inappropriate images directly in the app.
Is my data secure in the app?
Our databases and encryption methods meet the latest standards to ensure that your information remains confidential and secure.
Points & Rewards
What can I do with points?
You earn points for your contributions to droply – check your notifications to see the details. The more informative your input, the more points you get. In the future, you can use your points to unlock premium features, as droply will always remain free for active community members.
How many points do I earn for each contribution?
• Check-in at a water source ➔ 1 point • Comment on a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (depending on the level of detail in your comment) • Update a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (for a full edit) • Upload an image ➔ 2 points for each image • Add a new water source ➔ 5 points • Share a good story ➔ Up to 5 points ⚠️ Points deducted: • Remove your own water source ➔ -5 points • Remove your own image ➔ -2 points
General
Is droply free?
Yes, the basic version of droply is free. Since we are a community-oriented app, it's important to us that it stays that way. By contributing, you can collect points, which you can use to upgrade your account.
Is there a Pro-version?
Currently no, but we might develop a better version that you can either buy with money or your community points. Additional features could be an offline mode or more information about the water quality. What do you think? Let us know by sending us an in-app feedback message!
Who is droply for?
droply is for travelers who need water while exploring new cities, outdoor enthusiasts who want to avoid carrying heavy water bottles, and anyone in their own city looking to discover hidden natural springs nearby. It makes finding water easy, no matter where you are.
Which devices is droply available on?
Android: droply supports devices from Android 4.4 (KitKat) to the latest version. It is fully compatible with Android 14, the newest Android version from 2023. Apple: For Apple devices, droply is available on the App Store and supports iPhones with iOS 12 or newer, covering even older devices.
Using droply
How do I find water sources near me?
Open droply and go to the "Search" tab. Once you allow location access, you can either look for the colored water source pins on the map or browse through the carousel view at the bottom of the screen.
Can I add new water sources?
droply already has many locations where you can find water. If you want to add a new one, simply long-press on the map and follow the instructions. Only add places where water is publicly accessible and useful – for example, where a hiking trail crosses a stream, making it easy to refill.
Do I need to sign up?
No, you can also browse the app as an anonymous user, without creating a user account. However, we recommend you to connect your email address, so you can keep your data and collected points even if you switch your phone or accidentally get logged out of the app.
Why does droply use my location?
We use your location to show nearby water sources and your position on the map. However, we do not log or store any location data from users.
How do you verify if the water sources are reliable?
droply uses reliable information from geoinformation portals and public sources. Other locations are added by users. In the app, you can also check how many users have visited or confirmed the source, helping you estimate the likelihood of finding water there.
Community & Security
What happens to the photos and comments I upload?
Photos and comments are first reviewed by droply and then made visible to all users. You can access your uploaded photos and comments in your library at any time and edit or delete them whenever you want.
Can I report inappropriate content?
You can report incorrect information about water sources on the detail page using the link next to the small flag icon. You can also report inappropriate images directly in the app.
Is my data secure in the app?
Our databases and encryption methods meet the latest standards to ensure that your information remains confidential and secure.
Points & Rewards
What can I do with points?
You earn points for your contributions to droply – check your notifications to see the details. The more informative your input, the more points you get. In the future, you can use your points to unlock premium features, as droply will always remain free for active community members.
How many points do I earn for each contribution?
• Check-in at a water source ➔ 1 point • Comment on a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (depending on the level of detail in your comment) • Update a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (for a full edit) • Upload an image ➔ 2 points for each image • Add a new water source ➔ 5 points • Share a good story ➔ Up to 5 points ⚠️ Points deducted: • Remove your own water source ➔ -5 points • Remove your own image ➔ -2 points
General
Is droply free?
Yes, the basic version of droply is free. Since we are a community-oriented app, it's important to us that it stays that way. By contributing, you can collect points, which you can use to upgrade your account.
Is there a Pro-version?
Currently no, but we might develop a better version that you can either buy with money or your community points. Additional features could be an offline mode or more information about the water quality. What do you think? Let us know by sending us an in-app feedback message!
Who is droply for?
droply is for travelers who need water while exploring new cities, outdoor enthusiasts who want to avoid carrying heavy water bottles, and anyone in their own city looking to discover hidden natural springs nearby. It makes finding water easy, no matter where you are.
Which devices is droply available on?
Android: droply supports devices from Android 4.4 (KitKat) to the latest version. It is fully compatible with Android 14, the newest Android version from 2023. Apple: For Apple devices, droply is available on the App Store and supports iPhones with iOS 12 or newer, covering even older devices.
Using droply
How do I find water sources near me?
Open droply and go to the "Search" tab. Once you allow location access, you can either look for the colored water source pins on the map or browse through the carousel view at the bottom of the screen.
Can I add new water sources?
droply already has many locations where you can find water. If you want to add a new one, simply long-press on the map and follow the instructions. Only add places where water is publicly accessible and useful – for example, where a hiking trail crosses a stream, making it easy to refill.
Do I need to sign up?
No, you can also browse the app as an anonymous user, without creating a user account. However, we recommend you to connect your email address, so you can keep your data and collected points even if you switch your phone or accidentally get logged out of the app.
Why does droply use my location?
We use your location to show nearby water sources and your position on the map. However, we do not log or store any location data from users.
How do you verify if the water sources are reliable?
droply uses reliable information from geoinformation portals and public sources. Other locations are added by users. In the app, you can also check how many users have visited or confirmed the source, helping you estimate the likelihood of finding water there.
Community & Security
What happens to the photos and comments I upload?
Photos and comments are first reviewed by droply and then made visible to all users. You can access your uploaded photos and comments in your library at any time and edit or delete them whenever you want.
Can I report inappropriate content?
You can report incorrect information about water sources on the detail page using the link next to the small flag icon. You can also report inappropriate images directly in the app.
Is my data secure in the app?
Our databases and encryption methods meet the latest standards to ensure that your information remains confidential and secure.
Points & Rewards
What can I do with points?
You earn points for your contributions to droply – check your notifications to see the details. The more informative your input, the more points you get. In the future, you can use your points to unlock premium features, as droply will always remain free for active community members.
How many points do I earn for each contribution?
• Check-in at a water source ➔ 1 point • Comment on a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (depending on the level of detail in your comment) • Update a water source ➔ Up to 3 points (for a full edit) • Upload an image ➔ 2 points for each image • Add a new water source ➔ 5 points • Share a good story ➔ Up to 5 points ⚠️ Points deducted: • Remove your own water source ➔ -5 points • Remove your own image ➔ -2 points