Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Golfer ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Golfer is a social platform designed to connect golfers, facilitate gameplay tracking, organize leagues and events, and build a community around the sport. The social and competitive nature of our Service means that certain information you provide will be shared with other users as described below.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, profile photo, and authentication credentials (including data from Google or Apple Sign-In)
• Profile Information: Golf handicap, skill level, preferred courses, playing style, bio, and other details you choose to share
• Golf Performance Data: Scores, statistics, round history, course information, and gameplay data
• League & Event Data: Participation records, tournament results, team affiliations, and competitive standings
• Communications: Messages sent through the platform, feedback, and support inquiries
• Location Information: General location (city/region) to connect you with nearby golfers and courses

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Features used, pages viewed, time spent, interaction patterns
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, referring URLs
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics and performance metrics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Core Service Functions

• Create and manage your account and profile
• Display your profile to other users to facilitate connections
• Track and display your golf scores, statistics, and performance history
• Share your scores and performance with other players in your groups, leagues, and events
• Enable matchmaking with compatible golfers based on skill level and preferences
• Facilitate league management, tournament organization, and competitive play
• Generate leaderboards, rankings, and competitive standings

3.2 Service Improvement & Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features and user experience
• Develop new products, services, and features
• Conduct research and generate insights about golf trends and player behavior
• Create aggregated, anonymized datasets for analytics purposes

3.3 Communications

• Send service-related notifications (match invites, league updates, etc.)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

4.1 With Other Users

As a social golf platform, certain information is shared with other users by design:

• Public Profile: Your name, profile photo, handicap, and bio are visible to other users
• Scores & Performance: Your scores and statistics are visible to players in your groups, leagues, and events
• Leaderboards: Your rankings may appear on public leaderboards within leagues and events you participate in
• Activity: Other users may see when you've played, your recent rounds, and gameplay activity

4.2 With Third Parties

• Service Providers: We share information with vendors who help us operate the Service (hosting, analytics, customer support)
• Business Partners: We may share aggregated, anonymized data with golf courses, equipment manufacturers, and other industry partners for analytics, research, and business development purposes
• Analytics Partners: We share anonymized usage data with analytics providers to understand trends and improve our Service
• Corporate Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property

4.3 Aggregated & Anonymized Data

We may create aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data from your information. This data does not identify you personally and may be used and shared for any purpose, including:

• Industry research and trend analysis
• Marketing and promotional materials
• Business development and partnerships
• Sale or license to third parties for commercial purposes
• Academic or journalistic research

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. We may retain certain information after account deletion for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Maintaining historical league and tournament records
• Preserving aggregated statistics and leaderboards
• Complying with legal obligations
• Resolving disputes and enforcing our agreements

6. Your Rights & Choices

• Access: You can access your personal information through your account settings
• Correction: You can update or correct your profile information at any time
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and personal data by contacting us
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of promotional communications at any time

Note: Deleting your account will remove your profile and personal information, but aggregated statistics, historical league records, and scores from group play may be retained in anonymized form.

7. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions where we operate.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: