Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 29, 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us and information automatically collected through your use of the App via Firebase services. This may include:

  • Account information: Name, email address, and authentication data (including Sign in with Apple credentials)
  • Profile information: Username, profile picture, and preferences
  • User content: Golf course ratings, reviews, comments, and photos you post
  • Location data: GPS coordinates and location information to help you find nearby golf courses
  • Social interactions: Likes, comments, follows, and other user engagement data
  • Device information: Device type, operating system, and app usage analytics via Firebase
  • Usage data: App interactions, features used, and time spent in the App

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the golf course rating and social media features
  • Display your posts, ratings, and reviews to other users
  • Show you nearby golf courses based on your location
  • Enable social features like following users, likes, and comments
  • Send push notifications about new interactions and app updates
  • Analyze usage patterns and improve app performance using Firebase Analytics
  • Respond to your support requests and feedback
  • Ensure app security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations and App Store requirements

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Your information is shared in the following ways:

  • Public Content: Your golf course ratings, reviews, comments, and photos are visible to other app users
  • Firebase Services: We use Google Firebase to store and process your data, subject to Google's privacy policies
  • Social Features: Users you follow can see your posts, and your followers can see your activity
  • Apple Services: When using Sign in with Apple, limited data is shared according to Apple's privacy standards
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information to comply with legal obligations or protect rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security and Storage

We use Firebase's secure cloud infrastructure to store and protect your data. Firebase implements industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest. Your location data is securely processed and stored. However, no internet transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Location Services

The App uses your device's location services to find golf courses near you. Location data is collected only when you use location-based features and is stored securely in Firebase. You can disable location services in your device settings, but this will limit the App's ability to suggest nearby courses.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Your posts, ratings, and reviews may remain in the App even after account deletion to maintain the integrity of the community content, unless you specifically request their removal. Location data is retained according to Firebase's data retention policies.

7. Your Rights and Controls

You have the following rights and controls over your information:

  • Access and update your profile information within the App
  • Delete your posts, comments, and ratings
  • Control your privacy settings and who can see your content
  • Disable location services in your device settings
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Request data portability where applicable
  • Opt out of non-essential notifications

8. Third-Party Services

The App integrates with the following third-party services:

  • Firebase (Google): Data storage, authentication, and analytics
  • Sign in with Apple: Secure authentication service
  • iOS App Store: App distribution and updates

These services have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle your data.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or by email. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through the App's support feature or visit our website for more information.

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