Privacy Policy

Best Golf Day ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your personal information across our website (www.bestgolfday.com), our mobile applications for Android and iOS, and all related services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using Best Golf Day's website or mobile applications, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Account Registration: When you create an account on our website or mobile apps, we collect your name, email address, password, and profile information.
• User Profile: Information about your golf skill level, handicap, preferred courses, and golf preferences.
• Communication: When you contact us via email or through our contact forms, we collect the content of your messages and any attachments.
• Payment Information: If you make purchases through our platform, we collect billing information (though payment processing is handled by secure third-party processors).
• Feedback and Reviews: Any comments, reviews, or feedback you provide about courses, equipment, or our services.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our website or mobile applications, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information, and device settings.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on pages, links clicked, and searches performed.
• Location Data: GPS coordinates and location information (only when you grant permission on mobile apps) to provide weather forecasts and nearby course recommendations.
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps of your interactions.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• Third-party authentication providers (Google, Facebook, Apple Sign-In)
• Golf course booking platforms and partners
• Analytics providers and advertising networks
• Social media platforms when you interact with our content

We use the information we collect for various purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our website and mobile applications (Android and iOS).
• Weather Forecasting: To deliver accurate, location-specific weather forecasts tailored for golfers.
• Course Recommendations: To suggest golf courses based on your location, skill level, and preferences.
• Account Management: To manage your account, process registrations, and handle password resets.
• Communication: To send you service updates, security alerts, and customer support responses.
• Marketing: To send promotional emails and newsletters (only if you've opted in).
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our services and improve user experience.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
• Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
• Affiliate Partnerships: To facilitate affiliate links and partnerships that help monetize our content while providing value to users.

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share information with vendors who provide services on our behalf, including hosting, analytics, payment processing, and customer support.
• Golf Course Partners: When you book a tee time through our platform, we share necessary information with the golf course.
• Affiliate Partners: We may share anonymized data with affiliate partners to track conversions and commission payments.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government request.
• Business Transfers: If Best Golf Day is acquired or merged, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• With Your Consent: We share information when you explicitly consent to sharing with specific third parties.

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and our servers
• Secure password hashing and salting
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
• Secure data storage with encryption at rest
• Incident response procedures for potential data breaches

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you and to receive it in a portable format.

6.2 Correction and Deletion

You can update your account information at any time. You also have the right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.

6.3 Opt-Out Rights

You can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or adjusting your notification settings in the app.

6.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings.

6.5 GDPR and CCPA Rights

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are in California, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us to exercise these rights.

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Understand how you use our services
• Deliver personalized content and advertisements
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our website and apps.

Our website and apps contain links to third-party websites, including golf course booking platforms, equipment retailers, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Best Golf Day is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such information immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Some information may be retained for legal, accounting, or security purposes even after account deletion.

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your home country. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy is governed by applicable laws. If you have a dispute regarding our privacy practices, you may have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority or pursue legal remedies in your jurisdiction.