Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

GolfConnect is committed to protecting your privacy. We collect only the information necessary to provide our services, including your profile data, location (when permitted), and usage analytics. Your data is stored securely using Firebase and is never sold to third parties. You can control your visibility and data sharing preferences within the app settings.

Information We Collect

When you use GolfConnect, we may collect the following types of information:

• Account Information — name, email address, and profile details you provide during registration.
• Location Data — with your permission, we use your device's location to show nearby golfers and courses.
• Usage Data — we collect analytics about how you interact with the app to improve the experience.
• Game Data — scores, rounds, and statistics you choose to log within the app.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Match you with golfers at a similar skill level in your area.
• Provide league management, scoring, and leaderboard features.
• Send notifications about matches, league updates, and messages from other users.
• Improve the app experience through aggregated, anonymized analytics.

Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase infrastructure. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share limited data with service providers (such as Firebase and analytics tools) solely to operate and improve the app.

Your Choices

Within the app, you can:

• Toggle your profile visibility (public or private).
• Show or hide your handicap on your profile.
• Enable or disable direct messages from other users.
• Delete your account and associated data at any time.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Contact page or the Help & Feedback section of the app.