Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PlayedThere ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and mobile services.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information:

When you register, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and password. You may also voluntarily provide profile details such as your home course, handicap, and bio.

Content You Share:

We collect the golf rounds you log, photos you upload, reviews you write, scores you record, and any other content you post on the platform.

Usage Data:

We automatically collect information about how you interact with the App, including pages visited, features used, and device information (browser type, operating system, IP address).

Location Data:

With your permission, we may collect location data to show nearby courses and enhance your experience. You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve the App and its features
• To personalize your experience and show relevant content
• To communicate with you about your account, updates, and promotional offers
• To analyze usage trends and optimize platform performance
• To enforce our Terms & Conditions and protect the security of the platform

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information and shared content are visible to other users according to your privacy settings.
• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the App (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Email and Phone Communications

By creating an account, you consent to receive communications from us via email and, where applicable, phone. These communications may include account verification, security alerts, service updates, and promotional messages. You can opt out of promotional communications at any time by updating your preferences or contacting us.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@playedthere.com.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

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

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@playedthere.com.