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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Route 66 Golf Trail website (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name and username
  • Email address
  • Profile details
  • Golf scores, ratings, and course activity
  • Uploaded content (such as scorecard images or comments)

b. Account Settings

Users may choose to make their profile public or private:

  • Public profiles may appear in golfer listings and leaderboards
  • Private profiles will not be displayed publicly or ranked

c. Automatically Collected Data

We may collect limited technical data such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Site usage and interaction data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Display leaderboard rankings and public profiles (if enabled)
  • Track golf course participation and scoring
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Communicate important updates or changes

4. Public vs Private Data

If your account is set to public:

  • Your profile, scores, rankings, and activity may be visible to other users
  • Your data may be included in leaderboards and public listings

If your account is set to private:

  • Your information will not appear in public listings or leaderboards
  • Your activity remains accessible only to you (and site administrators for maintenance purposes)

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share information only:

  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect the integrity and security of the Site
  • With service providers necessary to operate the website (e.g., hosting)

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies and Tracking

The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Maintain login sessions
  • Improve performance and usability
  • Analyze site usage

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data.

9. Future Features (Payments)

The Site does not currently process payments.
If payment features are added in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated to reflect how financial data is handled.

10. Your Rights

You may:

  • Update your profile information
  • Change your privacy settings at any time
  • Request account deletion

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the website.