Privacy Policy

Thank you for using GolfCalculator.org (hereinafter referred to as "this site").

This privacy policy outlines our commitment to protecting your privacy and personal information while providing accurate golf handicap calculations and scoring analytics.

Information Collection

We collect minimal user information to provide accurate golf handicap calculations:

• Golf scores and course details provided by users
• Course ratings and slope ratings when voluntarily shared
• Playing history and scoring patterns
• Anonymous usage data for improving our calculator accuracy

Data Usage

The information you provide is used solely to:

• Generate accurate golf handicap calculations
• Track scoring trends and improvements
• Provide personalized game analysis
• Enhance our handicap algorithms
• Improve user experience and calculator accuracy

Golf Performance Data Protection

We understand the sensitivity of golf performance information and implement additional measures to protect:

• Score records
• Handicap history data
• Performance metrics
• Personal playing preferences

Cookies and Tracking

This site uses cookies and Google Analytics for:

• Improving calculator functionality
• Understanding user interactions with handicap tools
• Delivering relevant golf improvement recommendations
• Remembering user preferences for future calculations

Site visitors can reject cookies through browser settings, disable personalized ads at https://www.google.com/settings/ads, and opt out of third-party vendor cookies used for personalized advertising at https://www.aboutads.info.

Data Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures including:

• Encryption of sensitive scoring data
• Secure processing of player information
• Regular security audits and updates
• Strict access controls for user data

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for:

• Golf performance analysis
• Score tracking and verification
• Technical calculations and recommendations
• Usage analytics and site optimization

All third-party services are carefully selected to maintain the highest standards of data protection and privacy.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your stored golf performance data
• Opt-out of non-essential data collection
• Request deletion of your playing history
• Modify your golf tracking preferences
• Limit the information you share

Data Retention

We retain user data only as long as necessary to:

• Provide accurate handicap calculations
• Maintain scoring history
• Comply with legal requirements
• Support user inquiries

For any privacy-related questions, concerns, or requests, please contact our privacy team at: [email protected]