Privacy Policy
By using PlayGolf you agree to the following privacy policy
Effective Date: August 07, 2025
PlayGolf (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our PlayGolf mobile application (“App”). By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information from you to provide and improve your experience with the App:
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Personal Information:
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First name and last name
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Date of birth
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Email address
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Cell phone number
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Usage Information: Information about golf courses you have played at, which may be used to personalize your experience and facilitate communications.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
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Enhance User Experience: To personalize your experience within the App, such as tailoring content or recommendations based on your preferences and past golfing activities.
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Communication: To send you updates, notifications, or information about your account and the App’s features.
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Golf Course Communications: To enable golf courses you have played at to send you communications regarding specials, upcoming golf days, or other relevant promotions.
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Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality and features of the App.
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Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
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With Golf Courses: Golf courses you have played at may access your personal information (e.g., name, email, cell number) to send you targeted communications about specials or upcoming golf days. These third parties are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and to protect your data.
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Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App, such as hosting services, analytics providers, or communication platforms. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use your information for other purposes.
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Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of PlayGolf, our users, or others.
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
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Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
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Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
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Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
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Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving promotional communications from us or golf courses by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 9.
7. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of South Africa, please note that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in South Africa or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy in the App or through other communication channels. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
PlayGolf
Company Registration Number: 2025/087653/07
Email: play@playgolfapp.co.za
10. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy or the use of the App will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.
Last Updated: August 07, 2025