Effective Date: May 2025

At Women’s Golf Connect, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or become a member of our platform.

1. Who We Are

Women’s Golf Connect (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a UK-based digital platform providing curated golf content, community features, and membership services for women golfers.

We are the data controller responsible for your personal data under this policy.

If you have any questions, you can contact us at:
? Email: members@womensgolfconnect.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

Contact Information: name, email address, phone number (if provided)
Account Information: login credentials, profile preferences, membership level
Payment Details: processed securely via third-party providers (e.g., Stripe or PayPal) – we do not store payment card information
Usage Data: information about how you use the website, such as IP address, pages visited, clicks, and device/browser data (via cookies and analytics tools)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

Provide access to our content and services
Manage your account and subscriptions
Process payments and renewals
Send relevant updates, offers, and newsletters (only with consent)
Improve website performance and user experience
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Legal Bases for Processing

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we rely on the following lawful bases:

Consent (for email marketing)
Contract (to provide services you sign up for)
Legitimate interest (to improve services and communicate with members)
Legal obligation (when required by law)

5. Sharing Your Data

We only share data with:

Service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools, payment processors)
Legal or regulatory authorities if required

We do not sell or rent your data.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

You can learn more in our [Cookie Policy] and manage your preferences through our cookie banner.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep your personal data for as long as necessary:

For active users, during the life of your membership
For marketing, until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
For legal compliance (e.g., financial records), typically 6 years

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing or withdraw consent
Data portability (in some cases)
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact:
? Email: members@womensgolfconnect.com