Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 4/25/2025

GolfSimFinder.com ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.golfsimfinder.com (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

We do not require users to create accounts or submit personal information to browse the site. However, if you contact us or submit a listing suggestion, we may collect your name and email address.

b. Usage Data

We automatically collect non-personal data such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device type
  • Referral source

This information helps us improve the user experience and diagnose technical issues.

c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking tools (like Google Analytics or AdSense) to:

  • Monitor site performance
  • Analyze user behavior
  • Serve personalized ads or affiliate links

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some functionality may be limited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  • Operate and improve the Site
  • Customize content and ads
  • Respond to user inquiries
  • Monitor usage patterns and prevent abuse
  • Optimize performance through analytics

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share anonymized or aggregated data with:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Ad networks (e.g., Google AdSense)
  • Hosting or infrastructure providers (e.g., Firebase)
  • Legal authorities if required by law

4. Google Services

We use:

  • Google Maps API to display facility locations
  • Google AdSense for monetization
  • Firebase for hosting and database storage

By using the site, you also agree to Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Data Security

We use secure infrastructure like HTTPS and Firebase to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

The site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Request a copy of any personal data we store (if applicable)
  • Request that we delete your data
  • Opt-out of cookies using browser settings

For any privacy-related requests, contact us at privacy@golfsimfinder.com

8. Children's Privacy

GolfSimFinder.com is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."