Privacy Policy for Grankers

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 16 October 2025
Welcome to Grankers (https://grankers.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services. By using Grankers, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are
Grankers is a digital platform that enables users to create and manage golf tournaments, build an audience, and manage results and communications.
Contact: hello@grankers.com

2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of data to provide and improve our services:
a. Personal Information
* Name
* Email address
* Payment information
* Golf licence number
* Home golf course

b. Non-Personal Information
* Browser type and device information
* IP address (for security and analytics)
* Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
* Provide and maintain our services
* Process payments and issue licences
* Create and manage tournament websites
* Communicate with users and participants
* Improve user experience and site functionality
* Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
* Contractual necessity: to provide our services and licences
* Legal obligations: to comply with applicable laws and tax requirements
* Legitimate interests: to improve our platform and protect users
* Consent: when you agree to receive communications or allow cookies

5. Cookies
We use cookies to personalize your experience, remember preferences, and analyze site usage. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your data. We may share information only with:
* Payment processors (for secure transactions)
* Technical service providers (for hosting, analytics, and communications)
* Legal authorities, if required by law
All third parties are required to maintain data protection standards consistent with this policy.

7. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. Data Security
We use encryption, access controls, and secure servers to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
* Access your personal data
* Request correction or deletion
* Object to processing or request restriction
* Withdraw consent at any time
* Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@grankers.com.

10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside of your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with European data protection standards.

11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified by email of any significant changes. Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: hello@grankers.com
Website: https://www.grankers.com