Uttarakhand Golf Association - Data Protection & Privacy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
The Uttarakhand Golf Association ("UKGA", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, become a member, or participate in our tournaments and activities.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
• Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
• Date of birth and emergency contact information
• Golf handicap, experience level, and home club details
• Payment information for membership fees and tournament registrations
Automatically Collected Information
• IP address, browser type, and device information
• Website usage data and navigation patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
Membership Services
• Process membership applications
• Maintain member records and handicap systems
• Communicate important updates and news
Tournament Operations
• Tournament registration and management
• Results publication and rankings
• Prize distribution and awards
Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
• Secure servers with encryption for data transmission
• Access controls limiting who can view your information
• Regular security audits and updates
• Data backup and recovery procedures
• Staff training on data protection practices
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
• Golf Federation of India: For handicap system integration and tournament sanctioning
• Tournament Partners: When you register for joint tournaments or events
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your information
• Data portability (receive your data)
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with authorities
• Opt-out of marketing communications
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your website experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please refer to our Cookies Policy.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Membership records are typically retained for the duration of your membership plus 7 years for legal and administrative purposes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
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 on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2025 and applies to all information collected by UKGA.