Privacy Policy

At Shanty Bay Golf Club , we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, book tee times, purchase memberships or packages, or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
Booking & Payment Information: Tee time reservations, membership details, package purchases, billing information (processed securely via third-party payment processors).
Demographic Information: Preferences, skill level, interests, and feedback.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data when you interact with our website.
Communications: Records of emails, phone calls, or messages sent to us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process and confirm tee time bookings, membership applications, and package purchases.
Communicate with you about your reservations, payments, or policy changes.
Send promotional materials, newsletters, and special offers (you may opt out at any time).
Improve our golf course operations, website experience, and customer service.
Administer contests, promotions, or surveys.
Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist with payment processing, email delivery, booking systems, and marketing (they are contractually bound to protect your data).
Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., court order).
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of assets.
With Your Consent: For any other purpose disclosed to you at the time of collection.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and serve relevant ads. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location (e.g., Canada), you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
Opt out of marketing communications (click “unsubscribe” in emails or contact us).
Withdraw consent for certain data processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., booking engines, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of our services after changes constitute acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Shanty Bay Golf Club
Location : 322 Oro-Medonte Line 2, Shanty Bay, ON L0L 2L0
Email: info@shantybaygolf.com
Phone: (705) 721-1922