Privacy Policy

Information according to Article 13 GDPR and applicable U.S. laws (including CCPA)

Website Owner:

Ian Jurriens
Bregenzer Straße 41b
14612 Falkensee
Germany
Email: info@golf-starter.com

1. General Information

Protecting your personal data is very important to me. I handle your data in accordance with legal data protection regulations and this privacy policy.

This website is an information platform for beginner golfers and includes affiliate links to partner programs such as Amazon. Clicking on these links does not cost you anything extra, but I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase.

2. Access Data

When you visit this website, the web server automatically stores log files, which may include:

  • Pages visited
  • Time of access
  • Browser used
  • Operating system
  • IP address

These data are not linked to any specific person and will not be combined with other data sources.

3. Cookies

This website does not use any first-party cookies. However, third-party services (e.g., Amazon, Google Ads) may set cookies when you click on affiliate links. Responsibility for these cookies lies with the respective providers.

You can adjust your browser settings to be informed about the setting of cookies and allow cookies only in individual cases or block them entirely.

4. Affiliate Links and Advertising

golf-starter.com contains affiliate links. If you click such a link and make a purchase on a partner site, I may earn a commission. No personal data is shared with me during this process.

Examples of affiliate programs:

  • Amazon EU Affiliate Program
  • Other golf shops and retailers

5. Contact

If you contact me by email, your information and contact details will be stored to process your inquiry. I will not share this information without your consent.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your stored data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Have your data deleted (unless legally required to retain it)
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to data processing
  • Data portability

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out: info@golf-starter.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. Newsletter and Email Communication

If you subscribe to our newsletter via a form on this website, we collect your email address and, if provided, your name. This data is used exclusively to send you updates, tips, product recommendations, and relevant information related to golf for beginners.

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link provided in every email. We do not sell or share your contact information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Our email campaigns are managed through MailPoet, a GDPR-compliant email marketing service. By subscribing, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to MailPoet for processing in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this privacy policy to comply with legal requirements or to reflect changes to the website.

Last updated: April 2025

Information for U.S. Residents

For users located in the United States, this Privacy Policy is intended to comply with applicable U.S. laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents. If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA, including:

  • The right to request disclosure of personal data collected about you, including the categories of personal information, sources, purposes for collection, and third parties with whom data is shared.
  • The right to request the deletion of your personal information.
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information, if applicable.

If you are a California resident, you may exercise your rights by contacting us at info@golf-starter.com.

International Privacy Notice

For users outside of the United States, European Union, and South America, we aim to comply with applicable international privacy laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for residents of the European Union, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) for Canadian residents, and the General Data Protection Law (LGPD) for Brazilian residents.

If you have any questions about your rights under these laws or wish to exercise any rights regarding your personal data, please reach out to us at info@golf-starter.com.

Links to Third-Party Sites

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including those based in the United States. These third-party websites may collect, process, and share your personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. We are not responsible for their practices.

Marketing and Tracking

This website may use your data for marketing purposes, such as personalized ads, based on your activity on the site. This includes services like Google Ads, which may track your browsing habits. If you wish to opt out of personalized ads, you can adjust your browser settings or visit the respective third-party site’s privacy settings.

Legal Basis for Data Processing (Brazil – LGPD)

We process your data based on the following legal grounds: consent, contract necessity, and legitimate interests. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Additionally, your personal data will be stored for no longer than necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA – U.S.)

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

If you have any questions about your personal data or would like to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at: info@golf-starter.com