PRIVACY
POLICY

Minigolf Score Tracker

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Introduction

Minigolf Score Tracker ("we," "our," or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS application.

Summary (TL;DR)

What we DO

  • Store your game data locally on your device
  • Let you optionally find nearby courses using Google Places
  • Let you optionally sign in with Apple for account features
  • Collect anonymous analytics through Apple's privacy-focused system

What we DON'T do

  • Store your data on our servers (we don't have any!)
  • Track you across apps or websites
  • Sell your data to anyone
  • Show ads or collect data for advertising
  • Share your personal information with third parties

Data Collection and Usage

1. Account Information (Optional)

When you sign in with Apple ID:

  • • Apple User ID (anonymized identifier)
  • • Name (optional, provided by Apple)
  • • Email address (optional, provided by Apple)

Purpose: To create and maintain your account

Storage: Stored locally on your device only

2. Game Data

  • • Course names and details
  • • Player names (entered by you)
  • • Scores and game history
  • • Game dates and times

Purpose: To provide core scoring functionality and track your minigolf history

Storage: Stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework

3. Location Information (Optional)

  • • Your approximate location (when you use the "Find Courses" feature)

Purpose: To help you discover nearby minigolf courses

Permission: We only access your location with your explicit permission

Storage: Not stored; used only for real-time course discovery

Control: You can deny or revoke location access at any time in iOS Settings

4. Usage Analytics

  • • Anonymous usage data collected through Apple's built-in analytics (MetricKit and OSLog)
  • • App performance metrics (crash data, performance metrics)

Purpose: To improve app stability and user experience

Privacy: All analytics respect your iOS privacy settings and do not identify you personally

Control: Can be disabled via iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Analytics & Improvements

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • We do not collect any personally identifiable information beyond what Apple provides through Sign in with Apple
  • We do not track your browsing history or activities outside the app
  • We do not collect device identifiers for advertising purposes
  • We do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies
  • We do not collect sensitive personal information (health data, financial data, etc.)

Third-Party Services

Google Places API

We use Google Places API to help you discover nearby minigolf courses.

  • Data Shared: Your approximate location (only when you use the "Find Courses" feature)
  • Purpose: To search for minigolf venues near you
  • Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • No Account Required: Google does not receive any account or personal information from our app

Sign in with Apple

When you choose to sign in with Apple:

  • Data Shared: Minimal - only what you authorize Apple to share
  • Apple's Control: You control whether to share your real email or use Apple's private relay email
  • Apple's Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
  • No Tracking: We cannot track you across other apps or websites

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage Only

  • All your data is stored locally on your device
  • We do not operate servers or cloud storage for your personal data
  • Your game history, scores, and settings never leave your device unless you explicitly share them
  • Data is protected by iOS device security (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)

No Data Transmission

We do not transmit your personal data to our servers (we don't have any!)

The only network requests are:

  1. Google Places API for course discovery (optional, when you use "Find Courses")
  2. Apple's authentication service (optional, when you sign in with Apple)

Data Security

  • Data is secured using Apple's SwiftData framework with built-in encryption
  • Device-level security protects your data (iOS Keychain for sensitive credentials)
  • No data transmission means no risk of interception

Your Rights and Controls

Access and Control

You have complete control over your data:

  • View Your Data: All data is accessible within the app (Profile, Game History)
  • Export Your Data: Share game results as images or text
  • Delete Specific Data: Delete individual games or courses
  • Delete All Data: Use "Reset Play History" in Settings to remove all game data

Account Deletion

If you signed in with Apple ID:

  1. Open the app and go to Settings
  2. Tap "Delete Account"
  3. Confirm deletion
  4. Your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted from your device

Important: Account deletion is immediate and cannot be undone. Make sure to export any data you want to keep before deleting your account.

Revoking Permissions

You can revoke permissions at any time:

  • Location Access: iOS Settings → Minigolf Score Tracker → Location → Never
  • Analytics: iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Analytics & Improvements → Share iPhone Analytics (toggle off)

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know: What personal information we collect
  • Delete: Request deletion (use "Delete Account" in Settings)
  • Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information
  • Non-Discrimination: We do not discriminate based on privacy choices

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area:

  • Access: View all your data within the app
  • Rectification: Edit your information in the app settings
  • Erasure: Delete your account and all data
  • Data Portability: Export your game data
  • Withdraw Consent: Revoke permissions at any time

Children's Privacy

Minigolf Score Tracker is rated 4+ and is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Data Retention

  • Active Users: Data is retained on your device as long as the app is installed
  • Deleted Games: Permanently removed from device when you delete them
  • Account Deletion: All data permanently deleted when you delete your account
  • App Uninstall: All data is removed when you uninstall the app

International Users

Minigolf Score Tracker is available worldwide. Since all data is stored locally on your device, no cross-border data transfers occur. Your data stays on your device in your country.

Transparency Commitment

We believe in radical transparency:

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:

Developer: Steve Tannock

Email: privacy@quantified.games

Bluesky: @tannock.net

Response Time: We aim to respond within 7 business days

Your privacy is not negotiable. If you have concerns, please contact us.