Effective Date: 25th May 2018
Scotland for Golf takes the privacy of those that visit our web site very seriously. We have established this Privacy Policy to communicate what information we collect and how that information is used and safeguarded.
By accessing this website (www.scotlandforgolf.co.uk), you acknowledge the privacy policy expressed herein. We reserve the right to change this policy at our sole discretion and without notice.
When a user visits our website, we collect information about the visit that does not identify the user personally. We track information such as the domain from which the user is visiting and the user's browser type. We also collect specific information regarding the user's session on our website. This includes items such as the date and time of the visit and the pages viewed.
When completing a form, we ask a user to voluntarily provide personally identifiable information. This information generally includes, but is not limited to, name, e-mail address, postal address, and telephone number. We request this information when the user requests one of the following:
Scotland for Golf accepts payments online however, we don't store any card details or receive any card information directly to our servers. This is handled by our payment processor Sage Pay, please refer to their privacy policy. We don't collect any health-related information. If dealing with a booking regarding anyone under 13 we deal with the parental guardian only.
Non-personally identifiable information is collected to allow us to analyse how our website is used and to improve the content and packages the website provides.
Personally identifiable information is collected for the sole purpose of providing services to the user and future marketing.
Scotland for Golf owns the collected information and will not sell, trade, or rent the information to others. We may use the information to continue contact with the user. This may include contact such as follow-up calls, e-mail correspondence, or mail correspondence to follow-up on the contact or to provide marketing information about promotions, new services, or important website changes. Scotland for Golf may share client's name with their suppliers in regards to confirmed bookings we make on their behalf as part of the package. We don't provide the supplier with emails or other personal information.
"Cookies" are small pieces of information that are placed on a web user's hard drive. We may use cookies to provide you with better service. Cookies are pieces of information that a Web site transfers to your computer's hard disk for record-keeping purposes. Cookies can make the Web more useful by storing information about your preferences for a particular site. The use of cookies is an industry standard, and many major Web sites use them to provide useful features for their customers. Cookies in and of themselves do not personally identify users, although they do identify a user's computer. Most browsers are initially set to accept cookies. If you prefer, you can set your browser to refuse cookies. However, you may not be able to take full advantage of the functionality of the Scotland for Golf site if you do so.
Scotland for Golf utilises industry standard methods and mechanisms such as firewalls, intrusion monitoring, and passwords to protect electronic information. Multiple physical security methods such as 24-hour premise monitoring are also employed. Finally, access to information is limited to a small number of senior personnel and on a need-to-know basis.
Scotland for Golf web site may contain links to other internet web sites. Scotland for Golf neither controls nor endorses external sites and is not responsible for the content of such sites. This policy does not cover the privacy policies and data collection practices of non Scotland for Golf web sites.
Based on the information a user has provided, Scotland for Golf may send e-mail correspondence to the user. Each correspondence will contain an easy means to opt out of further correspondence.
A user can submit a request in writing by emailing info@scotlandforgolf.co.uk or writing a letter to our head office: Scotland for Golf, Suite 5, Bassaguard Business Park, St Andrews KY16 8AL, with a request for their personal information to be removed. Within 24 working hours, this request will be processed and evidence provided that we have removed this from our database.
"I'm so glad I signed up with Scotland for Golf while visiting St. Andrews. David, my instructor, was professional, attentive, and an excellent communicator. The facilities at their establishment were top notch. Since coming back home I can already see improvements in my golf game. Highly recommended for locals and tourists alike."
"George hosted a fantastic round of golf around St Andrews. His coaching was pertinent, useful and probably the best player lesson ever. Thank you 😊"
"One word Brilliant 👏, from enquiries to booking both golf and accommodation. Many thanks to Scott, Craig, George & Ryan ( Pro who looked after me for the day ) . From the warm up and out on the course, Ryan was knowledgeable and helpful ,explained everything i needed to know to play a links course . Will take on board his tips and work at them ."