Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2026

At The Candid Golfer, your privacy matters. This page explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we handle it—plain and simple.

We’re here to share honest golf content, not to do anything shady with your data.

Information We Collect

We may collect limited personal information when you choose to interact with the site, including:

Your name and email address (for newsletters, downloads, or contact forms)

Basic usage data (pages visited, time on site, device type)

Cookies and similar tracking technologies (explained below)

We do not collect sensitive personal information, and we do not collect anything without purpose.

How We Use Your Information

We only use collected information to:

Send emails you’ve opted into (updates, content, or resources)

Improve the website experience and content quality

Understand what content resonates with our audience

Respond to messages or inquiries you send us

We do not sell your personal information.

Affiliate Links & Recommendations

Some pages on this site may include affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you click and make a purchase—at no extra cost to you.

We only recommend products, tools, or services we genuinely use, trust, or believe provide value to golfers.

 

Affiliate relationships never influence the honesty of our content.

Cookies & Tracking

Like most websites, The Candid Golfer uses cookies to:

Analyze site traffic and performance

Understand user behavior to improve content

Remember preferences where applicable

 

You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

Third-party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools such as:

Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)

Email marketing services

Website hosting and performance tools

 

These services only access information necessary to perform their function and are required to protect your data.

Email Communications

If you sign up for emails, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email. No guilt. No pressure.

Data Protection & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no system is 100% secure. We do our best to keep things safe and minimal.

Children’s Information

The Candid Golfer does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe this has occurred, please contact us and we’ll promptly remove it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we have about you

Request corrections or deletion

Withdraw consent for communications

 

You can contact us at any time to request this.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can reach us at:

Email: [email protected]

Website: thecandidgolfer.com