Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

The Starter ("we," "our," or "us") is a golf trip planning application operated by GroupTrip. We help groups organize golf trips including tee times, scorecards, expense splitting, and itineraries. Our service is available at thestarter.app.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you create an account or use our service:

• Account information — your email address and display name when you sign up
• Trip data — trip names, destinations, dates, itinerary items, tee times, golf scores, and budget information you enter
• Usage data — pages visited, features used, and time spent in the app (collected automatically)
• Device information — browser type, operating system, and IP address (collected automatically)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our trip planning service
• Send you account-related communications (confirmation emails, password resets)
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the product
• Detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Information Sharing

We share your information only in these limited circumstances:

• With trip members — other members of your trips can see your display name and trip-related activity
• Service providers — we use Supabase for database hosting and authentication. They process data on our behalf under confidentiality agreements
• Legal requirements — if required by law, court order, or government request
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account (authentication cookies)
• Understand how visitors use our site (analytics)
• Display advertisements relevant to golf travel (advertising cookies, Back Nine brand only)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect your ability to log in and use certain features.

6. Data Retention

We retain your account information and trip data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your trip data
• Opt out of non-essential communications

To exercise these rights, email us at hello@thestarter.app.

8. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), row-level security on our database, and secure authentication. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, but we take reasonable precautions to protect your information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or emailing registered users. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to make a privacy request, contact us at: