Last Updated on February, 15, 2026
Who We Are
ForeFriends is operated by ForeFriends Limited, registered in the United Kingdom.
Registered Address:
42 East Street
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 1BE
United Kingdom
ForeFriends Limited is the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Contact:
Email: hello@fore-friends.com
Scope and Legal Framework
This policy applies to:
The ForeFriends mobile app (iOS and Android)
Our website
Services provided through the app
We comply with:
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), where applicable
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account using Apple or Google Sign In, we collect:
Full name
Email address (including Apple relay email if selected)
Username
Display name
Profile photo (if uploaded)
We do not receive or store your Apple or Google password.
We use this information to:
Create and manage your account
Enable social features
Provide round functionality
Communicate important service information
Profile and Social Infomration
ForeFriends is built for social play.
Publicly searchable profile (visible to all users):
Username
Display name
Profile photo
Visible to accepted friends only:
Shared round history
Performance statistics
Participation in shared rounds
You can remove friends at any time within the app.
Round and Performance Data
When you create or join a round, we store:
Hole-by-hole scores
Game mode
Team assignments
Round results
Tournament and league participation
Performance statistics
This allows round tracking and historical insights.
Shot Tracking Data (Optional)
If you choose to track shots, we store:
GPS coordinates of shots
Club selection (if recorded)
Shot type and outcome (if recorded)
Shot tracking is optional.
Location Data
We use your device’s precise location only while the app is in use to:
Show distances to greens and hazards
Enable optional shot tracking
We do not collect continuous background location data.
We do not track your location when the app is closed.
Location data is stored only if you save shot tracking data.
Technical and Usage Data
We collect limited technical data necessary for app functionality, including:
Device type
Operating system version
App version
Feature usage and interaction data
We use this to:
Maintain performance
Fix bugs
Improve reliability
We do not use third-party advertising analytics.
All data is encrypted in transit.
Payments and Subscriptions
Payments are processed through:
Apple App Store
Google Play Store
We do not collect or store payment card details.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted providers to operate ForeFriends:
Apple / Google – authentication
Supabase – backend infrastructure and secure data storage
Google Maps API – mapping and distance features
GolfAPI – course layout and details
We do not send personal user data to GolfAPI.
Third-party providers may process limited data strictly to deliver their services.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the service.
Account Deletion
If you delete your account:
Personal identifiers are permanently deleted
Social connections are removed
Authentication credentials are removed
To preserve shared rounds:
Your name is replaced with an anonymised reference (e.g. “Deleted User”)
Historical round data is retained in anonymised form
Once anonymised, data cannot be linked back to you.
Deleted data may remain in encrypted backups for a limited period before automatic overwrite.
We do not automatically delete inactive accounts.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and EU GDPR (where applicable), you have the right to:
Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Delete your data
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
You can delete your account within the app.
To exercise your rights, contact:
hello@fore-friends.com
We may verify your identity before responding.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
International Transfers
Some service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom.
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with UK and EU data protection law.
Children
ForeFriends is intended for users aged 18 and over.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18.
If you believe a minor is using the app, contact:
hello@fore-friends.com
Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures, including:
Secure cloud infrastructure
Encryption in transit
Access controls
No system is completely secure. Keep your login details confidential.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time.
The “Last Updated” date will always reflect the current version.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at hello@fore-friends.com