Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 2026
Elkhorn Golf Course & Events ("Elkhorn," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website or contact us through our inquiry form. Please read this policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you submit an inquiry through our contact form, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- The content of your message or inquiry
- Your consent status for SMS communications
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically by our hosting infrastructure and analytics tools, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages viewed. This information is used in aggregate and is not linked to personally identifying information unless required for security purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiry about golf reservations, events, banquets, or dining
- To schedule and confirm appointments, tee times, or event bookings
- To send you relevant updates about your inquiry or reservation via email or SMS (if you have opted in)
- To improve our website experience and communications
- To comply with legal obligations
We will not use your information for purposes materially different from those described above without providing you prior notice and, where required, obtaining your consent.
3. SMS & Mobile Information
If you provide your phone number and check the SMS consent box on our inquiry form, you agree to receive text messages from Elkhorn Golf Course & Events related to your inquiry, reservation, or event. These messages may include:
- Inquiry follow-up and confirmation messages
- Reservation reminders
- Responses to questions submitted through our contact form
Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier and plan.
To opt out: Reply STOP to any text message at any time to unsubscribe. After opting out, you will receive a single confirmation message and no further SMS communications will be sent. To re-subscribe, reply START or contact us directly.
For help, reply HELP to any message or contact us at privacy@elkhornexample.com.
Mobile Data & Non-Sharing Policy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
4. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to understand how visitors interact with our pages. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We may use:
- Essential cookies – Required for the website to function correctly
- Analytics cookies – Used to measure traffic patterns and page performance in aggregate (e.g., via Google Analytics or a similar service)
We do not use cookies to serve targeted advertising. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function as intended if cookies are disabled.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
6. Your Choices & Opt-Out
You have the following rights and choices regarding your personal information:
- Email communications: You may opt out of email communications by replying "unsubscribe" to any email or contacting us directly.
- SMS communications: Reply STOP to any text message to immediately unsubscribe from SMS.
- Access & correction: You may request to review or correct the personal information we hold about you by contacting us at the email address below.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information from our records, subject to certain legal exceptions.
We will honor all opt-out requests promptly and within the timeframes required by applicable law.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites operated by third parties, including elkhorngc.com and elkhornbanquet.com. These sites have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of any third-party websites.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us:
Elkhorn Golf Course & Events123 Elkhorn Drive, City, State 00000
Phone: 1‑800‑555‑0000
Email: privacy@elkhornexample.com