Privacy Policy
Pickle at the Palms
Effective Date: April 27, 2026
Pickle at the Palms (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://pickleatthepalms.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from visitors and members, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.
We respect your privacy. We do not sell your personal information, and we only use the information you share with us for the purposes described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide Directly
- Email Newsletter Sign-Up. If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name, email address, and any other contact details you choose to share.
- Membership and Account Registration. Memberships and accounts are created and managed through our third-party booking and membership platform, Playbypoint. When you sign up for a membership, you provide information such as your name, email address, phone number, account credentials, and payment information directly to Playbypoint. Playbypoint shares certain account details with us so we can manage your membership and provide services to you.
- Communications. If you contact us by email or through a form on the Site, we collect the information you choose to send (such as your name, email, and the contents of your message).
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Pro Shop Purchases. Purchases from our pro shop are processed through Shopify. When you make a purchase, you provide information such as your name, shipping address, email, and payment information directly to Shopify, which shares certain transaction details with us so we can fulfill and support your order.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- Google Analytics. We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics collects information such as your IP address (typically anonymized), device and browser type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring website, and general location (for example, city or region). This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies. You can learn more about how Google uses this data at https://policies.google.com/privacy, and you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies. Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, keep the Site functioning properly, and measure traffic. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies; however, some parts of the Site may not work as intended if you do.
- Server and Hosting Logs. Our website is hosted on WP Engine, which automatically logs certain technical information (such as IP addresses and request data) to operate and secure the Site.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you our email newsletter and other communications you have requested;
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support;
- Set up and manage your membership account through Playbypoint;
- Process payments for memberships, court reservations, lessons, events, and related services through Playbypoint, and process pro shop purchases through Shopify.
- Operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Site and our services;
- Understand how visitors use the Site through analytics; and
- Comply with our legal obligations and enforce our terms.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the limited circumstances described below.
a. Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate the Site and provide our services. These providers may only use your information to perform services for us. They include:
- Playbypoint — our membership, scheduling, and payment platform. When you create an account or make a payment, your information (including payment details) is collected and processed by Playbypoint under their own privacy policy. Please review the Playbypoint privacy policy at https://www.playbypoint.com/privacy-policy/
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Shopify — powers our pro shop and processes related payments under their own privacy policy.
- Google Analytics — helps us understand Site usage.
- Email and Marketing Tools — used to send our newsletter and respond to your messages.
- WP Engine — our website hosting provider.
b. Legal and Safety Reasons
We may disclose information if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to: (i) comply with a law, regulation, subpoena, or other legal process; (ii) protect the rights, property, or safety of Pickle at the Palms, our members, our staff, or the public; or (iii) investigate or prevent fraud, abuse, or violations of our terms.
c. Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or use of your personal information.
d. With Your Consent
We may share information with other parties when you direct us to do so or otherwise consent to the sharing.
4. Payment Information
Payments for memberships and other services are processed through Playbypoint and its payment processors. Pro shop purchases are processed through Shopify and its payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers on our own systems. Any payment information you provide is handled by Playbypoint and its processors in accordance with their privacy and security practices.
5. Your Choices
- Newsletter Opt-Out. You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in any email we send, or by contacting us at the email address below.
- Account Information. You can update or delete your membership account information by logging into your account or by contacting us so we can help.
- Cookies. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. You can also opt out of Google Analytics using the link in Section 1.