Complete your golfer profile

Your profile is how other golfers see you on Andrew. A complete profile helps friends find you and makes the app more enjoyable.

Accessing your profile

1. Tap the Profile tab (bottom right)
2. Tap Edit Profile or tap on your profile photo

Profile photo

Add a photo so friends can recognize you:

1. Tap the profile photo placeholder or your current photo
2. Choose Take Photo or Choose from Library
3. Crop and adjust as needed
4. Save

Tip: Use a clear photo of your face so playing partners can easily identify you.

Basic information

Display name

This is the name shown on your profile and in rounds. Use your real name so friends can find you.

Username

Your unique identifier on Andrew (e.g., @johngolfer). Others use this to search for you, mention you in posts, and send you invites.

To change your username:

1. Go to Profile → Settings
2. Tap Username
3. Enter a new username
4. Save if available

Bio

A short description about yourself. You might include:

• Your home course
• How long you've been playing
• Your favorite golf memory
• What you enjoy about the game

Location

Adding your general location helps:

• Find nearby courses
• Connect with local golfers
• Get relevant event suggestions

Golf information

Handicap

Your handicap is displayed on your profile. You can:

• Connect GHIN: Automatically syncs your official handicap (recommended)
• Enter manually: Input your handicap if you don't have GHIN

See "Connecting Your GHIN Account" for details on GHIN integration.

Home course

Set your primary course:

1. Tap Home Course
2. Search for your course
3. Select it from the results

Privacy settings

Control who sees your information:

1. Go to Profile → Settings → Privacy
2. Adjust visibility for:
   • Handicap display
   • Round history
   • Statistics
   • Group memberships

See "Adjusting Privacy Settings" for detailed options.

What others see on your profile

When someone visits your profile, they can see:

• Your photo, name, and username
• Bio and location
• Handicap (if shared)
• Round statistics and history (based on privacy settings)
• Groups you belong to (based on privacy settings)
• Recent posts and activity
• Followers and following counts

Profile tips

Be authentic — Use a real photo and name so friends can find you.

Connect GHIN — An official handicap adds credibility for wagers.

Stay active — Posting rounds and engaging with others makes the app more fun.

Review privacy — Make sure you're comfortable with what's visible to others.