Privacy Policy

The California Equestrian Association (“CEA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit our website [www.ceainc.org or insert your URL], join as a member, register for events, make donations, sign up for newsletters, or otherwise interact with us (collectively, the “Services”).

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We are a nonprofit organization based in California dedicated to empowering horse enthusiasts through education, recreational opportunities, and advocacy for horse owners. We generally do not sell personal information as defined under California law.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers: Name, alias, postal address, email address, phone number, IP address, or other similar identifiers.

• Protected classifications: May include age range (e.g., for youth programs) or gender (where relevant to events).

• Commercial information: Records of products or services purchased (e.g., membership dues, event registrations, donations).

• Internet or network activity: Browser type, device information, pages viewed, time spent on site, referring/exit pages, and similar data collected via cookies or analytics tools.

• Geolocation data: Approximate location derived from IP address (not precise geolocation).

• Professional or employment-related information: May include occupation or equine-related affiliations if provided in membership applications.

• Inferences: Preferences or interests drawn from your interactions (e.g., interest in specific equestrian disciplines).

We collect this information directly from you (e.g., membership forms, event registrations, donation pages, contact forms) or automatically (e.g., cookies, server logs).

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide and administer membership services, events, programs, and activities.

• To process donations, memberships, registrations, and payments.

• To communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, event updates, membership reminders).

• To improve our website, programs, and services.

• To comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests, or protect our rights.

• For internal administrative purposes, such as data analysis, audits, and fraud prevention.

• To personalize your experience (e.g., tailored event recommendations).

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3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information as defined by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA). We may share your information in these limited circumstances:

• With service providers (e.g., website hosting, email platforms, payment processors like PayPal/Stripe, event management tools) who are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.

• With event co-hosts, sponsors, or partners solely for the purpose of administering specific events (with notice to you where required).

• To comply with law, respond to subpoenas, court orders, or government requests.

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4. Your California Privacy Rights (If Applicable)

If the CCPA/CPRA applies to our collection and use of your personal information, as a California resident you may have the following rights (subject to certain exceptions and verification):

• Right to know: Request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you as a member in the past 12 months.

• Right to delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to exceptions, such as legal obligations).

• Right to correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.

• Right to opt out of sale/sharing: We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information: We do not collect or use sensitive personal information beyond what is reasonably necessary.

• Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

We will verify your request and respond within 45 days (extendable by 45 days if necessary). You may authorize an agent to make a request on your behalf.

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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies for analytics and functionality. You can manage preferences via your browser settings.

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6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without verifiable parental consent.

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8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

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9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, contact:

California Equestrian Association:

1570 East F Street, Suite A165,

Oakdale, CA 95361

 

Email: info@ceainc.org

Phone: (209) 330-0083

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Thank you for your trust in the California Equestrian Association. We are dedicated to supporting California’s equestrian community while respecting your privacy.