Effective Date: Feb 1, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hobby Rodeo (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We value the privacy of our users (“user,” “you,” or “your”) and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you visit or use our website, [HobbyRodeo.com] (the “Site”).

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using the Site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

  1. Personal Information: This includes information you provide when creating an account, subscribing to our newsletter, filling out contact forms, or participating in any interactive features. Examples include your name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily share.
  2. Usage Data: We automatically collect certain information about how you access and interact with our Site. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the dates/times of your visits.
  3. Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to enhance user experience, analyze trends, and track usage. Cookies are small text files placed on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings, though disabling cookies may limit certain functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for purposes such as:

  1. Providing and Improving Services: To operate, maintain, and enhance the features of our Site.
  2. Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send you administrative and promotional messages (e.g., newsletters, updates).
  3. Personalization: To tailor content and user experiences based on your preferences.
  4. Analytics: To track and analyze trends, usage, and activities to improve user experience.
  5. Legal Obligations: To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights and safety of our users and third parties.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share or disclose your data in the following circumstances:

  1. Service Providers: We may engage third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services) who process information on our behalf.
  2. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, user data may be among the transferred assets.
  3. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to (i) comply with a legal obligation, (ii) protect and defend our rights or property, or (iii) prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Site.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Once we no longer need your personal information, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Security Measures

We take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your information. Nevertheless, no method of data transmission or storage can be guaranteed as 100% secure, and we cannot ensure or warrant the absolute security of your information.

7. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights with respect to your personal information, including the right to:

  1. Access, update, or delete the personal information we hold about you.
  2. Object to or restrict the processing of your personal information.
  3. Withdraw consent to our processing of your data (where we rely on consent as the lawful basis).

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below. We will respond to your request in a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We do not control and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with your personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of [13/16] (depending on your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If you believe we may have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can remove the data.

10. International Data Transfers

If you access our Site from outside [your main operating country], your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in other countries where our servers or third-party service providers are located. We take steps to ensure that your information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.