Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Foothills Riding Club
Website: https://foothillsridingclub.org
Last Updated: March 12, 2026
Foothills Riding Club (“FRC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or interact with our website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Who We Are
Foothills Riding Club is a nonprofit equestrian organization based in Landrum, South Carolina. Our website provides information about club membership, horse shows, events, and educational opportunities.
Our website address is:
https://foothillsridingclub.org
For privacy-related inquiries, you may contact us at:
Foothills Riding Club
PO Box 637
Landrum, SC 29356
Email: [email protected]
What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It
Contact Forms
If you submit a contact form through our website, we collect the information you provide, which may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Message content
This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry or provide requested information.
We do not use contact form submissions for marketing purposes unless you specifically opt in.
Membership Applications and Event Registrations
When applying for membership, registering for events, or submitting forms through the website, we may collect:
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Name
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Phone number
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Horse information (if applicable to show entries)
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Payment information (processed through PayPal)
This information is used for administrative purposes including:
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Processing memberships
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Registering participants for events
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Communicating about club activities
Payments
Payments made through our website may be processed using PayPal.
When you make a payment, your financial information is processed directly by PayPal. Foothills Riding Club does not store or have access to full credit card numbers or financial account details.
PayPal’s handling of your personal data is governed by their privacy policy.
Club Communications
If you provide your contact information through membership forms, event registrations, or website forms, Foothills Riding Club may use that information to communicate with you regarding club-related matters.
These communications may include:
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Event announcements
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Horse show information
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Membership renewals
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Volunteer opportunities
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Club updates and newsletters
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Schedule changes or important notices
Communications may be sent via:
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Email
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Text message
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Postal mail
We use this information only for legitimate Foothills Riding Club communication purposes. You may request to be removed from email or text communications at any time by contacting us.
Photography and Video at Events
Foothills Riding Club events, including horse shows, clinics, meetings, and social gatherings, may be photographed or recorded.
By attending or participating in Foothills Riding Club events, you acknowledge that photographs or video footage may be taken that include participants, horses, spectators, and volunteers.
These images or recordings may be used by the club for purposes including:
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Social media posts
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Club newsletters
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Website content
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Event promotion
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Historical documentation of club activities
Foothills Riding Club will make reasonable efforts to use images respectfully and appropriately. If you prefer that a specific image of you or your minor child not be used, please contact us and we will make reasonable efforts to remove it when possible.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help websites remember preferences and track usage. Cookies may be used to:
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Understand how visitors use the site
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Improve website functionality
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Maintain session information
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
Analytics
Our website may collect basic anonymous usage data such as:
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Pages visited
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Time spent on pages
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Device type or browser
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Referring websites
This information helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve content and functionality.
No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.
Who We Share Your Data With
Foothills Riding Club does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Your information may only be shared when necessary to operate the website or club services, such as:
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Payment processing providers (PayPal)
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Website hosting services
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Email or newsletter platforms used for club communications
These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services.
How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for administrative, membership, or event management purposes.
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Contact form entries may be kept for customer service purposes.
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Membership records may be retained for historical and administrative purposes.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have submitted personal information through our website, you may request:
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A copy of the personal data we hold about you
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That we correct or update inaccurate information
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That we delete your personal data (except where required for administrative or legal purposes)
To request this, please contact us at the email listed above.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Website form submissions and payment transactions may be processed through secure third-party services such as PayPal or website hosting providers.
These services may store or process data according to their own privacy policies.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information and maintain the security of our website. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as event partners or equestrian organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
Children’s Information
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Foothills Riding Club may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.