Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 03/09/2026

Around The Bend Equine (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

This policy applies to all visitors and users of our website: around-the-bend-equine.com

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website.

Information You Provide

When you submit our contact form, we may collect:

First name
Last name
Email address
Any information you include in your message

You provide this information voluntarily when contacting us.

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, some technical information may be collected automatically when you visit the site, such as:

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Date and time of visits

This information helps maintain the performance and security of the website.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected to:

Respond to inquiries submitted through the contact form
Communicate with you about lessons, training, or equine services
Improve our website and services
Maintain website security and functionality
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal information under the following legal bases:

Consent
You voluntarily provide your information when submitting a contact form.

Legitimate Interest
We use the information to respond to inquiries and provide requested services.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Respond to your inquiry
Maintain appropriate business records
Comply with legal obligations

When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

Your information may be shared with trusted third-party service providers that help operate the website, including:

Website hosting providers (such as Wix)
Email services used to receive contact inquiries
Legal authorities when required by law

These providers only process information as necessary to provide their services.

Cookies and Website Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website performance.

Cookies may be used to:

Ensure proper website functionality
Understand how visitors interact with the site

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Your Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal data
Restrict or object to certain processing
Request a copy of your data (data portability)
Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect about you
Request deletion of your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Know whether personal information is sold or shared
Opt out of the sale of personal information

Around The Bend Equine does not sell personal information.

California residents may submit requests using the contact information below.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is completely secure.

Third-Party Services

Our website is hosted on the Wix platform. Wix may collect certain technical information necessary for the operation of the website.

You can review Wix’s privacy practices on their website.

Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the site, please contact us so it can be removed.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When updates are made, the revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Around The Bend Equine
Email: aroundthebendequine@gmail.com