Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how foxminster.org collects and uses your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. As a platform dedicated to connecting adults aged 40-60 with organized walking groups and outdoor wellness activities, we take your trust seriously and ensure your information is treated with care and respect.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. This includes information you provide directly to us, as well as information we collect automatically when you interact with our platform.

• Personal Details: When you register or create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, age, location, and walking experience level.
• Profile Information: We may collect information about your fitness goals, preferred walking routes, pace preferences, and interests in Nordic walking or power walking techniques.
• Usage Data: We track how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on features, search queries, and participation in walking group schedules.
• Location Data: With your permission, we may collect GPS coordinates to help you find nearby walking groups and park trails in your area.
• Communication Data: We retain records of communications you send us, including support inquiries and feedback about our services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to deliver, maintain, and improve our walking club platform and services. Your data helps us personalize your experience and provide relevant content tailored to your interests and location.

• Providing access to organized morning walking groups, park trail schedules, and Nordic pole technique workshops
• Managing your account and processing registrations for seasonal step-count challenges
• Sending you updates about walking group schedules, trail conditions, and upcoming events
• Personalizing your experience based on your walking preferences and fitness level
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our platform features and user experience
• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Ensuring compliance with legal obligations and protecting against fraud

Data Protection and Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, and disclosure. We use industry-standard encryption protocols for data transmission and maintain secure servers. However, no method of electronic transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. We regularly review and update our security practices to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time, subject to legal and operational requirements.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information. You can manage your account settings and preferences directly through our platform. We provide you with control over communications, allowing you to opt out of promotional emails while maintaining essential service notifications about your registered walking groups.

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate information in your account
• Deletion: Request removal of your personal data, subject to legal obligations
• Opt-Out: Manage your communication preferences and unsubscribe from marketing emails
• Data Portability: Request your information in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze how you use our platform. Cookies help us understand which features are most valuable to our walking community and identify areas for improvement.

We use both essential cookies that are necessary for platform functionality and optional analytics cookies that help us measure engagement and optimize performance. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to access some features. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share limited information with service providers who assist us in operating our platform, processing payments, and delivering services. These partners are bound by confidentiality agreements and permitted to use your information only for the specific purposes we authorize.

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government request. We may also share information to protect our rights, prevent fraud, or ensure the safety of our users and platform.

International Data Transfers

Our platform operates within the United States. If you access our services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed within the United States. By using our platform, you consent to this transfer and acknowledge that U.S. data protection laws may differ from those in your country of residence.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of our platform following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.