Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how the Michigan Quarter Horse Association (MQHA) collects, uses, and protects information you provide when using this website. By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

MQHA may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through forms, registrations, memberships, reservations, event entries, email communications, or other interactions with the website. This information may include:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Payment or billing information
Membership information
Event registration details
Information related to horse shows, youth programs, or competitions

MQHA may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
Cookies and analytics information

2. How We Use Your Information

MQHA may use collected information to:

Process memberships, registrations, and reservations
Communicate about shows, events, programs, and updates
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain records for association operations
Send newsletters, announcements, or promotional communications
Comply with legal obligations

MQHA does not sell personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve performance and understand how visitors use the website. Cookies help personalize your experience and provide website functionality.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some portions of the website may not function properly.

4. Sharing of Information

MQHA may share information with trusted third-party service providers that assist with:

Payment processing
Website hosting
Event registrations
Email communications
Analytics and website maintenance

Information may also be disclosed when required by law or necessary to protect the rights, safety, or operations of MQHA.

5. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, sponsors, or external event services. MQHA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

6. Data Security

MQHA takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Children’s Privacy

Some MQHA programs involve youth participation and youth events. Personal information relating to minors may be collected only as necessary for registrations, participation, or association activities and typically with parent or guardian involvement.

MQHA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent.

8. Email Communications

Users who provide contact information may receive emails regarding:

Membership updates
Show schedules
Reservations
Event announcements
Association news
Program information

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting MQHA directly.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You may request to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information where applicable
Opt out of certain communications

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

MQHA reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will become effective upon posting to the website. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updated policy.