Norte Youth Cycling Privacy Policy

Effective 2025

Commitment to Your Privacy

This Privacy Notice (“Notice”) is designed to inform you how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit www.norteyouthcycling.org (“Site”).

Norte Youth Cycling (“Norte”) may update or change this Privacy Notice. The effective date at the top of this page states when this Privacy Notice was last updated. Changes become effective when posted on our Site and apply to the personal information collected after that date.

By visiting our Site, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Notice and accept its terms. Your privacy online is important to us, and we want your experience with Norte to be safe and positive.

Because we gather certain types of information about Site users, we are providing this Notice so you understand what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

Personal Information We Collect

Depending on your interactions with Norte—through our website, in person, by phone, or via email—we may collect:

• Contact information: name, username, email address, postal address, birthdate, and phone number

• Payment information: methods and transaction details for donations, program registrations, or merchandise purchases

• Device & connection information: IP address, browser type, operating system, screen size, mobile network info, and other data automatically communicated by your device

• Site usage data: date and time visited, pages viewed, time spent, clicks/taps, keystroke or scroll activity, and content you provide (e.g., forms or messages)

• Photographs & video: images captured at Norte programs or events, or photos/videos submitted to us

• Demographic information: household information, number of children, age ranges, and gender (when voluntarily provided)

Sources of Personal Information

We collect information through:

• Forms, registrations, surveys, and voluntary submissions on our Site or in person

• Donations, event registrations, or merchandise purchases (online or by phone)

• Aggregated website traffic data, such as page views and general statistics

• Information provided by third parties, such as gift donations or sponsorships

• Photos or video taken at Norte programs or events

• Publicly available sources

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them without the prior consent of a parent or guardian. If you believe your child under 13 has submitted personal information to Norte without consent, please contact us at info@norteyouthcycling.org.

Norte does not sell or share personal information of consumers under the age of 16, except as provided in this policy.

Usage Tracking

We analyze general traffic patterns on our Site to improve our services. This may include browser type, domain, or search terms entered. We do not link this tracking data to individual users.

Cookies

We may use “cookies” to improve your browsing experience and track Site usage patterns. Cookies do not read data from your device or access information from other websites. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may limit access to some Site features.

Use of Information

Norte uses personal information to:

• Communicate with you about programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising initiatives

• Process registrations, donations, and merchandise orders

• Improve our Site and program delivery

• Conduct surveys or evaluations to better serve our community

Norte does not sell your personal information. We may share data with trusted staff, volunteers, contractors, or partners who help us operate our organization or as required by law.

Security

We use appropriate technical, physical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. While we strive to keep your data secure, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing or informational emails by:

• Contacting us at hello@norteyouthcycling.org

• Clicking “unsubscribe” in any of our electronic communications

Your Rights & Consent

By using our Site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Notice. If changes are made, they will be posted here.

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:

• The right to know what personal information we collect and share

• The right to request deletion or correction of personal information

• The right to limit use of sensitive information

• The right to opt out of data sharing (if applicable)

• The right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact hello@norteyouthcycling.org. Norte may verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Linked Websites

Our Site may link to other websites for convenience or information. Norte is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites.

Liability Statement

The Site and its content are provided “as is.” Norte disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and is not liable for any damages resulting from your use of the Site.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Privacy Officer

Norte Youth Cycling

Email: hello@norteyouthcycling.org

Phone: (231) 714-6218