Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 20, 2026.

The Oldenburg Horse Breeders' Society (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website at https://oldenburghorse.net or interact with us through the website.

This website is intended for users located in the United States.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you contact us through the website, by email, phone, or other communication channels. This may include:

• your name
• email address
• phone number
• mailing address
• any information you include in your message or inquiry

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically by our website server, hosting provider, or third-party tools used on the website. This may include:

• IP address
• browser type and version
• device type
• operating system
• referring website
• pages visited
• date and time of access
• general usage data

This information is generally used to operate, maintain, secure, and improve the website.

Website Hosting

Our website is hosted by a third-party hosting provider. When you visit our website, technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the date and time of access may be processed by our hosting provider in order to deliver the website, maintain security, prevent misuse, and ensure reliable operation.

Our hosting provider may process this information on our behalf and only as necessary to provide hosting, security, maintenance, and related technical services.

2. How We Use Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• respond to inquiries and requests
• provide information about our services, horses, events, or offerings
• operate, maintain, and improve our website
• understand how visitors use our website
• measure website performance and effectiveness
• protect the security and integrity of our website
• prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access
• comply with legal obligations
• communicate with you when necessary

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies, pixels, tags, scripts, or similar technologies to help the website function properly, improve user experience, understand website usage, and display third-party content such as maps and videos.

Cookies are small files stored on your device. Similar technologies may be used to collect information about your browser, device, and interactions with the website.

You can usually adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or notify you when cookies are being used. Please note that some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. Google Tag Manager

Our website may use Google Tag Manager, a service provided by Google LLC. Google Tag Manager helps us manage website tags and scripts from one central interface. Tags are small code elements that can be used to measure traffic, analyze visitor behavior, or integrate other services.

Google Tag Manager itself does not create user profiles or independently store personal information for analytics purposes. However, it can trigger other tags or services that may collect information, such as IP address, browser information, device information, pages visited, and interactions with the website.

If additional tracking or analytics services are activated through Google Tag Manager in the future, this Privacy Policy should be updated accordingly.

Your use of services provided by Google is subject to Google’s own privacy practices. You can learn more in Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Google Maps

Our website may use Google Maps to display maps, locations, or directions. Google Maps is a service provided by Google LLC.

When you interact with Google Maps on our website, Google may collect information such as your IP address, device information, browser information, location-related data, and usage information. Google may also use cookies or similar technologies depending on your browser settings and your interaction with the map.

Your use of Google Maps is subject to Google’s own terms and privacy practices. You can learn more in Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. YouTube Videos

Our website may embed videos from YouTube. YouTube is a service provided by Google LLC.

When you view or interact with an embedded YouTube video, Google and YouTube may collect information about your device, browser, IP address, video interactions, and usage activity. If you are logged into a Google or YouTube account, your activity may be associated with that account.

Your interaction with YouTube videos is governed by Google’s and YouTube’s own terms and privacy practices. You can learn more in Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

7. How We Share Information

We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• with service providers who help us operate the website or communicate with users
• with third-party services used on the website, such as Google Tag Manager, Google Maps, and YouTube
• if required by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or legal process
• to protect our rights, property, safety, users, or others
• in connection with a business transaction such as a merger, sale, or transfer of assets

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

For example, we may retain inquiry emails or communication records as needed to respond to requests, maintain business records, resolve disputes, or comply with legal obligations.

10. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights or choices regarding your personal information, including the ability to:

• request access to personal information we have about you
• request correction of inaccurate information
• request deletion of certain information
• opt out of certain communications
• adjust cookie settings through your browser

To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the contact information below.

11. California Privacy Notice

Our website is primarily intended for users in the United States. We do not sell personal information.

If you are a California resident, certain California privacy laws may provide additional rights regarding your personal information, depending on whether those laws apply to our business.

If you are a California resident and have questions about your personal information, you may contact us using the information below.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

13. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date above.

Your continued use of the website after any changes means you acknowledge the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us at:

The Oldenburg Horse Breeders' Society
120 Wall Street, 20th Floor
New York, NY 10005 USA
United States

Telephone: 212-752-2477
Email: info@oldenburger-pferde.com
Website: https://oldenburghorse.net/