Your privacy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 24 July 2026

What information we collect

  • Account information: When you register as a member or apply for membership, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and emergency contact details.
  • Event registration: When you RSVP to events, we record your attendance.
  • Membership information: Membership status, rider details (including age and horse details for Pony Club Victoria affiliation), and payment records.
  • Usage data: The app does not collect analytics, tracking data, or advertising identifiers.

How we use your information

  • To manage club membership and Pony Club Victoria affiliation
  • To communicate event details, news, and club announcements
  • To process membership fees and event registrations
  • To comply with Pony Club Victoria insurance and safeguarding requirements
  • To maintain emergency contact information for rider safety at events

What we don't do

  • We do not sell or rent your personal information
  • We do not share your information with third parties for marketing
  • We do not use advertising or third-party tracking SDKs in our app
  • We do not collect location data, browsing history, or device identifiers

Who has access

Access to member information is restricted to the BHDPC Committee (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, District Commissioner) and Pony Club Victoria (for affiliation and insurance purposes only). All committee members are bound by the BHDPC Child Safe Standards policy and the Pony Club Victoria Code of Conduct.

Data storage

Member data is stored securely through our platform provider (Base44) and Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Forms). Access is password-protected and limited to authorised committee members.

Children's privacy

BHDPC primarily serves riders under 18. Parent or guardian consent is required for all membership applications. We collect only the minimum information necessary for Pony Club Victoria affiliation, insurance coverage, and rider safety. No child's personal information is published publicly without explicit parental consent.

Your rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting admin@bhdpc.com.au.

Contact

Barwon Heads & District Pony Club Inc.

admin@bhdpc.com.au

Barwon Heads Village Park, 14 Geelong Road East, Barwon Heads VIC 3227

ABN: 85 995 683 781