Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Hillary Biscay Fansite is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and engage with our resources celebrating Hillary Biscay’s endurance legacy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us via email
- Submit inquiries through our contact forms
- Engage with our content or resources
This information may include:
- Name and email address
- Training history and athletic background
- Race goals and performance objectives
- Any other information you choose to provide in communications
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Device information and operating system
This information is collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze website performance.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Content Delivery: To send you our newsletter, training insights, and educational resources you’ve requested
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, questions, and support requests
- Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and optimize our content and user experience
- Content Personalization: To provide relevant training guidance based on your athletic goals and experience level
- Security: To protect against unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure appropriate use of information
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery platforms, website hosting, analytics providers). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
We do not share your information with unaffiliated third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Hillary Biscay Fansite uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website performance.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and track your activity.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve content and user experience
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Managing Cookies
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure server infrastructure and encrypted data transmission
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
- Secure password protocols and authentication measures
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Specific retention periods:
- Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Email Correspondence: Retained for recordkeeping and to provide continuity in communications
- Analytics Data: Typically retained in aggregated, anonymized form for up to 26 months
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@hillarybiscay.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites and resources, including original article sources and affiliated content. This Privacy Policy applies only to Hillary Biscay Fansite. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Hillary Biscay Fansite does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Our website and resources are intended for adults. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from those in your jurisdiction. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
- Sending an email notification to newsletter subscribers for significant changes
Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@hillarybiscay.com
We respond to all legitimate privacy inquiries within 48 hours.
GDPR Compliance (European Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal Basis for Processing: We process your information based on consent, legitimate interests, or contractual necessity
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
- Data Protection Officer: For GDPR-related inquiries, contact us at info@hillarybiscay.com
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights
To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at info@hillarybiscay.com.