Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 18, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how sportandhorse collects and uses your personal information when you visit our website about light hiking trails for retirees in Latvia. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways to provide and improve our services. When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain data about your device and browsing behavior, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This information helps us understand how visitors interact with our content about Gauja National Park trails, Sigulda cliff paths, and Līgatne nature trails.
If you choose to contact us with questions about our hiking guides or trail recommendations, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, and message content. We may also collect information when you subscribe to our newsletter for updates on senior-friendly day hikes near Cēsis and other trail information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to deliver and improve our website services. Your data helps us customize your experience, respond to your inquiries, and provide relevant hiking trail recommendations based on your interests. We analyze usage patterns to enhance the quality and accessibility of our content about light hiking routes suitable for retirees in Latvia.
We may use your email address to send you newsletters, trail updates, or information about new hiking guides in Gauja National Park and surrounding areas. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law or to provide essential services.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track website usage. These tools allow us to understand which hiking trail guides are most popular among our visitors and how to improve our content.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality on our website, but essential features will remain accessible. We use both session-based and persistent cookies to provide a seamless experience when browsing our guides on Sigulda trails and Līgatne nature paths.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to access, review, and request corrections to your personal information that we hold. You may also request that we delete your data, subject to certain legal obligations. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within thirty days or as required by applicable data protection laws.
You have the right to withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly. We respect your privacy choices and will honor your requests promptly. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, and disclosure. Our website uses secure connections (HTTPS) to encrypt data transmitted between your device and our servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We limit access to your personal information to employees and service providers who need it to perform their duties. We regularly review and update our security practices to address emerging threats. If we discover a data breach that compromises your information, we will notify you as required by law and take appropriate corrective measures.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites and resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites, including tourism boards, hiking organizations, or accommodation providers in the Gauja and Cēsis regions. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites before sharing your personal information.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please reach out to us:
Email: hello@sportandhorse.com
Phone: +371 67 234 891
Address: Elizabetas Street 45, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
We are here to help and will respond to your inquiries as quickly as possible. Thank you for trusting us with your information.