Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2, 2026

Introduction

LiveTheBay.org ("The Bay Ride", "we", "us", or "our") operates thebayride.com. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information when you use our website and register for our events.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
  • Emergency contact information
  • Payment information for event registration
  • Cycling experience and preferences
  • T-shirt size and other event-related preferences

We also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, through cookies and similar technologies.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process your event registration and payment
  • Send you event updates, safety information, and logistics
  • Respond to your questions and requests
  • Improve our website and events
  • Send promotional communications (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations

Advertising & Analytics

We use third-party advertising and analytics services, including Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) advertising. These services may collect information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide targeted advertising and measure ad effectiveness.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Event partners and vendors necessary to run The Bay Ride
  • Payment processors to complete transactions
  • Service providers who assist with our operations
  • Law enforcement when required by law

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. California residents have additional rights under the CCPA. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

Contact Us

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

LiveTheBay.org
Email: info@livethebay.org
Website: thebayride.com

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.