Who we are
HSFGR is a registry for Heritage Silky Fainting Goats.
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at:
Mailing address:
Email: info@hsfgr.org
What information we collect
We collect information that you choose to share with us, including:
- Information on membership forms (name, contact details, basic farm info).
- Information on goat registration and transfer forms (your details plus animal information).
- Information you send through contact forms or email (questions, feedback).
- Information related to shows, youth participation, or judge applications, if you choose to take part.
We do not intentionally collect personal information from children without the consent of a parent or guardian.
How we use your information
We use the information you provide to:
- Maintain accurate registry records.
- Process memberships, registrations, transfers, and other services you request.
- Communicate with you about your account, forms, or registry updates.
- Improve our services and keep basic internal statistics (for example, how many goats are registered each year).
We do not sell your personal information.n your browser settings.
Sharing of information
We may share information:
- With service providers who help us operate the registry (for example, website hosting or email services).
- When required by law, or when necessary to protect the registry, our members, or the public.
We do not share your details for third-party marketing.
Website, cookies & basic analytics
Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to:
- Keep the site functioning (for example, remembering that you are logged in).
- Understand simple site usage (such as which pages are visited most).
You can usually control cookies in your browser settings.
How long we keep information
We keep registry records, membership and registration information as long as needed to:
- Maintain accurate herdbooks and show records, and
- Meet any legal or bookkeeping requirements.
If you stop being a member, we may still retain registration and show records connected to goats you registered, to protect the integrity of the registry.
Your Choices
You can:
- Contact us to update or correct your contact details.
- Ask questions about how your information is used.
Because registry records are part of the permanent history of the herdbook, we may not be able to remove all information about past registrations, transfers, or show results, but we will work with you to correct errors.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last updated” date at the top. Significant changes may also be noted on our website.