Updated on 2026-03-19

Privacy Policy — Cathay Camps

  1. Introduction Cathay Camps ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website gochinacamp.com and provides international youth summer camp programs. We are committed to protecting the personal information of our users, including parents, guardians, and the minors they enroll in our programs. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using our website or registering for our programs, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

  2. Information We Collect 2.1 Information You Provide to Us When you register for a camp program, contact us, or use our website, we may collect: • Parent or guardian name, email address, phone number, and country of residence • Child's name, date of birth, gender, nationality, and passport information • Emergency contact details • Medical information, dietary requirements, and allergy disclosures relevant to camp participation • Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers — we do not store full card details) • Correspondence with our team via email, WhatsApp, or WeChat 2.2 Information Collected Automatically When you visit gochinacamp.com, we may automatically collect: • IP address and general geographic location • Browser type and device information • Pages visited and time spent on the site • Referral source (how you found our website) This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function correctly as a result.

  3. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: • Process camp registrations and manage program logistics • Communicate with parents and guardians regarding program updates, schedules, and daily reports • Ensure the safety, health, and wellbeing of all campers • Process payments and issue receipts • Send program-related updates and, where you have opted in, promotional information about future programs • Comply with applicable legal obligations We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

  4. Children's Privacy Our programs serve minors between the ages of 8 and 17. We take the privacy and safety of children very seriously. Personal information about minors is collected solely for the purpose of administering camp programs and ensuring their safety. We do not use children's personal data for marketing purposes. All registration for minors must be completed by a parent or legal guardian, who consents to this Privacy Policy on the child's behalf.

  5. Sharing Your Information We may share your information with: • Hotels, transportation providers, and activity venues as required to deliver program services • Medical professionals in the event of a health emergency involving your child • Payment processors for secure transaction handling • Government or regulatory authorities where required by law All third parties who receive personal data are required to handle it in accordance with applicable privacy laws and our data protection standards.

  6. International Data Transfers As our programs are delivered in China, some personal information will be processed and stored in China. By registering for our programs, you acknowledge and consent to this transfer. We take reasonable steps to ensure that any such transfer is handled securely and in compliance with applicable laws.

  7. Your Rights Depending on your country of residence, you may have the right to: • Access the personal information we hold about you or your child • Request correction of inaccurate information • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: cathaycamps@gmail.com

  8. Photographs and Media During camp programs, photographs and videos may be taken for documentation and promotional purposes. By registering for a program, you consent to your child being photographed or filmed in group settings. If you do not wish for your child's image to be used in any promotional materials, please notify us in writing at the time of registration.

  9. Updates to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

  10. Contact Us Cathay Camps | cathaycamps@gmail.com | gochinacamp.com