Privacy Policy

Introduction

At PawsAndWhiskers, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, information we collect automatically when you use our services, and information from third-party sources.

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following types of personal information when you provide it to us:

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Pet information (name, breed, age, health conditions)
• Account credentials
• Payment information (credit card details, billing address)
• Correspondence you send to us
• Survey responses and feedback

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website or use our services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log information (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
• Device information (hardware model, operating system)
• Location information
• Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Processing transactions and sending related information
• Responding to your requests, comments, or questions
• Sending administrative information and service updates
• Sending marketing communications
• Personalizing your experience
• Analyzing usage patterns and improving our services
• Protecting against fraudulent or illegal activity
• Complying with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with the following categories of third parties:

• Service providers who perform services on our behalf
• Business partners with your consent
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Professional advisors such as lawyers, auditors, and insurers
• Potential buyers in the event of a business sale or merger

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to restrict or object to processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to improve your experience on our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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 determining how long to keep your information, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, and the purposes for which we process the data.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of these third parties before providing any information to them.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We have taken appropriate safeguards to require that your personal information will remain protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date, and the updated version will be effective as soon as it is accessible. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy frequently to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: