Effective Date: 3.1.2025

Pawsitively Pawsible Pet Rescue (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website [Insert Website URL] (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Site, engage with us, and use our services.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any of the terms in this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from users of our Site:

A. Personal Information

Personal information is any information that can be used to identify you. The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
• Demographic Information: Age, gender, and other similar information.
• Adoption and Donation Information: Information necessary to process adoptions, donations, and inquiries, including payment information (such as credit card details).
• Communication Information: Any messages or communications you send to us through the Site, such as inquiries or feedback.

B. Non-Personal Information

Non-personal information refers to information that does not identify you personally, including:

• Technical Information: IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and device information.
• Usage Information: Details about your interactions with our Site, such as pages viewed, time spent on the Site, and other browsing data. This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies.

2. Use of Your Information

We may use the personal and non-personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process and manage pet adoptions, donations, and other services.
• To communicate with you regarding your inquiries, requests, or feedback.
• To send you newsletters, promotional materials, and updates about our mission, events, and other activities.
• To improve the functionality and content of the Site, making it easier and more efficient for you to navigate.
• To analyze trends, site usage, and provide customized content and advertisements.
• To comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

3. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processors, email service providers, and analytics services. These third parties are required to use your information solely for the purposes of performing services for us and are obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., in response to a subpoena, court order, or government investigation).
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device and help us remember your preferences, analyze site usage, and improve the functionality of our Site.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Site.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmitting data over the Internet or storing data is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the following:

• Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
• Opt-out: You may opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action to remove such information.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

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

Pawsitively Pawsible Pet Rescue
Email: [Insert Email]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Address: [Insert Physical Address]