Introduction

PuppiesCare.us (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website puppiescare.com (the “Site”).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Fill out a contact form
• Leave a comment on our blog
• Create an account
• Participate in surveys or promotions
• Communicate with us via email

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Location (city/state)
• Puppy’s breed and age (optional)
• Any other information you choose to provide

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

Usage Data:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages you visit on our Site
• Time and date of your visit
• Time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
• Operating system

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information and improve your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and Maintain Our Service:

• Deliver content and articles you request
• Send newsletters you’ve subscribed to
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Provide customer support

Improve Our Service:

• Analyze how visitors use our Site
• Understand user preferences and trends
• Optimize Site performance and user experience
• Develop new features and content

Marketing and Communications:

• Send you promotional emails (if you’ve opted in)
• Notify you about changes to our Site or services
• Provide information we think may interest you

Legal and Security:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies:
Required for the Site to function properly (e.g., security, site navigation)

Analytics Cookies:
Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site (Google Analytics)

Advertising Cookies:
Used by advertising networks to display relevant ads (Google AdSense, Media.net, etc.)

Preference Cookies:
Remember your settings and preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

Learn more about cookies:

• aboutcookies.org
• allaboutcookies.org

4. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information about you:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information.

Google’s Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Advertising Partners

We display ads through third-party advertising networks including:

• Google AdSense
• Media.net
• Other ad networks

These partners may use cookies to show you personalized ads based on your browsing history.

Opt-out of personalized ads:

• Google Ads Settings: adssettings.google.com
• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
• Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info

Email Service Provider

We use email marketing platforms (ConvertKit, MailerLite, etc.) to send newsletters. These services have access to subscriber information.

Affiliate Programs

We participate in affiliate programs (Amazon Associates, Chewy, etc.). When you click affiliate links, these companies may collect information about your purchase.

Social Media

Our Site includes social media features (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest). These features may collect your IP address and set cookies.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information with:

Service Providers:
Third-party companies that help us operate our Site (hosting, email services, analytics)

Advertising Partners:
To display relevant ads (as described in Section 4)

Legal Requirements:
When required by law, court order, or government request

Business Transfers:
If we’re involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

With Your Consent:
We may share information when you give us permission

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

However, please note:

• No internet transmission is 100% secure
• We cannot guarantee absolute security
• You provide information at your own risk

Security Measures We Use:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Regular security audits
• Limited access to personal information

7. Your Privacy Rights

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

For All Users:

Access: Request a copy of personal information we hold about you

Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information

Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information

Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time

Cookie Control: Manage cookies through browser settings

For California Residents (CCPA):

You have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

We do NOT sell personal information.

For EU/UK Residents (GDPR):

If you’re in the European Union or UK, you have rights under GDPR:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise your rights, contact us at: puppiescare@outlook.com

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we’ve collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at puppiescare@outlook.com.

Parental Control: Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child’s information by contacting us.

9. International Users

Our Site is operated in the United States. If you’re accessing from outside the US, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US.

By using our Site, you consent to:

• Transfer of your information to the US
• Processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy
• US privacy laws and regulations

10. Email Communications

Newsletter Subscriptions

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll send you:

• Weekly puppy care tips and articles
• Exclusive content and resources
• Occasional promotional offers (clearly labeled)

You can unsubscribe anytime:

• Click “unsubscribe” link in any email
• Email us at: puppiescare@outlook.com
• We’ll process your request within 2-3 business days

Transactional Emails

We may send non-promotional emails related to:

• Account information
• Responses to your inquiries
• Important Site updates

You cannot opt-out of transactional emails (but they’ll be infrequent).

11. Data Retention

How Long We Keep Your Information:

• Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
• Contact form submissions: 2 years
• Comments: Indefinitely (unless you request deletion)
• Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Account information: Until you request deletion

12. Third-Party Websites

Our Site contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites.

We recommend:

• Reading the privacy policy of any website you visit
• Being cautious about sharing personal information on external sites

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our practices
• Legal or regulatory changes
• New features or services

We’ll notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the “Last Updated” date
• Sending email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” (DNT) settings. Currently, there’s no industry standard for responding to DNT signals, so our Site does not respond to DNT browser settings.

15. Your California Privacy Rights

California Residents: Under California Civil Code Section 1798.83, you have the right to request information about how we share certain personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

We do NOT share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

16. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy?

📧 Email: puppiescare@outlook.com
📞 Phone: (555) 123-4567
📍 Mailing Address:
PuppiesCare.us

We’ll respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.

17. Consent

By using our Site, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Effective Date: December 21, 2025