Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: Tue 18 Feb, 2025

forpawssake (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.forpawssake.co or engage with us through other channels, such as social media or donations.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information from you in the course of interacting with our website and services. This may include:

• Personal Information:

  • Name
  • Email Address
  • Postal Address
  • Phone Number
  • Payment Information (credit/debit card details, PayPal, etc.)
  • Donation History
  • Communication Preferences
  • Any other information voluntarily submitted through forms, surveys, or other interaction points

• Non-Personal Information:

  • Browser type and version
  • IP address
  • Pages viewed on our website
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website or social media profile

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for various purposes, including:

• To process donations and send confirmation receipts
• To communicate updates, newsletters, and promotional content (only if you’ve opted in)
• To improve and personalize your experience on our website
• To respond to inquiries, feedback, or support requests
• To analyze website performance and understand how users interact with our content
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. How We Share Your Information

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

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist in processing donations, managing our website, or supporting our operational functions.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or investigate fraud.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of forpawssake, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When data is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of or anonymize it.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes using secure servers, encryption, and regular security audits. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website, track usage patterns, and analyze trends. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access and Correction: You can request to access and update the personal information we hold about you.
• Opt-out of Communications: If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails, you can opt-out by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us directly.
• Delete Your Information: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.
• Data Portability: In certain cases, you can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@forpawssake.co.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. forpawssake is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with your information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside Pakistan, please note that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. By using our services, you consent to such transfers, which may not have the same data protection laws as your country.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at: info@forpawssake.co