1. Introduction

Welcome to EntertainYourPet.com ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our pet location and event finder platform.

EntertainYourPet.com provides a comprehensive platform for finding dog parks, cat cafes, pet adoption events, and pet safety resources across the United States. We believe in providing these services while respecting your privacy and maintaining the security of your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Contact Information: When you contact us through our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
Newsletter Subscription: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
Search Queries: ZIP codes and location searches you enter to find pet-friendly locations and events.
Feedback and Communications: Any feedback, suggestions, or communications you send to us.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation paths.
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS coordinates).
Log Data: IP addresses, access times, referring URLs, and error logs for security and performance monitoring.

2.3 Third-Party Data

Pet Adoption Data: We access public pet adoption information through the PetFinder API to display current adoption events and available pets.
Location Data: We use publicly available data about dog parks, cat cafes, and pet-friendly venues.
Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics and Ahrefs to understand website usage patterns and improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Provision: To provide you with pet location and event information based on your searches.
Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters (if subscribed), and provide customer support.
Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, improve our website functionality, and enhance user experience.
Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
Analytics: To understand how our website is used and to improve our services.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, including:

Hosting Services: Vercel (website hosting and deployment)
Analytics Services: Google Analytics and Ahrefs (website analytics)
Email Services: For newsletter delivery and communication
API Providers: PetFinder API for pet adoption data

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (Google Analytics, Ahrefs).
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and improve your experience.
Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements.

5.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

View and delete cookies
Block cookies from specific websites
Block third-party cookies
Clear all cookies when you close your browser

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/SSL protocols.
Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis.
Regular Updates: We keep our security measures and software up to date.
Monitoring: We monitor for security threats and unauthorized access attempts.
Data Minimization: We collect only the information necessary to provide our services.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your data using industry-standard practices.

7. Your Privacy Rights

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

7.1 General Rights

Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements).
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters and marketing communications.

7.2 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

7.3 European Residents (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right of access to your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact form.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us through our contact form.

9. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in the United States, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only 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. Specifically:

Contact Form Data: Retained for up to 2 years for customer service purposes
Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
Log Files: Retained for up to 90 days for security and performance monitoring

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

Pet adoption websites and shelter pages
Dog park and cat cafe websites
Pet safety resource websites (ASPCA, Red Cross, AVMA)
Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Notify users of significant changes through our website or email
Provide a summary of key changes when appropriate

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website contact form:

Contact Form: Use our contact form

Website: https://entertainyourpet.com

We will respond to your privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt through our contact form.

14. Acknowledgment

By using EntertainYourPet.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our website.