Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for https://paws-dog-groomers.thebestlocalpro.com

Introduction

Welcome to our online platform, paws-dog-groomers (referring to ‘the Company’ or ‘we’). We are dedicated to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we handle data collected from our users in accordance with various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), USA
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), USA
  • Utah Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA), USA
  • Connecticut Total Data Protection Act (CTDPA), USA
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), USA
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), South Africa

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our website, applications, online services, and products offered through https://paws-dog-groomers.thebestlocalpro.com. However, it is important to emphasize that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, apps, or services linked from our site, which have their own privacy policies governing data collection and use.

Processing Activities

Our Privacy Policy guides your interactions when:

  1. You use our applications or services as an authorized user.
  2. You visit any of our websites referenced in this Privacy Statement.
  3. You receive communications from us via email, phone, or SMS/text messages, including newsletters and promotional content.

Personal Data Collection

We gather a range of personal information for various reasons to enhance your experience with our services:

  • Account Information: Details related to your account creation, such as username, password, and contact data.
  • Payment Information: Credit or debit card details, billing addresses, and payment history required for transactions.
  • Financial Information: Bank account numbers or other financial records for direct payments or refunds.
  • Purchase Information: Items bought from our services, quantities, and transaction dates.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device to personalize content.
  • Location Data: Your geographical location data when you interact with our apps or visit our physical locations.
  • Feedback: Reviews, comments, and suggestions provided by users to improve our services.
  • Social Media Information: User profiles, posts, and interactions shared on social media platforms that we may access for marketing purposes.
  • Product Information: Details about products you browse, search for, or purchase on our website.

We collect this data through direct user input, automated tracking technologies (like cookies), and third-party partnerships.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for navigating the site and using its core features.
  • Preference Cookies: Memorize settings and preferences to personalize your experience.
  • Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to provide insights and improve our services.

Users can control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your privacy settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless required or permitted by law to keep it longer. Once the retention period expires or upon request for deletion, we anonymize or securely delete the data from our systems.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your personal information:

  • Encryption: We use encryption for data at rest and in transit to protect sensitive details.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage secure third-party service providers to process data on our behalf, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data, following strict access protocols.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or store personal data from children under the age of 18. Our services are not directed towards individuals in this age group, and we urge parents or guardians to supervise their children’s online activities.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have various rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, or erasure of your data.
  • Right to restriction or object to the processing of your information.
  • Data portability, allowing you to move or copy your data.
  • The right not to be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact our dedicated privacy team at your earliest convenience.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed, and any changes will be published on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review these updates periodically.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or questions related to data privacy, please reach out to us:

We appreciate your trust in our privacy practices, and we are committed to continuously improving our standards as the digital landscape evolves.