This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Use, and Refund Policy. Together, these documents govern your use of the Website.
Carmen Cunningham / Pawstination (“company”, “us”, “we”, “our” or “I”) operates the www.pawstination.com website (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”), and we take our commitment to respecting the privacy of your personal information very seriously. The term “you” refers to anyone who uses, visits, and/or views the Website.
By accessing this Website, you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy, which governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data and the choices you have associated with that data.
It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically for any updates or changes. Continued use of the Website after such updates constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of those changes.
If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the Website.
CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from anyone under the age of 13. This Website and its content are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years old. If you believe we have collected data from a minor without parental or guardian consent, please contact us immediately so we can remove the information.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our Website and to serve you better.
1. PERSONAL DATA
When you interact with the Website (subscribe, comment, make purchases, fill out forms, contact us, etc.), we may collect:
- Email address
- First and last name
- Phone number
- Address
- Avatar/profile image
- Payment information (processed via third-party providers)
- Cookies and usage data
This information helps us to:
- Provide customer service and process transactions
- Send newsletters, updates, and promotions
- Personalize your user experience
- Improve the Website and our offerings
- Recommend partner products or services (affiliate promotions)
You may opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails.
2. USAGE DATA / LOG DATA
We automatically collect data such as your IP address, browser type/version, device type, pages visited, timestamps, and location data via tools like Google Analytics to monitor Website traffic and usage patterns.
3. TRACKING & COOKIES
Cookies are small data files used to enhance your experience. These include:
- Session Cookies for site operation
- Preference Cookies to remember settings
- Security Cookies for authentication and protection
- Advertising Cookies to personalize ads
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. Some features of the Website may not function properly without them.
4. PIXELS & WEB BEACONS
Third parties (such as Facebook, Instagram, or Google) may use tracking technologies like pixels or tags to monitor your interaction with our content and serve relevant ads. We may also use social media pixels to track conversions and optimize campaigns.
COMMENTS AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONS
When you leave comments, your input and metadata are retained indefinitely. Gravatar may use your email hash to display a profile image, per their policy.
Engaging with us via social platforms is voluntary and any information you share becomes public. We are not responsible for how others use this data.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS & AFFILIATES
Pawstination may contain links to third-party websites or promote affiliate products. If you click these links and make purchases, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Always review third-party privacy policies before engaging with them.
Embedded content (videos, images, articles) from third-party websites behaves the same as if you had visited the source site directly and may include their own tracking.
We may also display ads via networks like Google AdSense.
DATA RETENTION
Pawstination retains your data only as long as necessary to fulfill purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations.
DATA DISCLOSURE
We do not sell or share your personal data, except:
- With trusted service providers to run our Website and deliver services
- To comply with legal obligations
- To investigate or prevent potential wrongdoing
- In connection with a business transfer, acquisition, or dissolution
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
DATA SECURITY
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Payment data is processed by secure third-party providers and not stored directly on our Website.
By using this Website, you agree to hold us harmless for any breach or unauthorized use of your data beyond our control.
EMAIL MARKETING
By subscribing, you agree to receive emails related to updates, promotions, and content. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails.
We do not sell or share your email address with third parties without consent.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR (EU USERS)
If you are in the EEA, you are entitled to the following:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data
- Object to processing or request restriction
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at: admin@pawstination.com
You may also file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
WEBSITE SERVICE PROVIDERS
We may use third-party providers to:
- Host and maintain the Website
- Deliver emails and marketing
- Provide analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Display ads (e.g., Google AdSense)
These parties are only given access to necessary data and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking here and learn about Google’s privacy terms here.
PRIVACY POLICY UPDATES
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The “Last Modified” date at the top will reflect the most recent changes. Please check this page periodically. Continued use of the Website implies your acceptance of any changes.
CONTACT US
For questions about this Privacy Policy, email us at:
📧 admin@pawstination.com