GDPR

GDPR

Last Updated:27/10/2024

At VibrantDogs.com, we respect and prioritize your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using this site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

  • Personal Data: We may collect personal data (such as name, email address, IP address) when you voluntarily provide it, for example, when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us.
  • Usage Data: We automatically collect non-identifying data such as browser type, device information, and pages visited to help us improve the site’s functionality.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

  • We process personal data under the following legal bases:
    • Consent: You provide explicit consent for data collection, for example, when subscribing to our newsletter.
    • Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfill a contract, such as providing you with information you’ve requested.
    • Legitimate Interests: We process data to improve our services and user experience while balancing your privacy rights.

How We Use Your Data

  • To Provide and Improve Services: We use your information to deliver content and improve our offerings.
  • Communication: If you subscribe, we use your email to send you newsletters, updates, and promotional content. You can unsubscribe at any time.
  • Personalization: Your data helps us personalize content and recommendations to enhance your experience.

Your GDPR Rights

  • Access: You can request access to your personal data.
  • Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data where it’s no longer needed for processing.
  • Restriction: You can request the restriction of processing your data.
  • Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a structured, commonly-used format.
  • Objection: You may object to data processing based on legitimate interests, including profiling.
  • Withdraw Consent: Where consent is the legal basis, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Your Email Address].

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance functionality and analyze site usage. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

Data Retention

  • We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. When data is no longer required, we securely delete it.

Data Security

  • We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

  • We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with third-party service providers (e.g., analytics or email marketing providers) solely for site improvement and communication, under strict data protection agreements.
  • Affiliate Links: Our site may contain affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link, your data may be shared with the third party, per their policies.

International Data Transfers

  • If you are located outside of the country where our website’s servers are located, your data may be transferred internationally. We take steps to ensure data is protected under applicable laws when it is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

  • We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or to meet legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage periodic review.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our data processing practices, or if you wish to exercise your GDPR rights, please contact us at [email protected]