Privacy Statement for Dog Merickel and The Society For Dogs
Last Updated: November 1, 2024
Dog Merickel and The Society for Dogs value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information in connection with our services, which include our website (https://www.dogmerickel.com/), membership programs, and online community platforms.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information: We collect personal information you provide directly to us, such as:
- Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number
- Payment information for purchases and memberships
- Account information, including username and password when creating a membership account
- Any additional information you choose to provide (e.g., training interests, communication preferences)
Usage Information**: We automatically collect information about your interactions with our website and services, which may include:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage details, such as pages visited, time spent on our site, and interaction with our services
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies to understand how you use our site and services
2. How We Use Your Information
Dog Merickel and The Society for Dogs use your information to:
- Provide and improve our services, including customer support and user experience
- Process transactions, manage memberships, and communicate important information about our services
- Customize and enhance content based on your preferences and past interactions
- Send newsletters, updates, and marketing information (with your consent)
- Analyze data to improve the effectiveness and quality of our training programs and services
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell your information to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us deliver our services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers) and are contractually obligated to protect your information
- Legal Requirements: In response to legal processes, government requests, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, or the public
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, where information may be transferred as part of that transaction
4. Your Choices and Rights
- Access and Update: You may review and update your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us.
- Marketing Communications: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the instructions provided in those communications or contacting us.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, this may impact your experience with our site.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
8. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our services from outside the country where we are based, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in our country. By using our services, you consent to such transfer and processing in accordance with this Privacy Statement.
9. Changes to This Privacy Statement
Dog Merickel and The Society for Dogs reserve the right to update this Privacy Statement to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Changes will be posted on our website, and the date at the top will be updated. Continued use of our services following these changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Statement.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact us at JanieMerickel@gmail.com.