Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for PetsAmerican
Last updated: September 18, 2024

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website, PetsAmerican (“Service”). It informs you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Terms with capitalized initial letters have specific meanings defined in this section. These definitions apply whether terms appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

  • Account: A unique profile created for you to access parts of our Service.
  • Affiliate: Any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with us.
  • Company: Refers to PetsAmerican (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve your experience on the Service.
  • Country: Refers to California, United States.
  • Device: Any device (computer, cellphone, tablet) capable of accessing the Service.
  • Personal Data: Information related to an identifiable individual.
  • Service Provider: Any person or company processing data on behalf of the Company.
  • Third-party Social Media Service: Social network sites through which users can log in or create accounts for the Service.
  • Usage Data: Information collected automatically when you use the Service.
  • Website: Refers to PetsAmerican, accessible at www.petsamerican.com.
  • You: The individual using the Service or, if applicable, the company or legal entity represented.

2. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data
When using our Service, we may ask you to provide identifiable information, such as:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Address, including state, province, ZIP/postal code, and city

Usage Data
Usage Data is collected automatically and may include your device’s IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time spent on pages, and diagnostic data.

Information from Third-Party Social Media Services
If you log in through a social media account, we may access your account information with your consent, such as name, email, activities, or contacts.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, tags) to monitor your activity and store information to improve our Service. You may configure your browser to refuse Cookies, but this may limit some Service features.

Types of Cookies we use include:

  • Necessary Cookies: Essential for authentication and security.
  • Cookies Policy Acceptance Cookies: Indicate user acceptance of Cookies.
  • Functionality Cookies: Save your preferences for a personalized experience.

For more details, please refer to our Cookies Policy.

3. Use of Your Personal Data

We use Personal Data to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Manage your Account and registration as a user
  • Fulfill contractual obligations, such as purchases
  • Contact you with updates or important notifications
  • Share information about similar products or services, if you opt in
  • Address your inquiries or requests
  • Conduct business transfers, if applicable
  • Analyze data to improve our Service

Sharing Your Personal Information

We may share your information in certain circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: To facilitate and monitor the use of our Service.
  • For Business Transfers: In connection with, or during, any sale or transfer of our assets.
  • With Affiliates: Who honor this Privacy Policy.
  • With Business Partners: To offer specific products or promotions.
  • With Other Users: In public areas of the Service.
  • With Your Consent: For any additional purpose you agree to.

4. Retention of Your Personal Data

We retain your Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, in compliance with legal obligations, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements.

Usage Data is typically retained for shorter durations unless used to enhance security or functionality.

5. Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information may be processed outside your jurisdiction where privacy laws may differ. PetsAmerican will ensure adequate data security and no transfer will occur without protective measures.

6. Managing and Deleting Your Personal Data

You may request to access, amend, or delete your data through account settings or by contacting us. We will accommodate requests unless we are legally obligated to retain certain data.

7. Disclosure of Your Personal Data

  • Business Transactions: Data may transfer in case of merger or asset sale.
  • Legal Requirements: Data may be disclosed to comply with legal obligations or protect users.

8. Security of Your Personal Data

While we prioritize the security of your data, no method of transmission over the internet is fully secure. We strive to use acceptable means to protect Personal Data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

PetsAmerican does not address individuals under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, please contact us to delete the information.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective when posted, and we will notify you via email or prominent site notice.

12. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy: