Privacy Policy
blog.animalrescue.com is a website dedicated to sharing animal rescue stories, educational content, and information about animal welfare and adoption.
Your personal privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, protect, and use your personal identifying information. Please read this policy carefully, and if you have any questions, contact us through our contact form.
By using blog.animalrescue.com, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this policy. We may update this privacy policy as needed and will post notices of significant changes on the site.
Information We Collect
- Information you voluntarily provide via email, submission forms, or direct contact, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Location information (city, state, country)
- Information about rescued animals you wish to share
- Adoption applications and related documentation
- Stories and experiences you choose to share
Website Usage Information
We collect aggregate information about site usage to improve user experience, including:
- Browser type and language
- IP address
- Most viewed pages
- Site navigation patterns
- Technical information for error correction
How We Use Your Information
The information you share with us may be used to:
- Display rescue stories and adoption listings
- Process adoption applications
- Communicate about rescue activities and events
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Improve our website and services
- Contact you about changes to this policy
Your information may be shared with:
- Partner rescue organizations (for adoption purposes only)
- Website hosting and maintenance providers
- Email service providers
- Analytics services
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Public Content
Stories, photos, and information you submit about rescued animals may be publicly visible on our site. Please exercise caution when sharing sensitive information.
Your Rights and Control
You may:
- Access your personal information
- Update or correct your information
- Request deletion of your account
- Opt-out of communications
- Contact us to exercise these rights
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Improve site functionality
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site usage
- Enhance user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser, though this may limit some website features.
Security
We implement security measures to protect your information, including:
- SSL encryption for sensitive data
- Secure data storage
- Regular security updates
- Limited staff access to personal information
Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.
Advertising
We work with third-party advertisers to support our rescue mission. These advertisers may use cookies to serve relevant ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on our site may be affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links, which helps support our rescue operations.
Contact Us
For privacy concerns or questions, please contact us through our website’s contact form.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy. Significant changes will be announced on our website and through email notifications if you’ve opted in to communications.
This privacy policy was last updated on January 12, 2025.
Legal Compliance
We may disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of animals, our users, and our organization.
