Last Updated: June 2024
At Clearwater Kennels, accessible at clearwaterkennels.com, we are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect from our website visitors, how we use and safeguard that information, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information from our users to provide and improve our services. The information we collect falls into the following categories:
1.1 Personal Information
Personal information is any data that can be used to identify you as an individual. We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name: When you fill out forms or request information.
- Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, request information, or communicate with us.
- Phone Number: When you contact us for inquiries or customer support.
- Mailing Address: If provided voluntarily for services such as adoption or mailing of documents.
- Other Voluntary Information: Any additional information you provide when communicating with us via forms, surveys, or email.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect non-personal information that cannot be used to identify you directly. This includes:
- Browser Information: Type of browser, version, and settings.
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clickstream data, and referring/exit URLs.
- IP Address: Automatically collected for security and analytics.
- Location Information: General geographic location derived from your IP address.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: To process your requests, manage your account, and deliver the services you request.
- To Improve Our Website: To analyze how our website is used and improve its functionality, content, and user experience.
- To Communicate with You: To respond to your inquiries, send you updates, newsletters, or promotional materials you have opted in to receive.
- To Ensure Security: To monitor and protect the security of our website and users, and to detect and prevent fraud or abuse.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Clearwater Kennels uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you use our website.
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, recognize you on return visits, and gather usage data.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of our website, such as maintaining sessions and security.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information about how visitors use our site to help us improve performance and user experience.
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to gather aggregated data about site traffic and interaction, which helps us improve our website.
- Advertising Cookies: (If applicable) Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness.
3.3 Managing Cookies
Most browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by Clearwater Kennels. These links are provided for your convenience and reference. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our site. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.
5. Affiliate Links
Clearwater Kennels may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means that we may earn a commission if you click on or make purchases via affiliate links on our website. Affiliate links are typically provided for products or services we believe may be of value to our users.
The presence of an affiliate link does not influence our editorial content or product recommendations. We will always identify affiliate links within our content where applicable.
When you click on an affiliate link, you may be redirected to a third-party website. Please note that third-party websites operate under their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review those policies before providing any personal information.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services to you. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes specified.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of Clearwater Kennels, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change and your choices regarding your information.
7. Data Security
We take the security of your information seriously and implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please understand that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
9. User Rights and Choices
As a user of clearwaterkennels.com, you have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information:
9.1 Right to Access
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions as permitted by law.
9.2 Right to Correction
If you believe that any information we hold about you is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or update your information.
9.3 Right to Deletion
You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations that may require us to retain some data.
9.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information, under certain circumstances.
9.5 Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.
9.6 Right to Data Portability
You have the right to request that we transfer your personal information to another organization, or directly to you, in a structured and commonly used electronic format.
9.7 Managing Your Preferences
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails. You may also manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
11. International Data Transfers
Clearwater Kennels is based in the United States. If you access our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers are located. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.
We will take appropriate measures to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Please review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
- The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
- The right to request deletion of your personal information.
- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (note: Clearwater Kennels does not sell your personal information).
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please refer to the user rights section above.
14. European Union Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
- The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- The right to restrict or object to processing.
- The right to data portability.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
For more information or to exercise your rights, please refer to the user rights section above.
15. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. At this time, clearwaterkennels.com does not respond to DNT signals due to the lack of a consistent industry standard. However, you may still manage your tracking preferences by adjusting your browser settings.
16. Links to Social Media
Our website may include links to our profiles on social media platforms. If you interact with these links, the social media platforms may collect information about you in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those platforms before interacting with them.
17. Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law, and will take all necessary measures to mitigate the breach.
18. Your Consent
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of your information as described herein.
19. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State in which Clearwater Kennels operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
20. Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of June 2024 and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.