Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 1st, 2023

At Patriots and Paws, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information that you share with us when you visit our website, donate, apply for a service dog, or engage with our services. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide when you interact with us, including:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details.
  • Donation Information: Credit card numbers, billing information, and donation history.
  • Application Information: If you apply for a service dog or other assistance, we may collect personal details related to your military service, mental health, and other necessary information.
  • Website Usage Information: We may collect data on your interactions with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited through cookies or other tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To process your donations, fulfill service dog requests, and communicate with you regarding your application or program participation.
  • To Communicate: To send you newsletters, event updates, and other communications related to Patriots and Paws’ activities. You may opt-out of marketing emails at any time.
  • To Improve Our Website: To enhance user experience, troubleshoot issues, and analyze how visitors interact with our site.
  • For Legal and Compliance Purposes: To comply with relevant laws, regulations, and legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following ways:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us with website hosting, payment processing, email communications, and other essential services. These service providers are obligated to use your data only for the purposes of assisting us in fulfilling our mission.
  • For Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to legal requests, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government investigations.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and provide targeted content or advertising. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of some parts of the website.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a commonly used format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@PatriotsandPaws.org

714-323-PAAW [7229].

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use secure server technology and industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your data. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal data.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes or to support our mission. These websites are not operated by Patriots and Paws, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:

Patriots and Paws
Address: 9121 Atlanta Avenue #471; Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Email: info@PatriotsandPaws.org
Phone: 714-323-PAAW [7229]