Effective Date: June 18, 2025
DoggieBark.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.doggiebark.com.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not access the site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information to operate effectively and improve your experience.

a. Personal Information

When you interact with our site, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if applicable)
  • Any personal details shared through contact forms, comments, or newsletter subscriptions

b. Non-Personal Information

Collected automatically through cookies, log files, and third-party tools:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device data
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of access
  • Referring website

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the website
  • To send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (only if you opt-in)
  • To respond to your inquiries or comments
  • To improve user experience and site content
  • To analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • To comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze traffic and behavior
  • Serve targeted ads (including via third-party providers like Google AdSense)
  • Monitor affiliate link performance

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that some features of the site may not function properly without them.

4. Third-Party Services

We may share limited data with third-party service providers under confidentiality agreements for:

  • Email marketing (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising (e.g., Google AdSense, Amazon Associates)
  • Affiliate networks

These services may use cookies and similar technologies to track user behavior across websites.

Important: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services linked to or from DoggieBark.com.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

DoggieBark.com is a participant in various affiliate programs. Some links on our site may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. All affiliate links are clearly marked or disclosed within the content.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes described above
  • Comply with legal and contractual obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

8. Your Privacy Rights

a. GDPR (for EU/EEA Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct or delete your data
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@doggiebark.com.

b. CCPA (for California Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Know what personal data we collect and how it is used
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell your data)

To submit a request, email us at hello@doggiebark.com with the subject line “CCPA Request”.

9. Children’s Privacy

DoggieBark.com does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are visiting from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the U.S. By using our site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the U.S. and other countries.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: hello@doggiebark.com
Website: https://www.doggiebark.com