Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 21, 2024

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Doggy Training Hub (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit and interact with our website https://doggytraininghub.com, and purchase our products or services. We are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy in compliance with applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other U.S. privacy regulations.

By using our website or services, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

You: Refers to the individual utilizing the Service, or the company or other legal entity that the individual represents when accessing the Service. In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), You may also be described as the Data Subject or the User of the Service.
Company: Identifies [Your Business Name] (also referred to as “We,” “Us,” or “Our” in this document). Our legal address is [Insert Address]. For GDPR purposes, the Company acts as the Data Controller.
Affiliate: Refers to any entity that has control over, is controlled by, or is under joint control with another party. Control is defined as having ownership of at least 50% of shares, equity interests, or voting rights for appointing directors or managers.
Account: A personal and unique profile established by You to access or interact with our Service or specific features within it.
Website: Refers to [Your Website Name], which is available at [Insert Website URL].
Service: Denotes the functionality, products, and features accessible through the Website.
Country: Refers to the jurisdiction where the Company operates. For this policy, it is the United States, specifically [Insert State, e.g., New Mexico].
Service Provider: Any individual or organization authorized to process personal data on behalf of the Company. These providers may be third parties contracted to assist in delivering the Service, analyzing its use, or enhancing its features. Under GDPR, Service Providers are considered Data Processors.
Third-party Social Media Service: Any external platform or social network used by You to register or log into the Service.
Facebook Fan Page: A public profile established and maintained by the Company on Facebook for the purpose of engagement and communication.
Personal Data: Includes any information that identifies or can identify an individual. Under GDPR, this includes details such as name, identification numbers, location data, and online identifiers. Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), this extends to any data that can be associated with or linked to You, whether directly or indirectly.
Cookies: Small data files placed on your device by a website to store information about your browsing activities or preferences.
Usage Data: Refers to automatically collected information, such as details about how the Service is accessed or used, including page visit duration and activity logs.
Data Controller: Under GDPR, the Company acts as the entity responsible for determining the purposes and methods of processing Personal Data.
Do Not Track (DNT): A regulatory initiative in the U.S., led by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), designed to give users control over how their online activities are tracked across websites.
Business: As defined by the CCPA, refers to a legal entity engaged in the collection of Consumers’ Personal Information. This entity determines the purposes and means of processing such information and operates in the State of California.
Consumer: Under the CCPA, refers to a California resident. This includes individuals present in the U.S. for purposes other than a temporary or transitory reason, or individuals domiciled in the U.S. but temporarily outside the country.
Sale: As per the CCPA, encompasses the act of selling, renting, releasing, sharing, or transferring a Consumer’s Personal Information to another business or third party in exchange for monetary or other valuable compensation.

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically as you interact with our Service. This type of data may include information such as:

– Internet Protocol (IP) Address: The unique address of your device.

– Browser Information: Type and version of the browser you are using.

– Page Interaction: Pages of the Service you visit, time spent on each page, and navigation patterns.

– Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for your device.

– Visit Details: Time, date, and duration of your visit.

Mobile Access Data

When accessing the Service via a mobile device, we may collect additional data automatically, including:

Device Type: The model or type of mobile device you are using.

Unique Device ID: Specific identifiers tied to your mobile device.

Mobile IP Address: The IP address associated with your mobile connection.

Operating System: The mobile operating system in use.

Browser Details: The type of mobile browser being utilized.

Diagnostic Information: Other technical data to analyze and improve the Service.

Browser-Sent Information

In addition to the data above, your browser may automatically send us details whenever you visit our Service or access it via a mobile device. This includes diagnostic and usage information to enhance user experience and functionality.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We utilize cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our Service and to store specific information. These tracking tools include beacons, tags, and scripts, which help us collect data, enhance user experience, and analyze the effectiveness of our Service.

Your Control Over Cookies

You can configure your browser settings to block all cookies or notify you when a cookie is sent to your device. However, declining cookies may restrict your access to certain features or functionality of our Service.

Types of Cookies

We use two primary types of cookies:

Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device even after you disconnect from the internet. They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted once you close your web browser. They help manage your interactions during your current session on the Service.

By using our Service, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies unless you choose to disable them through your browser settings. Let us know if you have further questions about managing cookies.

We use both session and persistent Cookies for the purposes set out below:

Necessary / Essential Cookies

Type: Session Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies are essential to provide You with services available through the Website and to enable You to use some of its features. They help to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of user accounts. Without these Cookies, the services that You have asked for cannot be provided, and We only use these Cookies to provide You with those services.

Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies identify if users have accepted the use of cookies on the Website.

Functionality Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies allow us to remember choices You make when You use the Website, such as remembering your login details or language preference. The purpose of these Cookies is to provide You with a more personal experience and to avoid You having to re-enter your preferences every time You use the Website.

Tracking and Performance Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Third-Parties Purpose: These Cookies are used to track information about traffic to the Website and how users use the Website. The information gathered via these Cookies may directly or indirectly identify you as an individual visitor. This is because the information collected is typically linked to a pseudonymous identifier associated with the device you use to access the Website. We may also use these Cookies to test new advertisements, pages, features or new functionality of the Website to see how our users react to them.

Types of Cookies We Use

We employ both session and persistent cookies for specific purposes, as outlined below:

Necessary / Essential Cookies

Type: Session Cookies

Administered by: Us

Purpose: These cookies are critical for providing you with services offered through our Website and for enabling essential features. They assist in authenticating users and preventing fraudulent activities involving user accounts. Without these cookies, certain services you request cannot be provided, and we use them solely to deliver those services.

Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies

Administered by: Us

Purpose: These cookies identify whether users have accepted the use of cookies on our Website. This ensures compliance with user consent requirements and enhances your browsing experience.

Functionality Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies

Administered by: Us

Purpose: These cookies enable us to remember choices you make on the Website, such as login details or language preferences. Their purpose is to enhance your experience by personalizing interactions and reducing the need to re-enter preferences each time you visit.

Tracking and Performance Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies

Administered by: Third Parties

Purpose: These cookies gather information about traffic and user activity on the Website. The data collected may directly or indirectly identify you through pseudonymous identifiers associated with your device. We use this information to monitor performance, test new features or advertisements, and analyze user interactions to improve the Website’s functionality.

By understanding the types of cookies we use and their purposes, you can make informed decisions about how they enhance your experience on our Website. If you have further questions or need assistance managing your cookie preferences, feel free to reach out.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may process your Personal Data for the following purposes:

To Provide and Maintain Our Service
We use your data to ensure the proper operation of our Service and to monitor its usage for improvements and troubleshooting.

To Manage Your Account
Your Personal Data helps us manage your registration as a user, granting you access to features and functionalities available to registered users.

To Fulfill Contracts
We process your data to fulfill contractual obligations, such as managing the purchase, delivery, and compliance of products, items, or services you have acquired through the Service. This includes other agreements entered into between you and the Company.

To Contact You
We may contact you through email, phone calls, SMS, or similar methods (such as push notifications) to provide updates, information about your account, or notifications about products and services, including security updates when necessary.

To Inform You About Our Offerings
Your data may be used to send you news, special offers, or general information about similar goods, services, or events that we provide, unless you have opted out of receiving such communication

To Manage Your Requests
We process your Personal Data to address and handle any inquiries or requests you make to us efficiently.

Sharing of Your Personal Information

We may share your personal information under the following circumstances:

With Service Providers
Your information may be shared with third-party service providers for the following purposes:

Monitoring and analyzing how you use our Service.

Displaying advertisements to help support and maintain the Service.

Contacting you regarding updates or important communications.

Advertising our Service on third-party platforms after your visit.

Processing payments and managing transactions securely.

For Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or part of our business, your personal information may be shared or transferred to the involved parties as part of the transaction.

With Affiliates
We may share your data with affiliates, including our parent company, subsidiaries, joint ventures, or other entities under common ownership or control. These affiliates are required to adhere to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

With Business Partners
Your personal information may be shared with trusted business partners to offer products, services, or promotions that may interest you.

With Other Users
If you choose to share personal information or interact in public areas of our Service, such information may be visible to all users and potentially distributed outside the platform. If you connect through a Third-Party Social Media Service, your profile information, such as name, pictures, and activity, may be visible to your contacts on that platform. Other users may view your profile, communicate with you, or see your activity descriptions.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will keep your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes retaining your data to:

Comply with legal requirements, such as applicable laws and regulations.

Resolve disputes that may arise.

Enforce our legal agreements and policies.

Retention of Usage Data
Usage Data is retained for internal analytical purposes to help improve our Service. Typically, this data is stored for a shorter duration unless:

It is needed to enhance the security of our Service.

It is used to improve the overall functionality of our platform.

We are legally required to keep it for an extended period.

Transfer of Your Personal Data
Your information, including Personal Data, may be processed at the Company’s operating offices and other locations where the parties involved in the processing are situated. This means your data may be transferred to and stored on systems located outside of your state, province, country, or other jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ from those in your area.

Your Consent to Data Transfers
By agreeing to this Privacy Policy and submitting your personal information, you consent to its transfer to such locations.

Our Commitment to Data Security During Transfers
The Company will take all necessary measures to ensure that your Personal Data is handled securely and in alignment with this Privacy Policy. No transfer of your data will occur to any organization or country unless:
– Adequate Safeguards: Sufficient protections for your data and personal information are in place.
– Compliance with Privacy Standards: The transfer adheres to applicable data protection laws and security standards.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

In the event of a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your Personal Data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. You will be notified in advance if your data becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.
The Company may also disclose your Personal Data to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities, such as courts or government agencies. Additionally, we may share your data when necessary to protect the Company’s rights or property, investigate potential misuse of the Service, safeguard the personal safety of users or the public, or defend against legal claims.
These disclosures are undertaken only in good faith and when required or justified under applicable laws.

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of your Personal Data is a priority for us. While no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is entirely foolproof, we take extensive measures to protect your information and uphold your trust.
We utilize industry-standard practices, including at least 256-bit Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption, to secure the transfer of data between you and our website. SSL technology ensures that the data you share is encrypted and safeguarded against unauthorized access.
When transmitting your Personal Data to third-party services, such as payment processors, we ensure that similar encryption standards are applied to protect your information. These practices reflect our commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of your data.

Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Our Service Providers are granted access to your Personal Data strictly for the purpose of performing specific tasks on our behalf. These tasks may include, but are not limited to, payment processing, data analysis, marketing, and customer support.
Service Providers are contractually obligated to use your data only for the services they provide to us. They are prohibited from disclosing, selling, or using your Personal Data for any other purposes outside of their assigned responsibilities. We ensure that all Service Providers comply with this Privacy Policy and adhere to applicable data protection regulations.

Analytics
Third-Party Service Providers for Monitoring and Analysis
We may engage third-party services to monitor and analyze how users interact with our Service.

Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a web analytics tool provided by Google that helps us track and report website traffic and usage patterns. The data collected by Google Analytics is used to monitor user activity on our Service and may be shared with other Google services. Google may also use this data to personalize advertisements on its advertising network.
If you prefer not to have your activity tracked by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. This tool prevents Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing data about your website activity with Google Analytics.
For more details on Google’s privacy practices, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms page.
We encourage you to review the resources provided by Google to better understand how your data is used and how you can manage your preferences.

Behavioral Remarketing
The Company uses remarketing services to show advertisements on third-party websites after you have visited our Service. These services, provided by third-party vendors, use cookies to collect data about your browsing behavior, enabling us to optimize and deliver ads tailored to your interests based on your past activity on our Service.

Facebook Remarketing
The Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. This service allows us to show interest-based advertisements on Facebook’s platform and its associated sites.
Learn More About Facebook Ads: You can read about Facebook’s interest-based advertising policies here.
Opting Out: To opt out of Facebook’s interest-based ads, follow the instructions available on this page.
Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA). You can also opt-out of interest-based advertising through:
Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada: http://youradchoices.ca/
European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
Additionally, you can manage your preferences through your mobile device settings.
For more details on how Facebook handles your data, refer to their Data Policy.
We encourage you to explore these resources to understand your options for managing interest-based advertisements and ensuring your privacy preferences are respected.

Payments
We offer paid products and services within our platform and utilize third-party payment processors to handle these transactions securely. Your payment card details are not stored or collected by us; instead, this information is provided directly to our payment processors, whose use of your personal information is governed by their respective privacy policies.
These payment processors comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), managed by the PCI Security Standards Council—a collaborative effort by brands like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Adherence to PCI-DSS standards ensures the secure handling of payment information.
Our primary payment processors include:
Stripe: For details on their privacy practices, please visit their Privacy Policy.
PayPal: For information on how they handle your data, refer to their Privacy Statement.
We recommend reviewing these policies to understand how your personal information is managed during payment transactions.

Usage, Performance, and Miscellaneous

To enhance and improve our Service, we may rely on third-party Service Providers.

Invisible reCAPTCHA

We use Google’s Invisible reCAPTCHA to protect our Service and users from spam and abuse. This service collects information from your device for security purposes. The data collected by reCAPTCHA is processed in accordance with Google’s

By using our Service, you agree to the use of this security measure. If you have any concerns or questions about how reCAPTCHA functions, feel free to reach out to us for clarification.

GDPR Privacy

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We may process your Personal Data under the following conditions:

Consent: You have explicitly provided your consent for one or more specific purposes.

Performance of a Contract: The processing is necessary for fulfilling a contract with you or for taking pre-contractual steps at your request.

Legal Obligations: The processing is required to comply with legal obligations to which the Company is subject.

Vital Interests: The processing is essential to protect your vital interests or those of another individual.

Public Interests: The processing relates to a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority granted to the Company.

Legitimate Interests: The processing is necessary to achieve the legitimate interests pursued by the Company, provided these do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.

Your Rights under the GDPRRights for EU Citizens and Residents under GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants EU citizens and residents control over their personal data. You can learn more about your rights under GDPR by visiting the GDPR Portal. Below is a summary of your rights under GDPR and this Privacy Policy:
Access Your Data
You can request access to the personal data we hold about you, including updates, corrections, or deletion. Where possible, you can manage this directly in your account settings. If not, contact us for assistance.
Correction
You have the right to request correction of incomplete or inaccurate personal data.
Object to Processing
You can object to data processing based on our legitimate interests, particularly if it affects your situation, or if we process your data for direct marketing.
Erasure
You can request the deletion of your personal data. While we usually honor such requests, exceptions may occur, such as legal obligations or ongoing contractual requirements.
Data Transfer
You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format, or ask us to transfer it to a third party where applicable.
Withdraw Consent
If processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time. However, withdrawing consent may limit access to certain services.
Restrict Processing
You may request the restriction of data processing if:
You contest the data’s accuracy (processing will pause while we verify).
You oppose data deletion but want its use limited.
The data is no longer needed, but must be preserved for legal claims.
You object to processing, and we are evaluating your objection.
Notification
You will be informed promptly of any significant use of your personal data, data rectification, or erasure. In case of a data breach involving your personal data, we will notify you and relevant authorities within 72 hours.
Reject Automated Decisions
You have the right to refuse automated decision-making processes that produce significant or legal effects on you.
If you have concerns or wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We are committed to respecting your data privacy and addressing any issues promptly.

Exercising Your GDPR Data Protection RightsYou can exercise your rights, such as access, rectification, erasure, or objection, by contacting us directly. To ensure the security of your data, we may require verification of your identity before processing your request. We strive to address all requests promptly and in compliance with applicable laws.
If you are dissatisfied with how we handle your personal data, you have the right to file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority within the European Economic Area (EEA). For more details, please contact the relevant authority in your region.

Facebook Fan PageData Controller for the Facebook Fan Page
The Company acts as the Data Controller for Personal Data collected through our Service. Regarding the Facebook Fan Page ([Insert Your Facebook Fan Page Link]), the Company and Facebook are considered Joint Controllers.
The Company has entered into agreements with Facebook that outline the shared responsibilities for managing the Facebook Fan Page, in line with Facebook’s Terms of Service.
For details on how Facebook processes Personal Data, please review their Privacy Policy. You can also contact Facebook directly online or by mail at:
Facebook, Inc.
ATTN: Privacy Operations
1601 Willow Road
Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States
If you have further questions regarding your Personal Data on the Facebook Fan Page, feel free to reach out to us.

Facebook InsightsWe utilize the Facebook Insights function as part of managing our Facebook Fan Page to gain anonymized statistical data about our users, in compliance with the GDPR. This allows us to better understand user interactions and improve our offerings.
To enable this functionality, Facebook places a cookie on the device of anyone visiting our Facebook Fan Page. This cookie contains a unique identifier and remains active for up to two years unless deleted by the user before that time.
Facebook collects, processes, and uses the information stored in the cookie, particularly when users interact with Facebook services, other services provided by Facebook-affiliated members, or companies that use Facebook services.
For more information about Facebook’s privacy practices and cookie usage, please review their Privacy Policy.

CCPA Privacy Rights for California ResidentsUnder the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents are entitled to the following rights regarding their Personal Data:
1. Right to Notice
You have the right to be informed about the categories of Personal Data collected and the purposes for which they are used.
2. Right to Access / Right to Request
You may request and obtain information regarding the disclosure of your Personal Data collected in the past 12 months by the Company or its subsidiaries, including details of any data shared with third parties for direct marketing purposes.
3. Right to Opt-Out of Data Sales
You have the right to request that the Company not sell your Personal Data to third parties. You can exercise this right by visiting our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” page.
4. Right to Know About Your Personal Data
You may request details about:
The categories of Personal Data we collect.
The sources of that data.
The business or commercial purposes for collecting or selling the data.
The categories of third parties with whom we share your data.
Specific pieces of Personal Data we have collected about you.
5. Right to Delete Personal Data
You may request the deletion of your Personal Data collected within the past 12 months. In some cases, exceptions may apply, such as compliance with legal obligations or completing ongoing transactions.
6. Right to Non-Discrimination
You have the right not to face discrimination for exercising your rights under the CCPA. This means:
You will not be denied goods or services.
You will not be charged different prices or rates for goods or services.
You will not receive a different level or quality of goods or services.

Exercising Your CCPA Data Protection RightsIf you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA, you may contact us via email, phone, or through our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” page.
The Company will respond to your verifiable request and provide the necessary information free of charge within 45 days. If additional time is needed, we may extend this period by another 45 days with prior notice.

Do Not Sell My Personal InformationThe Company does not directly sell personal information. However, our Service Providers, such as advertising partners, may use technology that qualifies as a “sale” of personal information under CCPA definitions.
If you would like to opt out of such activity, follow these steps:
Website
To opt out of personalized ads or potential data sales, you can use one of the following methods on our website:
Interact with our “Cookie Consent” banner.
Use the “CCPA Opt-out” banner.
Select the “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link.
Opting out will place a cookie in your browser that ensures your preferences are saved. Please note that this opt-out is specific to the browser you are using. If you switch browsers or delete your cookies, you will need to opt out again.

Mobile DevicesTo opt out of interest-based ads on mobile devices, follow these steps based on your operating system:
Android: Enable “Opt out of Interest-Based Ads” or “Opt out of Ads Personalization.”
iOS: Enable “Limit Ad Tracking” in your device settings.
You can also stop the collection of location-based information by adjusting your mobile device’s privacy settings.

“Do Not Track” Policy (CalOPPA)
Our Service does not respond to “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals from web browsers. However, some third-party websites may monitor your online activities. If you do not want to be tracked, you can adjust your browser settings to enable or disable DNT. To do so, visit the preferences or settings page of your web browser.

Children’s PrivacyOur Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us immediately. If we discover that a child under 13 has shared Personal Data without parental consent, we will promptly delete that information from our servers.
In cases where consent is required for processing Personal Data and the law mandates parental approval, we may require a parent or guardian’s consent before collecting or using the child’s information.

Links to Other WebsitesOur Service may include links to external websites that are not operated by us. By clicking on a third-party link, you will be redirected to that third party’s website. We recommend that you review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit to understand how your data may be collected, used, or shared.
We do not have control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services and cannot assume responsibility for them. If you have concerns about a linked site, we encourage you to contact the operator directly.

Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date at the top of the policy will be updated accordingly.
We will notify you of significant changes through email and/or a prominent notice on our Service before they take effect.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data. Changes become effective once posted on this page.

Contact UsIf you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact@doggytraininghub.com