Effective Date: March 18, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to The Rare Paws (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://therarepaws.com/ and engage our services. It also outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data Controller
The Rare Paws operates as the data controller for the personal data collected through our website and services. Our contact details are:
- Business Name: The Rare Paws
- Email: therarepaws@gmail.com
- Address: Himachal Pradesh, India
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
- Business Information: Company name, industry, and business requirements.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and information about your visit, including pages viewed and links clicked.
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and services.
4. How We Collect Data
We collect personal data through:
- Direct Interactions: When you fill out forms, request services, or communicate with us via email or phone.
- Automated Technologies: As you interact with our website, we may automatically collect technical data using cookies and similar technologies.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Performance of a Contract: To provide and manage our services as agreed upon with you.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, manage our relationship with you, and ensure the security of our website.
- Consent: For specific purposes where you have provided explicit consent, such as subscribing to newsletters.
6. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide and manage our website development services.
- To communicate with you regarding inquiries, requests, or support.
- To process transactions and manage payments.
- To personalize your experience on our website.
- To improve our website, products, and services through analytics.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in providing our services, such as payment processors and hosting providers.
- Legal Obligations: Authorities or legal entities when required by law or to protect our rights.
8. International Data Transfers
As we operate from India, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with GDPR requirements.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
11. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request access to your personal data.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances.
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at therarepaws@gmail.com.
12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy.
13. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: therarepaws@gmail.com
- Address: Himachal Pradesh, India
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our data practices as described.