🔐 GoodPaws.co – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/17/2026
Website: GoodPaws.co

GoodPaws.co (“GoodPaws,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services (the “Service”).

By using GoodPaws.co, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

A. Information You Provide

When you create an account or use the platform, you may provide:

• Name or username

• Email address

• Profile information

• Pet profile details (name, breed, birthday, photos, etc.)

• Posts, comments, and messages

• Contact information (if voluntarily provided)

You are responsible for the accuracy of the information you provide.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you use GoodPaws, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the platform

• Cookies and usage data

This helps us improve performance, security, and user experience.

C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in

• Remember preferences

• Improve site functionality

• Analyze traffic

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and operate the Service

• Create and manage user and pet profiles

• Improve user experience

• Communicate with you

• Respond to support requests

• Monitor security and prevent fraud

• Enforce our Terms of Service

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information:

A. With Other Users

Information you choose to post (profile details, pet photos, comments) is visible to other users according to your privacy settings.

B. With Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party services (hosting providers, analytics tools, email services) to operate the platform.

These providers are obligated to safeguard your data.

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or platform security.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information.

However, no system is 100% secure. You use the platform at your own risk.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce agreements

You may request account deletion at any time.

6. Account Deletion

If you choose to delete your account:

• Your profile will no longer be visible

• We may retain limited data for legal and security purposes

• Backups may persist temporarily

To request deletion, contact us at: [Insert Email Address]

7. Children’s Privacy

GoodPaws is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion

• Restrict processing

• Object to certain uses

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].

9. Third-Party Links

GoodPaws may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: Support [at] goodpaws.co
Website: GoodPaws.co

🐾 At GoodPaws.co, your trust matters. We are committed to keeping your information safe while building a positive space where every paw matters.