Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 21/03/2025
Lifeline Paws Corp (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website (www.lifelinepawscorp.org) and interact with our services, including donations, adoptions, volunteer applications, and inquiries.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website or services. This includes:
A. Personal Information (Provided by You)
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Donation Details: Payment method, billing information (processed securely via third-party providers like PayPal/Stripe)
- Adoption/Foster Applications: Personal details, household information, and references for pet adoption/fostering
- Volunteer Applications: Experience, availability, and contact information
- Event Registrations & Newsletter Sign-Ups: Email addresses for updates and communications
B. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
- Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and referral sources (collected via Google Analytics and cookies)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
✅ Processing Donations & Issuing Receipts
✅ Facilitating Adoptions & Foster Placements
✅ Coordinating Volunteer Activities
✅ Responding to Inquiries & Providing Support
✅ Sending Updates, Newsletters & Fundraising Appeals (only if you opt-in)
✅ Improving Our Website & User Experience (via analytics)
✅ Ensuring Security & Preventing Fraud
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information only when necessary:
- Payment Processing: Secure payment providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) process donations
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose information to authorities
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party partners that help us manage our website, newsletters, and analytics
All third parties adhere to strict confidentiality agreements and data protection standards.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience, track website performance, and analyze traffic patterns. You can opt out by adjusting your browser settings.
5. Data Security & Retention
We implement strong encryption, firewalls, and secure storage to protect your data. We retain personal information only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or compliance purposes.
6. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location (e.g., EU under GDPR, California under CCPA), you may have rights to:
- Access & Correct your personal data
- Request Deletion of your information
- Withdraw Consent from marketing communications
To exercise your rights, contact us at contact@lifelinepawscorp.org.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., donation platforms, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal data.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information, contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:
📧 Email: contact@lifelinepawscorp.org
📞 Phone: +1 (872) 210-6619
🌍 Website: www.lifelinepawscorp.org
LIFELINE PAWS CORP
3708 WEST FORK DRIVE
HOLLYWOOD, FL. US 33024
