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School Dogs Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Last Updated: [Insert Date]

Introduction

School Dogs (“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 SchoolDogs.com, participate in our puppy adoption programs, attend our events, or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Puppy Adoption Information: Family details, housing situation, previous pet experience
• Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Event Participation: Information when you attend puppy socialization events or meet our Forever Families
• Community Participation: Profile information, posts, and interactions in our BuddyBoss community platform
• Course Enrollment: Information related to educational content and learning progress through LearnDash

Information Collected Automatically

• Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, device information
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: To enhance your browsing experience and remember your preferences
• Location Information: General geographic location for event notifications and puppy availability in your area

Information from Third Parties

• Forever Family Updates: Photos, stories, and updates about puppies shared by adopting families who participate in our trading card program
• Social Media: If you interact with our social media accounts or share content
• Partner Organizations: Information from ALAA (Australian Labradoodle Association of America) breeders we work with

How We Use Your Information

Puppy Adoption Services

• Process puppy reservations and adoption applications
• Coordinate puppy delivery and meet-up arrangements
• Maintain breeding records and health documentation
• Connect you with appropriate puppies based on your preferences

Community Building

• Manage Forever Family community groups and trading card programs
• Share puppy stories and updates (with family consent)
• Facilitate connections between puppy families
• Organize and promote puppy socialization events

Educational Content

• Provide access to courses and educational materials through LearnDash
• Track learning progress and course completion
• Send educational content about pet care and training

Communication

• Send updates about available puppies and upcoming litters
• Notify you of puppy events in your area
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Share newsletters and educational content about Australian Labradoodles

Website Improvement

• Analyze website usage to improve user experience
• Develop new features and services
• Ensure website security and prevent fraud

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do NOT Sell Your Information

School Dogs does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We May Share Information With:

Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our business, including:

• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
• Email service providers (integrated with Groundhogg)
• Website hosting services (Hostinger)
• Event management tools

Forever Families: With your consent, we may share your contact information with families who have adopted puppies you’re following through our trading card program

ALAA Partner Breeders: When coordinating puppy delivery or referrals to other reputable breeders

Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
• Update: Correct or update your personal information through your account settings
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails or event notifications

Communication Preferences

• Choose which types of emails you receive
• Opt out of trading card program updates
• Control community notification settings in BuddyBoss

Cookie Management

• Adjust cookie preferences through your browser settings
• Opt out of non-essential tracking cookies

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant processors
• Access controls limiting who can view your information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Secure data storage with reputable hosting providers

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

When we conduct puppy events at schools, we work directly with school administrators and do not collect personal information from students.

Cookies and Tracking

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Deliver relevant content and advertisements

Managing Cookies:

You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you’re a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it’s used
• Right to delete personal information (with exceptions)
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don’t sell information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

International Users

If you’re accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your information will be processed and stored in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from your country.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We’ll notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy

Continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

Questions About This Policy?

Email: privacy@schooldogs.com
Mail: School Dogs Privacy Team
[Your Business Address]
[City, State ZIP]

Data Protection Officer:

For specific privacy concerns or to exercise your privacy rights: Email: dpo@schooldogs.com

General Contact:

Website: SchoolDogs.com
Email: info@schooldogs.com
Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Note: This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with major privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and COPPA. However, we recommend having this policy reviewed by legal counsel to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.